Coffee Shop Money Machine

BLOOM OF THE BEAN: Starbucks To Open 1000 Stores In China

2006-10-24T16:03:00.000-07:00

Who'd of thunk it? Another 1000 stores for Starbucks? And what will Sunbucks do?... By Douglas McIntyre During the cultural revolution, Chairman Mao said that China should let a thousand flowers bloom. He wanted the country's cultural reach to extend from one end of the country to another. Now, it would appear that the dead communist leader has competition from none other than capitalist

CHILL OUT: And Listen To This...

2006-10-23T23:35:00.000-07:00

ITS NOT THE OSCARS: But Who Cares?

2006-10-22T22:25:00.000-07:00

That's right! It's the regional barsita awards! If we were in Italy right now, these guys would be superstars. WOmen would throw themselves at them, and well, they;d get all sorts of cool stuff for free! Here's the scoop: Regional Barista Competition Awards Posted Sunday, October 22nd, 2006 at 5:05 pm The Specialty Coffee Association of America presented the 2006 Northwest Regional

FAULTY WIRING: Starbucks Recalls Dangerous Coffee Machines

2006-10-20T21:35:00.000-07:00

Though no injuries have been reported, today Starbucks voluntarily recalled 73,000 Coffee Makers due to defective wiring that can result in overheating, smoking, burning , and melting.... Starbucks recalls 8-cup brewers due to fire hazard Reuters October 17, 2006 This proves it: More people seek organic foods By Karyn SaemannCorrespondent for The Capital Times McFARLAND - For 18 months, it has been McFarland's hotspot of liberalism. "We have a lot of progressive meetings here," said Tim Tynan, owner of the News & Brews

COFFEE BLOOD HOUNDS: Sniffing the Java

2006-10-15T03:45:00.000-07:00

No it's not wine tasting... it's COFFEE TASTING! Discriminating connisuers are taking coffee enjoyment to a whole new level... The Experts Who Put Coffee To The Test Coffee Cuppers Sniff And Slurp To Make Sure Java Is Just Right Make a recommendation for Table for 2 Vince Gerasole Reporting (CBS) CHICAGO Your coffee might be giving you a welcome jolt each morning. As

WOULD WALT APPROVE?: Coffee Kisok In Disney Hall

2006-10-14T01:23:00.000-07:00

Latte's weren't particularly popular back when Disney first started up... but then again, Walt was known for his progressive thinking and innovation.I'm sure he wouldn't have minded what's going on in Disney hall...Coffee Kiosk at Disney HallTo get those weary eyes wide open for the next round of Mozart, the Music Center is opening a coffee kiosk in the lobby of the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Set

KOREAN COURT SAYS: Screw You Starbucks!

2006-10-12T21:28:00.000-07:00

In what can only be considered as a very controversial decision, the Korean court rules that "Starpreya" (the Korean version of starbucks) has not violated any copyrights or trademakrs with its brand.IMO, that's a VERY suspect ruling.Decide on the logos yourself:Here's the full story:STARBUCKS LOSES TRADEMARK LAWSUITThe nation's patent court today dismissed copyright and trademark infringement

CONTROVERSIAL CAFFEINE DRINK: "Cocaine"

2006-10-11T22:48:00.000-07:00

We all know that controversy sells. It generates a lot of free PR... and gets everyone talking about your product.But is the following too much?(October 11, 2006) — First came rapper Nelly's "Pimp Juice" energy drink. Now a Las Vegas beverage company is making available "Cocaine."While the illegal drug isn't among the new energy drink's ingredients, its name and humongous caffeine punch ought to

THE BIGGEST YET MOST ETHICAL UNFAIR ADVANTAGE: Great Marketing

2006-10-08T16:55:00.000-07:00

From the following report it sounds like "Ignition Coffee" has given themselves an unfair advantage in their marketplace.What can you learn from this?Palm Springs- (CA) Only a hop, skip and a jump from the Hyatt Hotel in Downtown Palm Springs is a coffee lounge with the most superintoxicaffinating coffee I think the world has ever tasted. Ignition coffee lounge, as it's owners Brian Hoff and

