Lee: “Nov. 29.” Me: “Yeah?” Lee: “The last time you wrote a blog post.” Me: “2. That’s the number of stores Quills has opened since that date.” I’m sitting in the second of those two stores right now, a disarmingly beautiful space that is at once both cozy and comfortable. We opened this space on… [Read more…]
March 10, 2011
Today, Kane and I did a little experiment I’ve been meaning to do for some months now, ever since I read about what they did at the Nordic Barista Cup back in, what was it, 2007? 2008? Whichever it was, the powers-that-be setup this little experiment with a bunch of different wine glasses — champagne,… [Read more…]
December 1, 2010
It’s cold and snowy outside, I’m exhausted after a busy opening shift, and so I have just a handful of coffee-related thoughts for you. Sometimes, it seems like the most important part of training people on how to “do coffee” is laying the foundation… namely, digging a big, deep hole before you can build anything.… [Read more…]
November 19, 2010
A little over a week ago, I received Coava Coffee‘s Kone in the mail. They had very kindly deigned to send me a unit for review, so I wanted to make sure I took my time and really gave it a fair shake before sharing my thoughts at length. I also wanted to stay away… [Read more…]
November 13, 2010
I think I really need to get my Chemex back from Soeder’s parents, friends. Yesterday, I received one of these little gems in the mail. I’ve started to tinker and taste, so I’ll let all of you know what I think in the days to come.
July 14, 2010
You heard it here first: I’m going to brew V60 and Chemex pour-overs on a lazy susan and/or record player. Ryan Soeder and I will make a video of it. The reason? Stay tuned, friends
January 18, 2012
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