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Claire Marie

Female

Vancouver, WA

United States

Profile Information:

What is your position in the coffee industry?: barista, manager, coffee shop owner, coffee enthusiast
Where are you located? ( City and Country ): Vancouver, WA
How many years have you been in the industry?: 8
If you are a barista or shop, are you interested in a barista exchange with another coffee shop/barista?: yes
Tell us more about your coffee shop or barista skills.: I have been a barista for eight years, six of which I have used Stumptown Coffee Roasters. I own my own shop called Mon Ami and we have been open three years.
What cities or countries are you interested in traveling to?: Anywhere there is good food and coffee. I am just as passionate about food as I am about coffee. So anywhere I could find both, would be my own little slice of heaven :)
About Me:: I have a dog named Lucy, drink too much, and enjoy food to unhealthy levels. I went to school to become a baker and pastry chef, finished, and then went off on coffee. I still love cooking and baking, but my number one passion is coffee. I have worked every job in the restaurant industry from bar tending to washing dishes to cooking to managing to owning. I love it and couldn't see myself doing anything else.
About My Company:: We are a creperie and coffee shop in downtown Vancouver. Vancouver is not known for it's coffee culture, or any culture for that matter, but we are trying to change that, one latte at a time.
What is your favorite thing about the coffee industry?: Developing my palate and the ability to learn new things every day
Website:: http://www.monamicafe.com

Comment Wall:

Ray

Hi Claire! How are things up north of the river? Are you going to be able to make it to the next Tamp Your Face Off on Thursday?

Feb 23, 2009
Alex Pond

Thanks!! It was really fun. I was glad to see you there.

Mar 14, 2009
Settie Safa

Hi Claire-I don't know how I got here but I am liking it. I have a super jolly mazzer! I like to get $250 for it. I bought it used for $350 a few years a go- I am closing JAVART studio after 4-1/2 years. I have a lot of other items in my store- if you or anyone is interested please contact me. cell# 425-269-4326
Self Contained Coffee cart-ready for business - everything in good condition.

Mar 14, 2009
Settie Safa

It is in a great condition. It is fun to watch the speed in action. I sold an identical one a few days ago. Give me call when you get a chance.

Mar 15, 2009
michael Phillips

Hey Claire, table sharing was a pleasure indeed. if you ever make it to chicago I'll set you up with all the intelly you can guzzle!

Mar 15, 2009
Michelle Week

Wow, that would be way too cool! I love and miss you guys so much. I'm thinking I don't want a 9-5 just yet, and sticking with coffee for a bit longer. I would love to attend your tamp offs!! W00t!!1

Mar 15, 2009
Corey Roberts

Oh how I love a throw down, and would look forward to it.

Apr 8, 2009
Corey Roberts

So, this sounds dumb. But for some reason I thought you meant a music throw down. Whoops. Still love to come and observe some barista throwing down. Pretty sure I would be schooled.

Apr 15, 2009