by andrew | Jul 9, 2008 | news, retail
In a move that I applaud both for the action and for the press received, Intelligentsia Coffee announced today – with great fanfare – that they will be dropping the largest 20 oz drink size from their menu. Trust me, I’ve done the research,...
by andrew | Jun 30, 2008 | events, oddities |
Allen Leibowitz (shown here) and I were stunned when we happened upon a new coffee flavored cereal this weekend at the NASFT show in New York. The idea seemed so obvious that I kicked myself for not thinking of it – ouch.
by andrew | Jun 11, 2008 | news, retail
I was impressed both by the event concept and its coverage on CNN. Octane Coffee hosts a “Thursday Throwdown” barista competition, which should be an example for coffee shops across the country. Watch the slideshow: Barista contest turns coffee into an art...
by andrew | Jun 3, 2008 | marketing, news, retail |
In big coffee’s latest attempt to commoditize the former specialty coffeehouse experience, Starbucks and Caribou Coffee this week announced free or practically free WiFi promotions in the desperate hope that someone – anyone – will visit their...
by andrew | May 12, 2008 | hawaii, origin, restaurants |
The company claims that the new shakes, priced at $2.49 for a 16oz and $2.99 for a 24oz serving, have a “sophisticated flavor that will appeal to coffee and shake fans alike.” I have a couple of problems with this: 1) It is highly unlikely that any company...