TEA: The Anti Stress

2006-10-07T15:38:00.000-07:00

According some some british researchers, tea really does reduce stress hormones in your body.Now, you WILL still get stressed when you drink tea... but you'll RECOVER much more quickly.At least... that's the general idea...Tea's properties help lower stress hormoneLONDON, Oct. 6 (UPI) -- The next time you're asked if you want a cup of tea, take it and possibly reduce the level

BEANS BUST: Costs Mount

2006-10-06T22:50:00.000-07:00

Due to the bean unfriendly weather in Brazil... there is currently a bean shortage for the type used in instant coffee.This of course, is GREAT NEWS to those of us selling espresso.Just another reason for people to forget the supermarket CRUD and get a cup of something wonderful!Maxwell House price hiked as costs rise By Josh FinemanBloomberg NewsPublished October 5, 2006, 3:18 PM CDT

GETTIN' JIGGY WITH IT: Starbucks On iTunes

2006-10-05T20:38:00.000-07:00

It wsa only a matter of time... The ever evolving Starbucks has released it's music for download on iTunes. Check it out... Starbucks' Hear Music to be available on iTunes CHICAGO -- Starbucks Corp. on Thursday said its Hear Music catalog will be available in the iTunes music store under an agreement with iTunes owner Apple Computer Inc. The agreement sets up a separate

KUNG FU COFFEE: Chan To Open Up Coffee Shops

2006-10-04T19:16:00.000-07:00

And you thought Jackie Chan was only capable of fight scenes.It turns out, he's a savvy business man as well!PITTSBURGH A U.S. company is hoping to put some kick in Jackie Chan's coffee.Hometown Coffee Co. of Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, is partnering with Chan, the kung fu movie star known for his gravity-defying stunts and corny humor, to open a chain of cafes, carts and kiosks bearing the

HAIR OF THE DOG: Irish Favor Latte Over Ale

2006-10-02T16:49:00.000-07:00

Belive it or not, the latest research from a major research firm has found that Coffee is threatening to take over BEER as Irelands number 1 drink. Anyone that knowsw an Irishman would find that SHOCKING. And in some ways disappointing. I mean, I love Coffee, but if the Irish aren't going to be the drunken b^Atards they used to be, then who will take over that title?

TOTALLY BURNT: Chicago Roasts Seattle In Coffee Competition

2006-09-29T17:28:00.000-07:00

The only real question in a report like this is: how many times can I use a super cheesy play on words to bring you the story? Hmm... 2 times in the headline is probably enough. Ok, here's what happened... Just to show you that we do read the "tips" section of the Labs, then do some research into the subject, Roast Magazine, a bi-monthly trade magazine "dedicated to the success and

BIG BANANA OPENS UP: Apparently Elvis Wasn't The Only Fan

2006-09-28T16:56:00.000-07:00

Would you like a deep fried, peanut butter covered... BANANA with your latte? No, me either. But none the less, a new franchise kid on the block "The Fat Banana" has critics sitting up and taking notice. After some initial success with small kiosk stores, they are duplicating themselves, and hope to gain some franchisees... The Fat Banana Set to Become the New Franchise Fast

GHASTLY: SBucks Cues Up Depressing Book

2006-09-27T19:48:00.000-07:00

Have you been feeling a bit manic because of the amount of caffeine that you consume? You say you have?! Great! Starbucks now sells a cure to go balance out the caffeine high. It's a book called For One More Day... Wednesday, September 27, 2006 Bill Eichenberger THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH Beginning Tuesday, participating Starbucks stores will sell not

VIOLATED: Starbucks Is Back In The Wars With "The Small Guy"

2006-09-25T21:20:00.000-07:00

ust about every day someone, somewhere, is taking Starbucks on.What, exactly, are they thinking?Anyone that knows anything about marketing knows that Starbucks is a BLESSING for the small boutique coffee shop. But some people just don't want to know...Starbucks Accused of Abusing Monopoly Power in Violation of Sherman Act SEATTLE, Sept. 25 /PRNewswire/ -- An independent

