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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Tue, 24 Oct 2006 16:03:00 -0700

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...

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Mon, 23 Oct 2006 23:35:00 -0700

ITS NOT THE OSCARS: But Who Cares?

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Sun, 22 Oct 2006 22:25:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Fri, 20 Oct 2006 21:35:00 -0700

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 <!-- function showBigPic(e) { // return; if ( ! e ) e = window.event; var bigpic = document.getElementById( 'bigpic' ); if

COOL NEW VIDEO: Amazing Coffee Art (Don't Try This At Home Kids...)

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Thu, 19 Oct 2006 18:50:00 -0700

So many blog readers wanted more Coffee Art Video's!So here's the first (more to come)

MEL GIBSON: Should Have Joined These Folks First!

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 17:24:00 -0700

AA members are apparently COMPLETELY addicted to coffee. One group (mentioned below) consumes over 189 GALLONS of coffee in a very short space of time.... AA folks rely on coffee instead Columbus Ledger-Enquirer October 17, 2006 It would be a scary situation More than a thousand drunks are coming to town this week. They're sober today, by the grace of God and the fellowship of

TRYING TO SAVE IT: Below Par Coffee Made More Drinkable

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Tue, 17 Oct 2006 18:56:00 -0700

Ernest Illy is a legend in Coffee circles, and he recently gave out some golden advice for how to make your drip filter coffee tase better....A cup of joy without the torture By J.M. HIRSCH ASAP • OCTOBER 17, 2006 Every few months I give up coffee. None of this wussy, ease-into-it-by-blending-decaf-with-the-high-octane-stuff. I just stop. And endure about three days of concentration-numbing

ALL NATURAL: Coffee Co-Opers Gain Popularity

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Mon, 16 Oct 2006 03:41:00 -0700

The hippies are back! 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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Sun, 15 Oct 2006 03:45:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Sat, 14 Oct 2006 01:23:00 -0700

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!

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Thu, 12 Oct 2006 21:28:00 -0700

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"

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Wed, 11 Oct 2006 22:48:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Sun, 8 Oct 2006 16:55:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Sat, 7 Oct 2006 15:38:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Fri, 6 Oct 2006 22:50:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Thu, 5 Oct 2006 20:38:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Wed, 4 Oct 2006 19:16:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Mon, 2 Oct 2006 16:49:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Fri, 29 Sep 2006 17:28:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Thu, 28 Sep 2006 16:56:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Wed, 27 Sep 2006 19:48:00 -0700

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"

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Mon, 25 Sep 2006 21:20:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Mon, 25 Sep 2006 16:16:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Tue, 19 Sep 2006 21:56:00 -0700

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

noreply@blogger.com (Paul West) — Mon, 18 Sep 2006 13:25:00 -0700

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