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,...
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.
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...
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...
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...