Friday, December 31, 2010

The Cappuccino



My mother likes her steaks extra well done and my brother enjoys ketchup on everything. If we were to go to a nice restaurant I would encourage my mother to try her steak medium (medium rare is too much of a push for her) and tell my brother to trust the flavor of the food and skills of the chefs. Although they ultimately lose out on the natural "goodness" of the steaks, they still pay full price and enjoy their food the way they like it. The waiter may make his or her own suggestion but will still cook the food the way my family wants it and collect at the end of the night.

James Hoffman (past World Barista champion) gives his take on what constitutes a cappuccino. The current coffee giants have redefined a cappuccino, and most other drinks as well thus creating confusion throughout the industry of how to exactly prepare each drink. My attitude is to offer what I think taste best for the customer and if the customer isn't happy, then we need to attempt to make their experience better. Several owners would disagree with me on this saying that we should correct and educate but I think you can do that and still give the customer what they want. For instance, we will serve our cappuccino in a 6.5 oz mug (2 oz espresso, 2 oz steamed milk, 2 oz froth) explaining that a traditional cappuccino is prepared in thirds, but I will also be open to tailoring the drink to the individuals preference. My goal is to offer what the customer ultimately wants but to also encourage them to try new things.

Friday, December 24, 2010

Merry Christmas

From Jubala Village Coffee and the farmers of Yirgacheffe, Ethiopia


Thursday, December 16, 2010

What's the difference between regular and decaf coffee?

via Fake Science

(don't think about this for too long...)

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Buildout weeks 1-2

It's time to get dirty!
The plumbing has been trenched and the concrete poured. The cold weather and freezing temperature we've had recently delayed the concrete a little but we are rolling right a long now. The framers started today with the interior walls and the electrician and HVAC guys should be starting tomorrow. Here are a few shots of the progress so far





Monday, November 29, 2010

monday movie: roasting

Roasting from John Giannakos on Vimeo.

via vimeo

Thursday, November 25, 2010

Intelligentsia Coffee iphone/ipad/ipod app


Great company and great idea - and another reason why I need to get an iPad



Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Monday, November 15, 2010

monday movie: per request

letterpress - awesome skill/craft that I sadly envy (part of people with passion)











Wednesday, November 10, 2010

Monday, November 8, 2010

coava coffee roasters : stainless filter

kone.....


Pretty slick way of brewing coffee from the guys at Coava Coffee (website) in Portland, OR


here is a link to a little write up from Marrow Magazine (website)

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Lafayette Village Raleigh development and tenant updates

*blog link for those looking on facebook *

The development and future home of Jubala Village Coffee is well on its way to becoming the next premier Raleigh shopping destination



Many of you have been following this blog from the very beginning and have been as patient as I am to see this development and Jubala come to fruition. Jubala has been designed, the equipment has been picked out, and the city has approved and issued a buildout permit. There are still a couple minor things to be ironed out but hopefully we can get the hammers swinging soon and get this place opened.

While we continue to be patient I am excited to reveal some of the stores that are going into the development. Three stores have already opened for business and several more are close behind.


- The perfect place for those that love to cook or for those that want to learn. They have everything you need; just in time for the holiday season.







- a women's boutique offering a mix of contemporary and classic clothing at a price point for everyone! Whether you're looking for the perfect party dress, your new favorite pair of jeans, or just a little retail therapy anna and alice has what you're looking for. (I obviously copied that from their website)



- I haven't had a chance to visit yet but I hear their baker whips up some fantastic chocolate cookies!






Antonio's Gourmet Market : Opening very soon

Seriously, who wouldn't shop here?

- Old NY Meat Butchery
- Seafood
- Deli/Cheese
- Custom meals
- local delivery





Henry's Gelato: opening soon

- with stores in Cary, NC and North Hills, Henry's has quickly become a triangle favorite. I've had the pleasure to meet the owner and taste his gelato and I know North Raleigh will love having their own store




Von Kekel: opening soon

- Aveda's premier Lifestyle salon spa and voted best salon spa in the triangle! Has serviced the triangle for over eleven years.



- fine Italian cuisine with a wood fire oven...regional recipes passed down through the generations the authentic menu will be marked with freshness and seasonality....yes please!



Village Grill: opening soon

I've had a personal tour of this place and it is spectacular. It should be a huge hit from day one and a place that I will frequent regularly. I would go ahead and make your super bowl reservation today


- North Raleigh's wine cafe that will specialize in wine tastings, wine flights, and small plates (picadas) in a romantic South American themed environment

Thursday, October 21, 2010

Thoughts on Instant Coffee (VIA)

coffee that dissolves in water? It just seems weird. Kool-aid is different because it's a sugar, which when put in water the molecules break down and form new bonds with each other. Coffee shouldn't do this. Come to find out, your Starbucks VIA coffee isn't fresh coffee grounds after all. Ask the guy at the counter next time you're in and he'll tell you that VIA coffee is microground coffee that dissolves in hot water....then tell him this..."Actually it's not made of fresh coffee grounds, it's made of dehydrated brewed coffee." In other words it's coffee that has already been brewed and then dried out to form solid crystals...which can then be dissolved in water.

That's gross and so is this

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

gift shopping for MEN

this post is for the women who have a hard time shopping for their man.....some excellent ideas on this website www.uncrate.com

I personally like the Bear Grylls survivor trousers ($90)


Sunday, October 17, 2010

Well done TOMS

I'm sure most of you are aware of the shoe company, TOMS, that gives away a pair of shoes for every pair sold. They just recently gave away their 1,000,000th pair...WOW. I love following this company, well done! http://www.toms.com/blog/


Monday, October 4, 2010

PONG

"Before winning, first comes having fun. And then after having fun you need to have passion. And after passion you have to fight. And after fighting you can win. But that's what I think."
- Krish, #1 US Ping Pong Player (under 12)


10 hours a day! Ping Pong Ping Pong Ping Pong Ping Pong. For most of us, table tennis is a game. But for the young Olympic hopefuls at the ICC in Milpitas, it's all business. Except when it's just a game.



