Flavoring syrups: to use or not?

Flavoring syrups: to use or not?

Back in 2007 when this article was originally written, syrups and flavorings were still a common item on specialty coffee menus, however the times have changed. Today’s preference is to eliminate as many flavors from menus as possible – anyone can pour...
"Bitter Brew" One year later

"Bitter Brew" One year later

A little more than a year has passed since The Slate ran its popular online article Bitter Brew – I opened a charming neighborhood coffee shop. Then it destroyed my life by Michael Idov. I read the article again just recently and found that its lessons remain as...

Brewing discord with developer closes coffee shop

Underscoring the need to adequately finance your business and negotiate preferable lease provisions for your coffee shop, another well-intended, but poorly planned business fails. Another case of bad business planning and finger pointing… On the bright side,...