Ironically, the most noticeable aspect of Chinatown Coffee Co. in DC’s Chinatown was how quiet this spot was. No music was playing and the only people ever talking were customers ordering their coffee. Everybody else in the shop seemed to be busy at work on their laptops. This coffee shop was also long and narrow…
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Compass Coffee – Washington DC
Located in the Shaw neighborhood of DC, Compass Coffee is a go-to for an early morning caffeine fix or afternoon coffee break. This friendly coffee shop is spacious with a few small tables and many long, high tables, providing enough seating for the large number of customers consistently in the shop. Despite the fact that people there…
Alchemy – London, UK
To go along with the Coffee of the Month for June, I thought I would talk about the spot where I purchased those coffee beans. Alchemy was one of my favorite coffee shops in London. The shop was small (but not too small) and homey and the jazz music playing created a cool vibe. I really…
Garage Coffee Company – Nashville, TN
Garage Coffee Company was one of those coffee shops I had been meaning to get to for a while, but never planned to go until it happened spontaneously. I didn’t necessarily have high expectations for this spot, but I had heard a lot about it and figured it was worth trying when a few of…
Houndstooth Coffee – Austin, TX
Houndstooth Coffee was one of the most welcoming coffee shops I have been to in a while. The second I walked into the door, smiling baristas welcomed me to the shop. The first thing that caught my eye was the beautiful personalized La Marzocco espresos machine with “Houndstooth” engraved on the front. In addition, the…
Proper Bagel- Nashville, TN
As a coffee lover it can also be tough sometimes to be a brunch lover as well. Do I chose a restaurant based on its coffee or its food? The worst is feeling like you have to choose one or the other, but Proper Bagel, located near Belmont University it Nashville, has solved this problem….
Workshop Coffee- London, UK
Located in a back corner of the Marylebone neighborhood in London, Workshop Coffee is a long and narrow coffee shop surrounded by a small shopping and dining area. This shop was crowded with people sitting on benches along the walls as well as a bench outside. I was intrigued by the effort people made to provide…
Shoreditch Grind – London, UK
Located right by Old Street Station, Shoreditch Grind is a grungy coffee spot that epitomizes the neighborhood of Shoreditch in London. The grungy, artsy coffee shop blasts rock music while people sip on espresso and relax with friends. The space is pretty large, with seating inside and outside, and resembles a concert venue. The service…
Dose Coffee and Tea – Nashville, TN
Dose holds a special place in my heart as one of my favorite coffee shops. Not only does this spot have a homey feel, but it also has tasty pour overs and great espresso drinks. Starting off, Dose provides a great deal of seating that is open making you feel like you are enjoying your cup…
Three Brothers Coffee – Nashville, TN
For the outdoorsy and/or studious types, Three Brothers is the ideal coffee shop. Located right on West End in Nashville, this cafe is connected to Cumberland Transit, an outdoor apparel and equipment store. The shop is large and open with a woodsy, calm feel to it. The music selection is great, playing either indie or classic…
Event – Counter Culture Training Center
The Counter Culture Training Center located in Somerville, MA provides support to coffee lovers, baristas, and coffee shop owners. Along with professional development classes, this center offers public cupping every Friday at 10 AM. The week I visited happened to be an exception. Instead of the usual cupping, the event consisted of trying the limited…
Why Coffee?
A few days ago as I was about to go to a cupping event my brother, who does not drink coffee I might add, asked me, “Are there other people who love coffee as much as you do?” Interestingly enough I found this question to be strange. I realized I have become so immersed in…
The Coffee Code 