Friday, October 1, 2010

Market Lane Coffee

I enjoy learning about what other specialty coffee companies do in their local markets. I've been following this Australian company for a while now and wanted to share it with everyone. Below are a few pictures from their flickr site and a description taken off their website (http://www.marketlane.com.au/)









*Market Lane is a small, specialty micro-roaster and café, located in Prahran Market, Melbourne.

We source and roast specialty coffee from single farms, estates and cooperatives. We seek out distinctive and superior beans that can stand on their own without blending.Our coffees are imported from some of the best coffee growers in the world. We look for coffees that reflect the profile of their region, and coffees that challenge and surprise us. We only buy, roast, and serve coffees that taste exquisite. Coffee is an agricultural product usually harvested once a year. As with all agricultural products, there is a prime time for enjoying it and then, with age, the coffee start to decline. We therefore buy our beans in small lots to ensure that we only offer coffee that is fresh, vibrant, and at its best. Our coffee offerings change with the seasons, which means our espresso blend changes throughout the year, as do our single estate offerings.*

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Sign Artist

Periodically I'll post videos that inspire. I love people with passion!

David A Smith is a name that has become synonymous in Sign-Writing and Glass gilding circles, with high quality, hand crafted reverse glass signs and decorative silvered and gilded mirrors.

In this short documentary, we reveal behind the scenes work, techniques and visions that Dave uses when carrying out his passion as a glass embosser - One of the few remaining traditional UK glass artists.
David A Smith
www.davidadriansmith.com

A Film by Danny Cooke
www.dannycooke.co.uk

Soundtrack by Tony Higgins (Junior85)
http://freemusicarchive.org/music/junior85/

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

One cup at a time

Here is a great article about one of my favorite shops, Blue Bottle Coffee in San Francisco (you can learn a little bit more about the company in this earlier post). Looks like my science background will come in handy. Our focus will be very similar to Blue Bottle's; making a great cup of coffee one cup at a time!

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

great commercial

Monday, August 16, 2010

monday movie (video)

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

locopops

Here is a great article about a local company here in the triangle called Locopops. It is a great, small business story about putting your passions to action and standing firm on your own desires.

Monday, August 9, 2010

monday movie

I attended the wedding of one of my best friends this past weekend and it reminded me of this

Monday, July 26, 2010

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

twitter

late in this craze - but a great way to read and write about all the great things going on around our community

Follow JubalaCoffee on Twitter

Monday, June 14, 2010

pourover

Monadnock from Intelligentsia Coffee on Vimeo.

Thursday, June 3, 2010

picture update



Tuesday, June 1, 2010

"Google Maps Made Me Do It"


http://www.inc.com/news/articles/2010/06/woman-sues-google-for-bad-directions.html

I read this and it reminded me of a similar story involving a woman and a cup of hot coffee

Friday, May 14, 2010

johnny cupcakes

new favorite company = johnny cupcakes = marketing genius

Saturday, April 17, 2010

USBC today

go to www.usbaristachampionship.org to view it live from Anaheim

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

New Arrivals

New lots from Ethiopia and Burundi
(to order go to www.jubalavillagecoffee.com)

Michicha replaces Shakisso

Kiryama replaces Teka

Monday, April 5, 2010

TIME on coffee

TIME magazine takes a look into the "third wave" coffee scene (link)....and even mentions Counter Culture Coffee, our roaster. It's a refreshing read and I would recommend looking back at this post and link about the "rise" and perhaps "fall" of that other company.

My take away - focus on your local community and be great doing it!

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Sunday, March 21, 2010

NEW WEBSITE

take a look....getting closer

www.jubalavillagecoffee.com

Sunday, February 28, 2010

CoffeeFest - New York

March 5-7
Big Lights Will Inspire You

CoffeeFest New York is coming up this weekend and as nerdy as it sounds, I am pumped. I guess when you become passionate about something you look forward to learning as much as you can about it. I went to the Specialty Coffee Convention last year in Atlanta and had a blast. It is a great way to learn more about the industry and meet with the leaders in the business. We want to bring the best to the Raleigh market and challenge ourselves to continually pursue cups of excellence.



* I want to include Empire State of Mind by JayZ in on this post but have no clue how to include audio clips in a post, so a little humming is required.....In New York...concrete jungle where dreams are made of...there's nothing you can't do....

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Syphon - Intelligentsia Coffee and Tea: Venice, California

Things are moving forward very nicely with the shop and still anticipate having an opening sometime this summer. I have been playing around with the syphon brewing method for over a year now and have had a lot of fun with it. Jubala Village Coffee will incorporate this method of coffee brewing into the bar to make things a little bit more exciting and entertaining....and because it makes a great cup of coffee. I have about 12 of these in storage right now just waiting to be used! enjoy

Syphon, Intelligentsia from Department of the 4th Dimension on Vimeo.

Friday, January 22, 2010

Espresso - Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea: Venice, California

I like this video from the coffee roasters at Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea. The gentleman in the video throws out some alluring adjectives when describing the process of espresso making ... making the end product that much better

Espresso, Intelligentsia from Department of the 4th Dimension on Vimeo.

Monday, January 18, 2010

photo update

There are more photos of the shop to come, but I have uploaded some pictures from the Africa trip on my flickr page...take a look