This week on Ten Minute Talks, we take a look at a coffee from my place of employment! If you love an adventurous yet familiar single origin coffee, then Barista Parlor’s Pedregal from Colombia is just for you. You can find it on their website at http://www.baristaparlor.com!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeefo…

As we're in a weird season in the world where shops are closed temporarily or offering augmented service, we want to provide you with resources so you can brew your own coffee at home and have the same in-shop experience like normal, all in ten minutes or less. Today, we're reviewing Onyx Coffee Lab's "Geometry" blend. Check it out at https://onyxc…

We are in uncharted waters. COVID-19 is something we've never seen before in the café/hospitality world. If you love the local businesses you go to for food, beverage, or other goods, now is the time to step up and support them. This episode is full of some practical tips for how to support them! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify…

Maintaining proper hygiene practices and upholding sanitary standards help keep surfaces clean, people safe, and doors open. But, in the midst of a global health crisis, how should we handle ourselves within the café as a result? We chat a little about that in this week's episode. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/co…

Within the café, there exists a certain set of rules and policies that govern how we interact and operate within the space. At some points, these rules can get confusing and almost exclusive, but they're there to set boundaries and standards that protect both the barista and the guest. We tackle these policies in this episode! --- Support this podc…

Most shops have some way of rewarding regular and repeat customers: stars, points, punches, etc. But what goes into the programs? How can they help, or hurt, everyone involved? We cover that in this episode! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeeforeverydayuse/support…

As coffee and service industry professionals, we have a responsibility to provide anyone who walks into the café, whether a guest or a co-worker, with the utmost respect and kindness, no matter what's going on in our lives. As US Coffee Champs season comes to a close, the main concept in the midst of all the routines has been a focus on hospitality…

When you're ordering lattes, cappuccinos, or anything else under the "Espresso" portion of most menus, there are quite a few ways you can complete your order. You can add more espresso, flavors, extra flavors, more milk, etc. This section of the café is most likely the most customizable avenue that exists. Hear what we have to say about altered esp…

As the base of most options ordered in the coffee shop, espresso wears many hats. There are so many theories around it, but today we talk about the bare-bones basics of it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeeforeverydayuse/support

Drip coffee, cold brew, bottled drinks, and pastries sometimes drive the revenue for shops. They're easily accessible but quite frankly underserved and underappreciated. Today, we discuss these options and how to better order them! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeeforeverydayuse/support…

In this week's episode, we take a quick detour away from what's going on behind the bar to what's going on on the other side: the coffee shop regular! Using the same three questions, our guests help us to rethink what it means to frequent local coffee shops and give us insight into how we can all be better customers. --- Support this podcast: https…

Coffee. It's what a coffee shop is created to do: brew good coffee for people. But, what really is the inner workings behind coffee, at least when it comes to how it's brewed in the shop? We chat about that, the misconceptions around it, and how you can order smarter at your local shop! Our first brewing tutorial is live! Check us out on YouTube to…

We missed you over the holidays! So, we decided to come back full force. All for you. We kick off the intro to our newest segment of the series entitled "What's Brewing?" where we tackle the nitty-gritty of the coffee shop menu.Check us out on YouTube! We've started posting content to help you brew better coffee and understand what you're doing whi…

As we close out the podcast season, we take some time to look back over what we've discussed over the past few months and give you ways to apply it all. Have a happy and safe holidays! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeeforeverydayuse/support

With the holidays being all about bringing us together, we bring you a special episode about how to foster that idea, all while using coffee. Whether you use coffee as a way to get a break from the craziness or a way to catch up with others, there's always a place for coffee at your gathering. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.co…

Using the concept of Advent to help people taste more coffee, our good friends at Onyx Coffee Lab in Northwest Arkansas have released a Coffee Advent Calendar! We tasted some of the coffees this week and wanted to share the love with you guys. Check out our thoughts! There's still time before Christmas to get the Coffee For Everyday Use book ordere…

