IT was once a dream that has now become a reality for Canning Vale resident Marie Merrin, who opened her brand new cafe Good Crazy in Fremantle last month.
The new owner said she was given a chance to take one year off to try this new venture.
“I worked in the public service for 18 years; they have been fantastic in allowing me to take a year off,” she said.
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“An opportunity came up to take over this venue, so I took it.”
Mrs Merrin said it had been a life-long dream for her.
“I wanted to run a bar but I have small kids, so the cafe hours work out much better for now,” she said.
“At the moment I want to provide affordable food to people in a rush.
“I know there are many successful cafes around Freo, so hopefully with time I will find my groove and establish my own style.”
Good Crazy will be giving away free coffee on opening day and will be open from 7am to 3pm weekdays.