EXPLORE THE JOURNEY OF PASSION, COMMUNITY, AND GOOD COFFEE

Victoria and Hayden Breckenridge, once professionals in material science and investment banking, now pour their passion into every cup at Mountain Grounds Coffee and Tea Company. Located at the scenic base of Grandfather Mountain, our coffee shop is a labor of love, dedicated to enriching our community one sip at a time.

Victoria and Hayden initially carved out successful careers in very different fields—Victoria in investment banking and Hayden in material science and engineering. However, their shared love for the High Country and a desire for a change of pace led them to a unique opportunity: running a food truck. They launched Cut and Cured, a food truck that specialized in made-to-order charcuterie boards and bagels, embracing this new venture as a stepping stone into the world of small business ownership.

After operating the Cut and Cured food truck and learning the ropes of local business, Victoria and Hayden discovered an exciting opportunity to take over Mountain Grounds Coffee and Tea Company. When the opportunity arose, they saw it as a perfect chance to pivot into a more stable and community-focused venture. Embracing this new challenge, they transitioned from mobile food service to becoming the proud owners of a beloved local coffee shop, applying their entrepreneurial spirit to the world of coffee and tea.

Meet our friendly team, dedicated to making your visit to Mountain Grounds a great one!