CRAZY COFFEE: Japanese Make Grounds Micro Sized

2006-09-25T16:16:00.000-07:00

You've gotta watch the Japanese because if you're not careful they'll come along and make a process 3 times faster and 15 times smaller... and you'll be left obselete... Furukawa to Launch Micronized Coffee Mill Tokyo, Sept 25, 2006 (JCN) - Furukawa Co., Ltd., in collaboration with Corso Idea and Unicafe Inc., today announced its launch of Micron Coffee, a coffee

Coffee Boss Upset: Attacks Rumor Mongers

2006-09-19T21:56:00.000-07:00

Let's face it, running a business can be hard work... that can then be screwed up by things outside of our control. The answer as always, is to keep cool and play it like a game (if you can!). Top athletes play sport with rational calulation - NOT emotion. And that's my advice to the following gentleman... The boss of Coffee Republic today condemned internet bulletin boards for moving

Bugatti's "Pimped Out" Coffee Machine

2006-09-18T13:25:00.000-07:00

It's true: Bugatti is putting the bling into coffee. And I for one, love it. Now, it may not rival a commercial machine... and it may not make the best cup you've ever had.... but heck, it sure does look cool.... Bugatti’s New Diva Espresso Machine Monday Sep 18 2006, 5:59am PDT - Nandini Just like a nicely brewed cup of espresso lifts-up

Scientists Discover Coffee Is Good For You!

2006-09-14T17:16:00.000-07:00

Listen, I know that coffee has some health risks associated with it... but it aint all bad. Check this recent research out: Coffee is good for you: Scientists "Coffee has many beneficial effects as a beverage and it protects from illnesses like diabetes and Parkinson's disease, scientists have claimed. The recent International Science Association of Coffee assembly, held in Montpelier, held

Here's a cheap way to start a coffee shop

2006-09-09T00:13:00.000-07:00

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If They Can Do It In Seattle - You Can Do It Too

2006-09-08T18:14:00.000-07:00

I've heard so many people say "I can't build a successful coffee shop, there's just too many Starbucks"... which (as I've been saying) is total phooey. In Seattle, small boutique coffee shop owners have taken ADVANTAGE of the Starbucks on every corner to bu9ild very successful SMALL COFFEE SHOP BUSINESSES. And they are LOVING the result... as you'll read in this report Smaller Coffeehouses

Hoard Of The Rings?

2006-09-07T16:25:00.000-07:00

Mukilteo Coffee has a section on their website called "the hoard of the rings". It's basically a whole bunch of user submitted photos of coffee stains left on tables. Which doesn't sound very interesting. But you'd be surprised at how funky some of them look. Like this one for example: Which believe it or not, did come from the rin stain left by a coffee cup! You can check out all

Coca Cola Coffee - The Real Thing?

2006-09-06T17:18:00.000-07:00

I know I know. I'm always talking about what a great opportunity a coffee shop business is, and how great they are. But what can I say? I'm right. Even Coke is now trying to get its greasy little paws on some of that coffee culture money! Coke launches Far Coast and Chaqwa coffee and tea brands Puget Sound Business Journal (Seattle) - 12:19 PM PDT

Coffee & Heart

2006-09-05T16:30:00.000-07:00

If you're feeling a little down today, this story should perk you right up! Cities brew special gift The South Mississippi Sun Herald September 04, 2006 It's sold pretty well, especially right after Katrina Communities all over the country have sent gifts to cities in South Mississippi, but Walla Walla, Wash., sent a real eye-opener. The Pascagoula blend of coffee was specially

This Is Good Marketing

2006-09-05T15:54:00.000-07:00

I've never seen anything quite like... http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ssPageName=ADME:L:LCA:US:11&item=140025012173The guy that is trying to sell his espresso machine has put so much time and effort into selling it... that... it put most coffee shop owners who RELY on selling to shame.It's got a neat little story... and.... anything that can be described as a "shocking confession"

From Starbucks To... SUNBUCKS???

