It’s been a while since we’ve heard from the Dirt Bag Barista, Zach Hester, but we’re glad to know he’s alive and well- last seen somewhere in New Mexico. To catch up on his
Where to Get Coffee in San Diego: An Interview with Adam Pike
As Bill Murray observes in The Life Aquatic, Kentucky is a landlocked state. But everyone needs to visit the coast sometimes, and whenever we have the option we head west. We caught up with our fr
Introducing our New Partner: Craft Coffee
Craft Coffee at Your Door Step Choosing the right coffee is a lot like choosing a good wine. It requires a well developed palette, a working knowledge of technical vocabulary, a keen interest in ge
Cafe Review: One Line Coffee in Columbus, Ohio
One Line Coffee on High Street Over the past several years specialty coffee has moved from the back streets to the high street. In Columbus, OH this has happened quite literally. High Street is the
Travels of a Barista Dirt Bag – Part III
Editor’s note: Travels of a Barista Dirt Bag is an ongoing series of dispatches from barista/ guest blogger Zach Hester. The search for a delicious cup of coffee is taking Zach from his native K
3 Coffee Books Every Barista Needs to Read
Although baristas at craft coffee shops tend to be inordinately educated for a service industry job, last time we checked there’s no Coffee Preparation and Extraction Theory major at your loc
Cafe Review: Madcap Coffee in Grand Rapids, MI
Coffee City USA Grand Rapids, Michigan is home to some of the greatest brews in the country. “Beer City USA” may be its reigning title, but Madcap Coffee gives the city another brew to
Travels of a Barista Dirt Bag, Part II – New Orleans
Editor’s note: Travels of a Barista Dirt Bag is an ongoing series of dispatches from barista/ guest blogger Zach Hester. The search for a delicious cup of coffee is taking Zach from his native K
On the Road: Travels of a Barista Dirt Bag, Part I – Barista Parlor
Day 1: 10/6/ 2013 Editor’s note: Travels of a Barista Dirt Bag is an ongoing series of dispatches from barista/ guest blogger Zach Hester. The search for a delicious cup of coffee is taking
From Ship to Cup: A Stunning New Video From TAP Coffee
TAP Coffee is one of our favorite cafes in London. From the souvenir spoons that grace each cappuccino and espresso to the carefully sourced and roasted coffees, TAP understands the importance of n