John Despres

Profile Information:

What is your position in the coffee industry?
coffee enthusiast
Where are you located? ( City and Country )
Grand Rapids, MI
How many years have you been in the industry?
I've been home roasting since June, 2007
If you are a barista or shop, are you interested in a barista exchange with another coffee shop/barista?
no
Tell us more about your coffee shop or barista skills.
I play...
What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?
Any and all.
About Me:
Married once, to Lea in 1999 and we have a 7 year old son. I own a scenic design company for theatre, film and television and was awarded an EMMY for my work as Art Director on the television show "Come On Over" a children's program. Feature film production designer as well. I am a metal sculptor and have many pieces on public display as well as many in private collections around the world. We have one dog and one cat. They don't play together.
What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?
Fresh Roasted coffee!
Website:
http://www.sceneitallproductions.com

Comment Wall:

  • Eddie Dove

    Thanks, John! Can't wait to read the tale ...

    Apr 9, 2008

  • rob

    we are always looking for more art for the inside of our shop man...if you are interested let me know

    Apr 9, 2008

  • Jonathan wesley White

    John!
    My world gets smaller every day.
    Your feature-film project sounds pretty sweet/exhausting.
    We should talk coffee.

    Oct 11, 2008

  • Jonathan wesley White

    Well there I might have to disagree with you, my friend.
    As much as I love a good single-origin espresso (I personally prefer a good Brazilian Bourbon) but I personally prefer the complexity and depth that can only be achieved with a good blend.
    But if it's a well-pulled shot of quality espresso I'm not complaining!

    Oct 12, 2008

  • Jonathan wesley White

    That DOES sound delicious! That citric quality is what i love about the Bourbons. mmmmm.

    Oct 13, 2008

  • Mike Knorr

    Hey, just saw your thread about your Pavoni, I'm sure you've worked it out by now but we have one at The Sparrows (Wealthy near Diamond) and I'd be happy to show you some stuff if you still have questions.

    Oct 14, 2008

  • Jonathan wesley White

    Did you read the article that Matt Milletto posted about S.O. espressos vs. blends? 'cause it's pretty great.

    Oct 14, 2008

  • Mike Knorr

    Look forward to it....man, if you totally stripped your machine I probably will have questions for you. I have a La San Marco that I liberated from the basement of The Meanwhile that I KNOW needs some TLC.

    Oct 15, 2008

  • Mike Knorr

    Oh, I'm not afraid! ......well there ARE a lot of parts. Actually, I found a complete parts manual with blown out diagrams of every system online yesterday. That's step one.

    Oct 16, 2008

  • Jonathan wesley White

    http://www.baristaexchange.com/forum/attachment/download?id=1688216%3AUploadedFi58%3A183190

    That'll get you the PDF of the article.


    It's good reading.

    Oct 16, 2008