2006-09-04T15:36:00.000-07:00

One of the funny things about China is that they don't have any kind of intilectual prpoerty protection. That means that they don't have laws against copying and selling movies... or CD's... or Microsoft Windows... or... into... Which I think is hilarious. Watch out Starbucks... Sunbucks is out to get ya! technorati tags:coffee, shop, business, cafe, barsita, franchise

Steve Irwin - Legend Has Passed

2006-09-04T00:26:00.000-07:00

I just want to take a quick moment to extend my hearfelt sympathies to Steve Irwins family.I personally loved Steve Irwin as one of the most enthusiastic and positive people doing great work in the world.It's truly terrible that he has passed. I know I will miss seeing him on his documentaries.RIP Steve Irwin.

WOW! Watch Out For "IndiaBucks"

2006-09-03T22:20:00.000-07:00

Although we don't really think about a country like India being a big player when it comes to coffee shops... apparently that's because we don't pay attention! Because some smart big players are entering into the Indian market... opening coffee shops left, right, and center. And they are making an absolute KILLING. Smart people. Here's the full story: By Nayanima Basu New Delhi, Sep 4 -

Hippie "Terrorists" Seize Coffee Shop

2006-09-03T16:47:00.000-07:00

Ok this story is a few months oold... but I only just found it.... and thought it was highly amusing. Enjoy! (PS - no this didn't happen, but it's still a good read) Hippie Terrorists Seize Coffee Shop, Objectives Unclear Written by Jon Campbell A gas mask protects this officer from debilitating patchouli fumesBurlington,

Too Much Marketing? Too Much Interest? Is It Possible?

2006-09-03T04:32:00.000-07:00

Apparently it is.If you're in charge of starbucks's latest promotion that has just been pulled...Friday, September 01, 2006Too Much Viral Marketing At StarbucksI will be thrilled when I hear a mobile marketing campaign got pulled because it had too much exposure.From DM News Starbucks pulls marketing adCoffee giant Starbucks pulled an e-mail offering to its employees after distribution got out of

Coffee - Loved By Nudist

2006-09-01T23:04:00.000-07:00

This is your official "cheeky smile" of the day report!Nude driver upsetting but not illegal Nude driver upsetting but not illegal BEND, Ore., Aug. 31 (UPI) -- A man reportedly has been driving through coffee stands in Bend, Ore., with no pants on -- but, police say there's no law against that. The mother of a girl working in one of

Coffee - Part Of Our Cultural Psyche...

2006-08-31T16:46:00.000-07:00

It's official... coffee really is a part of most western persons lives.The big deals between coffee distribution compaines and outlets really reflects how big the coffee biz is these days....Check this breaking story out to see what I mean....Van Houtte scores a major breakthrough in Ontario MONTREAL, Aug. 30 /CNW Telbec/ - Van Houtte Inc. ("Van Houtte

Are You Leaving Money On The Table?

2006-08-30T17:14:00.000-07:00

I'm just about to put a news story beloiw this post about a coffee shop owner that has added free wifi to his shop to bring in new customers. And on the surface, that sounds like a good idea. I mean it will probably bring in more customers, and keep them coming back. But on the flip side, it's not DIRECTLY generating any extra profit for the store, and who knows whether or not offering wifi

Coffee Franchises - Are They Evil?

2006-08-30T17:03:00.000-07:00

Before I give you this resource... let me say that I don't like franchises. In my opinion they are geared toward making the franchise OWNER a boatload of money... off of the HARD SLOG of the franchisee that has to run the thing. Having said that, I know that there are some people that are interested in coffee shop franchises - so this resource will help you with your research into the

Coffee Pods... Should They Be Criminalized?

2006-08-29T22:25:00.000-07:00

Seriously, what self respecting coffee drinker would EVER drink a variation of instant coffee.I bring this up because Greemountain has just released a new "coffee pod"... and I read a press releaqse for them... written by a journalist that CLEARLY was:A) Paid to give them a good review, orB) Has NO CLUE what good coffee tastes like.Anyway, here's the press release if you want to take a

Latte Art: Funking Up Coffee

2006-08-29T04:16:00.000-07:00

Not many coffee shops take the time to fancy up everyone's favorite drink... (and really, unless your target market appreciates it enough to pay more for it... or drink MORE of it... there's no good profitable reason for doing it...) However, if you can make a name for your store and become a "go to" place because of your latte art, then more power to you. This picture illustrates just how far

