
If early crowds are an indication, a new Point Loma yogurt shop might be a big hit with customers. Cup of Yo fulfilled a long-time dream of local partners Mike and Kristin Curran, Bryan Eckert and Veronica Irizarri when the store’s doors opened April 22. Located at Catalina Boulevard and Talbot Street in the Point Loma Marketplace center, the store is also a dream for customers who enjoy creating their own personal yogurt treat. Patrons are invited to serve themselves from eight flavors of low- and non-fat yogurt. There are two sizes of cups to choose from, plus small sampler-size ones for taste-testing. After choosing flavors and amounts, an array of 28 toppings (four of which are fresh fruit) beckons, along with chocolate, caramel and other syrups to top off the unique creations. There is only one price charged for these colorful, customer-created desserts, however. Each offering is digitally weighed and customers pay 39 cents per ounce. The store is also offering employment to a number of students from Point Loma High School and nearby Point Loma Nazarene University. The store’s walls, brightly painted with gold, purple, blue and green shades, are also covered with various sizes of blackboards. Teens spend time writing their names with colored chalk on boards reserved for such artistry. Behind the counter, small blackboards are arranged in a perpetual calendar where daily events and specials are highlighted. Also offered are smoothies made from Acai berries, long used in Brazil and said to be very high in antioxidants. Several tables inside and outside allow eaters to relax. Two long benches inside were rescued from the original location of the Corvette Diner and recovered in a sparkling white upholstery. Future plans include adding two more daily flavors, specials and discounts. The store is located 955 Catalina Blvd., Suite 104.








