Cafés & Events
How to Train a New Barista
The order to teach it in, the six things that have to be written down before you leave somebody on the bar, and the four checks that say a new barista is ready to work...
Guide
Notes from the roastery: what we buy, how we roast it, and what we have learned building coffee programs on the Gulf Coast.
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Cafés & Events
How Do You Add a Seasonal Drink to a Coffee Shop Menu?
A seasonal drink is safe when a customer has to order it, and risky the moment it goes into a drink somebody already asked for. One Christmas behind the bar taught me ...
Cafés & Events
Coffee Shop Bar Workflow
Every page written about bar workflow describes a room. None of them asks what is in the hopper. Where a coffee bar actually stalls, and the two supply decisions nobod...
Cafés & Events
How Do You Price a Coffee Shop Menu?
Every pricing formula needs an ingredient cost, and none of the guides teaching them derives one. Here is the chain from green coffee to the cup, in grams, and which e...
Brewing
Turin Gallatin V HX Espresso Machine: Premium Home Brewing
If you’re upgrading from a basic machine and want real control over temperature and extraction, this model is a standout option.
Taste
Best Coffee Pensacola: 5 Must-Try Coffee Shops in the City
Whether you're a local or just passing through, here are our picks for the best coffee in Pensacola, each with its own personality and flavor. From cozy neighborhood h...