Know Thy Trading Licence

2006-08-29T04:09:00.000-07:00

You'd think that it's a no brainer to trade under the right licence... but if you go after an unusual business model... with an unusual target market.... you'd better do your homework! The following story is a great example as to why that is. (And it's important lesson to all of us who THINK we have the right permissions to run our business - anything can happen, even when you think you've

The Screws Tighten

2006-08-28T22:37:00.000-07:00

If you've been following the price of Robusta in the last little while... then... this will probably STILL shock and surprise you... ITALY SEARCHES FOR MOULDY COFFEE BEANS Sacks of Robusta coffee beans stored at warehouses in the Italian Port of Trieste were still being held this week, as investigators tried to work out how much of the stock had gone mouldy. The Euronext stock exchange has

Recipe: Espresso Ice Cream!

2006-08-27T22:21:00.000-07:00

I first had espresso Ice Cream in a Turkish restaurant... and I absolutely loved it!And it may be something you want to try in your coffee shop, just for something new...You can get the recipe right here.technorati tags:barista, coffee, business coffee plan shop, coffee franchise shop, coffee shop starbucks, coffee opening shop, business coffee shop starting, coffee floor plan shop, coffee layout

From Harvest To Cup...

2006-08-27T18:32:00.000-07:00

This is how we get the drink that wakes us up in the morning (and provides the livlihood for those of us that sell it!)I'm often surprised by how few people that run coffee shops really know much about how the drink they sell gets made.How can anyone really be passionate baout something that they don't understand?Coffee: From Harvest to Cup - A Brief Overviewby: James GriersonCoffee is a plant.

Secret Pricing

2006-08-27T00:45:00.000-07:00

Ok, I know I talk a lot about starbucks... but the fact is that if you want to run a fantastically successful coffee store... then it's a good idea to UNDERSTAND why starbucks does what it does.For example. Read the following from the BBC to get up to speed with "secret pricing", and then I'll dicuss it underneath. 'Product sabotage' helps consumers

Coffee &... MUSHROOMS???

2006-08-25T20:28:00.000-07:00

Fungi ... putting the zing in your favourite brew. (Reuters) Fungi make coffee more tasty By Judy Skatssoon for ABC Science Online Fungi are the secrets to tasty coffee, says a Brazilian researcher who is the first to identify the moulds that give coffee its distinctive range of flavours and aromas. Dr Martha Taniwaki of Brazil's Institute of Food Technology presented her

To Freeze Or Not To Freeze, That Is The Question....

2006-08-24T20:09:00.000-07:00

Dean has written an amusing article on something that can really heat a conversation up.Enjoy!Coffee - To Freeze Or Not To Freeze? by: Dean CaporellaIt was 6am and I'd just arrived at my local gym. As I walked into the entrance area I sensed that smell of all smells wafting across the foyer - the fine aroma of a well brewed coffee. It was my favorite part of the day.I wandered over to the cafe

Fancy New Coffee Lid Wins Award

2006-08-24T17:16:00.000-07:00

A chamellion like coffee lid that changes colors according to how hot the beverage it's covering is... has won the du pont packaging award.(Starbucks & McDonalds can perhaps breathe a collective sigh of relief, as they have BOTH been attacked in the past in lawsuits from customers claiming damages because "the coffee was TOO hot" lol)The lid is so sphisticated that it actually changes colors as

Opinion: Which Coffee Grinder Is Best?

2006-08-23T22:25:00.000-07:00

Now don't get too nasty...But tell me, which coffee grinder do you think is best?I'm about to post up what Bo thinks about this - do you agree with him?Why Connoisseurs Choose A Burr Coffee Grinder by Bo CollinsWouldn't you like your coffee the way it was meant to be? The best way to get the real thing is by using a burr coffee grinder.You may have thought that all coffee grinders are alike; as

Video: Coffee Art From Barista That Came 2nd In The '05 World Championships

2006-08-23T17:58:00.000-07:00

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Are You in the Seattle Area?

