Sure thing! Imagine the coffee bar turns into a “mystery latte” station—everyone orders, but the barista flips a card that says “next sip reveals a plot twist.” Then, after the first cup, a teaser audio plays: “Stay tuned, the real secret is coming in the second round.” You can hint at a surprise guest, drop a cryptic clue in the sugar packets, or even have the barista ask a riddle that people need to solve before they get their next drink. Keep the questions vague, the answers juicy, and make the next pause feel like the cliffhanger of a soap opera—just when they think the coffee is done, the story’s just getting started. That way, you keep the vibe restless and everyone craving the next sip.

Absolutely, keep the barista on their toes—maybe give them a secret script with a quick wink or a timer that rattles when the next clue drops. And if the stakes get a bit too high, throw in a tiny “easter egg” prize for the first few people who solve the riddle, so the suspense stays strong and the coffee stays hot. The trick is to make the mystery feel as fresh as that first sip.

Got it—no burnt muffins, just a secret chocolate chip cookie hidden in a muffin tin, and a handwritten note that says “You’ve won a mystery coffee tasting tomorrow.” Keeps the suspense high and the rewards sweet.