Archive for the Cafes Category

Video: Jonathan Rubinstein on Secrets of Successful StartUps

Posted on February 9, 2012 by

Live yesterday, archived today.

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Save the Date: Jonathan Rubinstein to be Interviewed Live on Secrets of Successful StartUps

Posted on February 6, 2012 by

Jonathan Rubinstein has been quietly building what is nothing short of a cafe dynasty in NYC for the last 10 years. As the proprietor of Joe The Art of Coffee he has lead the charge on an aggressive expansion that’s rivaled by few anywhere, and no one else in Gotham. From humble beginnings they’ve grown [...]

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Blue Bottle Profile in the Wall Street Journal

Posted on February 2, 2012 by

Mr. Freeman, a native of Northern California who began Blue Bottle after he “washed out” of playing the clarinet in local symphonies, began serving his first cups of slow coffee at a local farmers’ market in 2002, relying on a small batch roaster for his beans. Blue Bottle’s name is an homage to Jerzy Franciszek [...]

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STUNNING VIDEO: Yoshi Masuda’s Traveling Cafe Supports Disaster-Ravaged Japan

Posted on February 1, 2012 by

 ”Like rebuilding your soul after a heartbreak, or a tsunami-like disaster, making coffee is a process in which you learn how to be humble.” Read the amazing story here: Yoshi Masuda’s Particular Blend of Enthusiasm.

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Video: A Look Inside Sweet Leaf in Long Island City

Posted on January 27, 2012 by

“I could take that coffee that was so carefully cared for…and just screw it totally up. And that’s a lot of responsibility.” Indeed. If you’ve never seen the inside of Sweet Leaf before, here’s a nice opportunity. They’re still the best spot in 11101. [Via Vimeo]

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Video: Poured Over in Philadelphia

Posted on January 4, 2012 by

NewsWorks calls this “the next big thing for caffeine aficionados” but I think ReAnimator is dropping the ball here. If James Hoffmann’s 2012 prediction for batch brewers comes true, this may be a good example of why. [Via NewsWorks]

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What About the Baby?

Posted on January 3, 2012 by

Coffee is like a baby; loved most by its mother. If you think you’re doing a better job sourcing, roasting, and brewing than everyone else, you’re probably wrong. It’s understandable. You find it, roast it, nurture it, drink a ton of it, and love it. But love is blind. We’d all be better off if [...]

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Why Working at Starbucks for Three Weeks Was the Toughest Job I’ve Ever Had

Posted on December 16, 2011 by

Interesting perspective from a Business Insider writer. [Why Working at Starbucks for Three Weeks Was the Toughest Job I've Ever Had]

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Manhattan Coffee Shops Worth a Visit

Posted on October 25, 2011 by

I’ve posted a map of my favorite cafes before (on Not For Tourists – which is a great book), but here’s a more interactive Foursquare version as well. Maybe you think I’m missing some, or am too inclusive. Feel free to let me know either way. [foursquare :: Mike White :: Manhattan Coffee Shops Worth [...]

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Current Favorite: Finca La Maravilla

Posted on September 7, 2011 by

Food and drinks are an emotional experience. You enjoy your favorite cafes and restaurants in large part because of the way they make you feel. Great coffees (or food) served in an uncomfortable environment don’t inspire regular patronage, and mediocre (lousy, even) cafes can be very successful at inspiring loyalty. To each their own, different [...]

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Video: Why do I Love Canada? Mostly For These Reasons

Posted on August 31, 2011 by

Portland is great, but Revolver is where my heart is.

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The Cafes of Montreal in Cappuccinos

Posted on August 13, 2011 by

Cute site – the cappuccinos of Montreal. Click through to see the creator of each. [adbeus / coffee | The Best Coffee Shops In Montreal]

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Gorilla Coffee Defamation Lawsuit Dismissed by State Supreme Court

Posted on August 10, 2011 by

An unsurprising conclusion to a bitter, ugly drama. Read the fine print here: Workers Prevail Against Gorilla Coffee’s Anti-Free Speech Lawsuit | Brandworkers International  

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Make a Starbucks Frappuccino for $0.32

Posted on July 12, 2011 by

I don’t think you should drink stuff like this at any price, but I still found it entertaining. [Make a Starbucks Frappuccino for $0.32 | Squawkfox]

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Denver has more Marijuana Dispensaries than Starbucks

Posted on July 7, 2011 by

Different products, but both probably sell Rice Krispie Treats. [Via More medical marijuana dispensaries than Starbucks in Denver Colorado | Mail Online]

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Looking for Recommendations in Denver and Aspen

Posted on June 9, 2011 by

Thanks to some wonderful people on Twitter I’ve managed to compile a list of places to try during my first visit to Colorado. In addition to the indulgences that will be available to us during the Food & Wine Classic, my intention is to visit as many of these places as possible. If I’m missing [...]

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