Closing out (or starting) the shopping day with a nice warm cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa tends to be a staple among family and friends. It's a great, fun way to connect with each other and round out the day, but how can you ramp up that experience? That's what we're discussing today on the podcast! Happy Cyber Monday! Don't forget that our book is …

Mmmmm, winter. The flavors associated with the season are irresistible: peppermint, cinnamon, gingerbread. And they're even better with coffee. Today, we take a look at winter seasonal menu items, and how you can make some of them at home. Still looking for the perfect Christmas gift for your friends and family? Coffee For Everyday Use is your winn…

If you want to brew your own coffee back home with your family, but don't want to use that old Mr. Coffee, then Aeropress is truly your friend. We take some time this week to review it, share some tips and tricks on how to use it, and ultimately try to sell you on buying this great method for yourself. As the holidays get ever nearer, don't delay p…

As we approach the most wonderful time of the year, we think of spending time with our families, enjoying the spirit of the season, and keep warm using our favorite caffeinated beverage. But a dilemma arises: there aren't any good coffee shops in your hometown. How do you handle that? We sit down with Barista Parlor's Wholesale & Production Manager…

Baristas: you gotta love them. They can make or break your day with every cup of coffee. But deep down inside, they're real people too, even if they're weird sometimes. Today, we conclude our segments on Weird Coffee Things looking at the people who do the weird coffee things. As the holidays come into view, one of the best Christmas gifts you can …

If you drink specialty coffee, you know that the pour over is sacred. But what makes it special? Let’s tackle that today on this week’s episode.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeeforeverydayuse/support

What's going on when a bunch of people is crowded around some bowls on a table, have spoons, and are slurping really loudly? This week, we tackle cupping, a super interesting practice that helps us evaluate how coffee tastes. Do you run a coffee shop? Sell books? Sell anything in your store? Let's work together then. We're offering wholesale pricin…

This week, we start a new segment series, Weird Coffee Things, where we look at the weird things that coffee professionals do and make a little bit more sense of it. We start by looking at Specialty Coffee: what it is, how it functions, and what it means for us. If you've benefitted from any of the outlets (podcasts/social media/book/etc.) of Coffe…

Coffee has a wild history, marked by different advancements that stand out from the crowd. This week, we tackle an overview of what those advancements are and how to identify them in the coffee-driven world around us. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeeforeverydayuse/support…

How do you know that the coffee you've just made tastes good? On this episode, we dive into how to evaluate your coffee, compare the flavors you're getting, and get better at brewing with each cup. Don't forget, our book is available for purchase on Amazon for only $12! Share it with your friends and help them learn too! --- Support this podcast: h…

You can't brew coffee at home without having equipment to brew with. This week, we tackle the basic pieces of brewing equipment you need to make the best coffee you possibly can. Check out our book on Amazon, now for only $12! This resource comes in handy for tracking your brewing progress, accessing helpful guides to make brewing easier, and learn…

What happens when you brew your coffee? Is it just pouring hot water over grounds? Let’s take a look into everything that goes into brewing before we tackle actually brewing coffee. Also, our book is now for sale for $12! Don’t break the bank while learning more about making the best coffee possible.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spot…

This week, we look at the art and science of bringing coffee from your local coffee shop home with you, and how you can make the best decisions when looking at the shelves. Also, we’re running a sale on our book! Head over to Amazon this week to buy a digital copy for $0.99!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeefor…

Once coffee enters a roastery, the real fun for the staff begins. We’ve also launched a Patreon! Check it out.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeeforeverydayuse/support

How do we get coffee from other countries here to the U.S.? What makes green coffee worth purchasing? Our friend Daniel McCullers of Barista Parlor gives us some insight into his world of green buying.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeeforeverydayuse/support

Everyone loves coffee, but where does it come from? Hear about it in this first episode, as well as an exciting announcement concerning our flagship resource! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeeforeverydayuse/support

Welcome to Coffee For Everyday Use, where we exist to make coffee more approachable through tips, tricks, resources, and more.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeeforeverydayuse/support