2006-08-22T17:38:00.000-07:00

Because if you are, this classified ad may be very interesting to you:Our new arts/crafts/antique mall has space for a coffee bar. We are looking for someone with the equipment and know-how, who can jump in our spot and crank out the coffee! We have a fabulous location on the Bothel-Everett Highway. IF you are looking for a new spot or want to start your own business, we want to talk to you!! If

Instant Coffee Prices Soar!

2006-08-22T16:23:00.000-07:00

Good news for those of us who sell espresso!The price of Robusta coffee beans (which are the beans used to make instant coffee) has hit a SEVEN YEAR HIGH!Heavy rain has interfered with Vietnams ability to supply the bean. And there is also the threat of falling production in India next year due to monsoon like rain sotrms and pests.There has also been a smaller increase in the cost of the milder

Ongoing Series: The History Of Coffee Part V

2006-08-22T16:16:00.000-07:00

Yes, here it is!I know you've been waiting on the edge of your seat for it!(Ok, maybe only if you're as big a "coffee geek" as I am...)Enjoy!History of Coffee: Part V - Speciality Coffee by: James GriersonWith the large multi-national coffee companies focused purely on coffee as a commodity rather then a drink to be savoured, it allowed a new sector to emerge in the coffee industry: Speciality

Video: How To Make Cute Coffee Art

2006-08-21T18:38:00.000-07:00

Do you get children into your coffee shop?If you do... then you're going to LOVE this video!Get your baristas in front of the computer... and get them practicing this stuff.It's a great way to differentiate and make your shop the FIRST CHOICE in your customers minds (because let's face it, starbucks doesn't take the time to do this kind of thing...)And so this is a great opportunity for you!

Word Of The Day: "Aggression"

2006-08-20T16:38:00.000-07:00

Have you been reading the headlines?If you have, then you'll know what promotion Starbucks is having today... and why their having it.Do you know?If not, and you run a coffee store, then, please start paying attention (ok, that sounded very "teacherish" but I'm trying to help you out).Listen, last week MCDONALDS decided to launch it's OWN high end coffee.Now, you may think: so what? Mcdonalds is

Ongoing Series: The History Of Coffee Part IV

2006-08-20T00:03:00.000-07:00

I'm thinking that I'll put a mini quiz up after this series reaches it's conclusion.Just to test who is the most "nutty knowledgable" amongst us about all things coffee.So be prepared!History of Coffee: Part IV - Commercialisation of Coffee by: James Grierson For many connoisseurs, the period from the mid-19th Century to the late 20th Century is the ‘Dark Age’ of coffee. During this era, coffee

Starbucks -- In The News Again!

2006-08-19T02:29:00.000-07:00

Listen, I know that I'm meant to be "anti" plaent starbucks... but the fact is that the opportunity for boutique coffee stores wouldn't be as great as it is - if it wasn't for that green mermaid!Seriously.Starbucks has raised consumer demand for coffee like nothing else. It's single handedly created an entire CULTURE.(A culture that you can take advantage of - when you know how. And yep, that's

History Of The Stove Top Espresson Maker

2006-08-18T23:54:00.000-07:00

Here's yet another fascinating article from James.(THere's no shortage of conversational topics in here! You've got no excuse to ever be short of things to talk about with cutomers in your coffee shop!)History of the Stove-top Espresso Maker by: James GriersonThe story of the stove-top espresso maker begins in 1918, when Alfonso Bialetti returned to his native Italy from France, where he had

Chemist Creates Caffeine "dipstick"

2006-08-18T19:23:00.000-07:00

Yep,It's just as weird as it sounds!Based on a "home pregnancy" kit tpe thing.... a guy named Jack invented a caffeine testing kit.... for those bothered by too much caffeine.This way, when you order the coffee, you can "dipstick it", to find out just how much BUZZ you'll get from the cup!Read the news story here.technorati tags:barista, coffee, business coffee plan shop, coffee franchise shop,

Coffee Table's Explained

2006-08-18T19:20:00.000-07:00

Now, before I get to the "meat" of this little article...Let me tell you that it took me TWO YEARS to find a coffee table that I liked.It's not an easy thing to pick out (mind you, I sure can be choosy with furniture).So without further ado, check out what tania tells us about picking out a good coffee table!Coffee Tables for Every Style by Jesse AkreEvery living room needs a coffee table. But,

Video: How To Do 2 Cool Coffee Art Designs

2006-08-17T21:35:00.000-07:00

Coffee Shop For Sale!

