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Read more…Hi All, I'm new to this. In fact I will open up my coffee shop in a few months time, so I'm trying to get as much info as possible. I was wondering what are the actual sizes of cappuccino cups. I only want to offer two sizes; a regular and large. Fr
Read more…We gleaned these from a local coffee shop that took a dive. Misc. other stuff for sale too. Great for coffee shop or cafe. 3 espresso design tables @ $75.00 each. 5 small tables @ $30.00 each. 5 wooden chairs @ $10 each.
Read more…As someone who is looking to open a shop in the next year, I'm curious to know what everyone's experiences have been with what the slow seasons are. Obviously iced drinks are going to be more popular in the summer, but does an uptick in hot drink sal
Read more…I have been looking for info on which months may be best to open a coffee house. Does anyone have any info or opinions on this? I live in the Midwest, so April - Sept. is Spring/Summer. Maybe I should be asking if there are any bad times to open...as
Read more…This Wall St. Journal feature may only be available free online for a limited time. It includes photos of Stumptown. Sounds like there are lots of recruiting opportunities for local coffee shops. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124242099361525009.ht
Read more…Any help? I've been looking on this website and craigslist a lot. Also what is an expected pay rate for a 2yr expierenced barista? Im thinking $10/hr. Thoughts? Thanx :]
Read more…My husband and I are relatively new owners of a coffee shop in an upscale, suburban location. The shop is open 24 hours and our busiest time of day is in the evening, from 7pm - 1am. While every seat is packed the major demographic is college student
Read more…Im planning a trip to Chicago this summer. I going to hit up intelligentsia and metropolis for sure, but what else special should I check out?
Read more…This question, in different forms, has come up before on other forums, and in business plans. It touches on one direct question, and generates another question; whether "multi-tasking" is as efficient as seperating the major tasks. How many minutes/
Read more…I feel like there's been a lot of introspection within the "Third Wave" coffee community lately, and I'd like to add to it with consideration to the creamer station. We all know the feeling of pulling a good shot of espresso, only for it to be downed
Read more…Besides the clip being from Fox news I'm interested to hear your opinions too. http://www.foxnews.com/search-results/m/22263201/coffee-wars.htm#q=coffee+test
Read more…This has been a growing curiosity of mine, So I will pose the question and open it up for discussion. In espresso extraction the variables are many (Barista, temperature, grind, dose, gas content of coffee dependent on day, etc.) There seems to be c
Read more…Coffee tastes best sipped by the seashore. How lucky I am to awake each morning in love with my profession - owning and operating my adorable little coffee shop. Making delicious espresso drinks are just a part of the entire picture that compliment m
Read more…Hi everyone, just thought I'd help out anyone trying to diagnose their wiring problems or rewire their La Marzocco Linea espresso machines with the following wiring diagram available at: EspressoLiquidators.com-> Diagrams I'll have more diagrams so
Read more…Hey everyone. I know I haven't had much to say on here, but i am about to become much more involved!! I have decided to open my own place. I am looking at 2 group and 3 group machines, vita mix blenders, and the lot. I am wondering if you guys can gi
Read more…Calling all BARISTAS! Ben Kaminsky was a last minute entry in the US Cup Tasters Championship in Atlanta last month. In a tight, multiple heat elimination process Ben was narrowed down to three finalists Andy (with the unique slurp technique), Geoff
Read more…I am looking for an old school paddle group la marzocco gs (either two or one group, though I'd be open to other options).... I really want one that needs a lot of work because I have an itch to do a "summer hot rod" project on a machine. Anyone have
Read more…ill be moving back to the nyc area from upstate ny as of december first and need a job! if anyone can help please let me know. thanks. -Johnny
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