Starting as a Barista can be exciting and overwhelming juggling school and learning about a whole new industry part time. Once you are a full time Barista, there are many great changes and possibilities. Just as Kemp Watson has recently learned from Joe Van Gogh’s cafe Cup A Joe in Chapel Hill. . . . → Read More: Barista On Duty Interview: Kemp Watson
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You don’t have to know every latte art design, just a desire to learn and perfect. Larz Robison, from Electric Beanz Coffee Bar in Raleigh, NC, didn’t know what to expect when he first started as a Barista, but soon discovered there is more to being a Barista than working. photo credit: Larry's Beans I know this post is late, but I’ve been outside- sipping on an Iced Latte in my favorite tumbler- all day trying to come up with an idea. A post about Earth Day has proved to be a challenge for me as I didn’t want to repeat the obvious…And out . . . → Read More: Local Roaster Larry’s Beans Is Earth Day Everyday Lem creating "sexyfoam" Photo Credit: King Plow When I was a barista at The Connection Internet Cafe’ (which, unfortunately, has since closed) we were required to attend our roaster’s beginner espresso course for staff consistency. So, off we went to Counter Culture in Durham, NC. This is where I met Lem . . . → Read More: Barista On Duty Interview: Lem Butler |
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Where do you go on a Thursday night if you’re a coffee geek? To Thursday Night Throwdown of course! These are open Latte art competitions designed for fun, friendly competition, and to build community among local coffee pros and home enthusiasts.