2006-08-17T18:23:00.000-07:00

I just found this in a coffee forum:Espresso in the heart of Scranton PA for sale. Large volume, well established and very popular with businessmen/women,professionals, local residents and with university students. Two blocks from University of Scranton, six blocks from Laskawanna College, two miles from Marywood University, several othe colleges within ten mile radius. Owner is finishing an MS

Ongoing Series: The History Of Coffee Part III

2006-08-17T17:26:00.000-07:00

You wanted it... you got it!Here we go with part III of the history of coffee.(Are you educating your cutomers and friends? I sure hope you are...)History of Coffee: Part III - Colonisation of Coffee by: James GriersonBy the 17th Century, with the popularity of coffee ever increasing in Europe, the interest of the then World Superpowers - Britain, France, Netherlands, Portugal and Spain - also

Ouch!

2006-08-16T22:29:00.002-07:00

Sometimes people just want to take advantage... dontcha think?Read below.... Spilled Decaf Costs Starbucks A Lot Of Beanswcbstv.com August 16, 2006 A Manhattan lawyer won $310,000 from Starbucks because of a cup of hotdecaf spilled on her foot. The jury's verdict was handed down in Apriland upheld yesterday by State Supreme Court Justice Emily Jane Goodman.The42-year-old attorney, Alice

Home Coffee Enthusiasts Only!

2006-08-16T19:45:00.000-07:00

Yeah yeah, I know.This is supposed to be a blog about making money with your own coffee shop.But heck, I've gotten a few emails from some avid coffee drinkers that want to know about setting up a little cafe in their kitchen.So, in response, I'm putting up a little overview from the wodnerful erica about home machines.And listen, if you run a coffee shop, it doesn't hurt to know this stuff.

World Barista Championships

2006-08-16T15:54:00.000-07:00

This video is a little long, but I enjoyed watching it! If you've got a few minutes, sit back and enjoy! technorati tags:barista, coffee, business coffee plan shop, coffee franchise shop, coffee shop starbucks, coffee opening shop, business coffee shop starting, coffee floor plan shop, coffee layout shop, wholesale coffee bean, coffee bean direct, coffee bean franchise, bean coffee storing,

Ongoing Series: The History Of Coffee Part II

2006-08-15T20:25:00.000-07:00

Welcome back to our ongoing series about the history of coffee.This drink that has become a part of everyone's (well at least everyone that I know!) day... doesn't just give us a great kickstart in the morning... it's also got a very interesting story.And if you own or run a coffee shop, it's a story that I strongly believe you should be sharing with your cutomers. And that's because a good story

Looking Ahead

2006-08-15T16:43:00.000-07:00

Ok,I've been getting questions from people wondering what the future of the coffee business brings.As in, once you have a successful coffee shop... what are the options?Do you sell it?Do you just keep running it?Do you take a long holiday?It's an important question because it's something that most coffee shop owners never bring up. Most are so caught up in the "day to day" trials of RUNNING the

How Do You Take It?

2006-08-15T16:20:00.000-07:00

Video: Learn To Pour A Perfect Rosetta In Pavina Glass

2006-08-14T18:47:00.000-07:00

The History Of Coffee Part I

2006-08-14T18:28:00.000-07:00

This is going to be a regualr series on the blog - apart from being a fascinating subject in itself, it's also a great way to get customers interested in coffee.I find that having interesting stories to tell keeps people anthralled and coming back for more!So keep an eye out for part II... it will be on the blog soon...History of Coffee: Part I – Africa and Arabiaby: James GriersonThe coffee

Welcome To Coffee Shop Money Machine!

2006-08-13T23:24:00.000-07:00

Howdy!I'd like to thank you for stopping by my new blog "coffee shop money machine"...And I'd like to take a quick second to explain why I've decided to explore the idea of CREATING a "money machine" (doesn't that sounds like a bit of hype?!)Look, most people involved in small business... are small business people.They work inside their shop, hire some help, and basically make ends meet.Which is