I agree it definitely should’ve been smaller but I definitely disagree on them doing it better.
Lady Baby wasn’t trying to make a serious franchise; the FL initially marketed it as a learning experience for other noble kids. Basically a super high end pop up shop that boosted her reputation as a noble.
Duchess’s 50 Tea Recipes had a tea cafe that was decorated to the noble’s aesthetics. It was a luxurious sit down experience with full courses, so that women could socialize comfortably outside for the first time.
Both series put a lot of thought into why the FL wanted to run this business, who their ideal customer was, and what they offered to draw in rich, aristocratic customers.
I get our girl is out here recreating Starbucks, but it would have been way smarter to make it a more exclusive venue. Start small, let rumors spread, then begin opening up as demand rises.
IDK I just have a hard time imagining snooty nobles standing outside to line up for a casual cafe. Lady Baby and Duchess’s 50 Tea Recipes did it better.