Tamp!

Tamp!
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Oh look it's me. Well the blog hasn't had any photos of me for a long time, if ever.
Andy and I went to Louisville, KY on Sunday the 11th. We took part in a barista Throwdown! at La Vida Java. This throwdown consists of making a latte with free poured art on top. Now, I am not the greatest at this feat, but I do like to try. More than anything I like hanging out with other coffee people. I learn something every time I get together with others in the business.

So, come on in and see if our latte art is any better. I think it is.
Cheers!
Bj

There is fresh roasted on site coffee available NOW, at Bjava Coffee and Tea!!!!!!!!!!
Woo Hooo!

Indianapolis's newest roaster is working her little fingers to the bone, Sandy Cockerham, is roasting our coffee.

We have some tasty coffees for your holiday giving, so stop by for a sample.

See ya!

And now for a lovely bit of luck............

I got a call on Monday, would I do a catering for Tuesday? I almost said no, well at first I did say no. It was for 60 and I thought they were talking lunch. No they just needed a morning snack with coffee, tea and hot cider. Ok. Delivered to the airport at 10AM, Ok. Who is this for, I ask?

We need to have something for the press and staff when they get in town with Obama.

I did not drop the phone.

I said yes of course I can do this.

I baked all day Monday and into the night. You know I just have a small oven.

Well here is what I took to the airport for the President Elect and his entourage.
Mini muffins, scones, granola, yogurt, and fruit took care of the food.
The hot drinks were Fair Trade Organic coffees, 1 Guatemalan and 1 Timor, Kenyan tea, and hot apple cider from our local orchard.

So there you have it, my brush with politics and fame!

Cheers and here is to the next 4 years, may they be Great!

Andy goes to the "Big City"

Saturday morning crowd
Originally uploaded by Intelligentsia Coffee

Hey all, well my pal Andy went to the big barista jam in Chicago last week-end. Here is a photo of some of the jammers first thing Saturday morning. I am sure the were more lively later in the day. Mass amounts of caffine were consumed. I mean if you are going to hang out in a great roastery like Intelligentsia and play with coffee all day what do you expect!

I had to miss this blessed event, but just ask Andy about it. He had a great time and learned a lot of great stuff!

Alterra in the house!

Alterra in the house!
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Stop in for some great coffee from Alterra! YUMMMMMMM

How I spent my Sunday....

Nimbus at t'he Farmer's Market selling tea and coffee.
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

I went to Louisville, KY with Sandy and Anita who were judges for the State Fair Beer Competition. I took the car and headed over to a coffee shop called Ray's Monkey House. The owner/roaster Nimbus invited me to hang out with him at a local farmers market.
I enjoyed talking with him about business and about how his coffee shop recyles and composts.

I also visited Sunergos Coffee. Both Ray's and Sunergos are roaster/retailers. Both places had a respectable shot of espresso.

If you are ever in Louisville, be sure to try the coffees from these fine shops.

Paradise in the house!

Paradise in the house!
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

We have already cracked into the espresso, WOW! Get in here next week, 'cause you don't want to miss this!

Last week Metropolis

Last week Metropolis
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Not much left, but hopefully enough to brew this week for house coffee! Yummy.

Harvest of Indianapolis

Harvest of Indianapolis
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

A very nice French Roast!

Coffee's working.

Coffee's working.
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Rock and Roll, new meaning............rock all night, but you need to drive back to Chicago today............Then you need a coffee from
BJava!

Espresso!
The Harvest Cafe Espresso blend will be on the bar by Tuesday, Wednesday at the latest. Going off will be the Higher Grounds espresso blend. Still on for a week Julian Espresso Crema.

The next roaster I plan to order from is Metropolis Coffee out of Chicago. I may be using another blend of theirs for espresso, as my machine does not run hot enough for their espresso blend.

I had a pot of the Metropolis Mocha Java blend it was awesome, I also really enjoyed their Rwanda and Tanzania Peaberry. So, bean buyers get ready for some great coffees you will need to take home!

Pouring the Espresso base
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

It was me, I drank the last shot of Cafe Vera!
Espressos on the bar right now,
La Creama, by Julian Coffee Roasters and Espresso Roast, by Higher Grounds.

Coming soon: Espresso, by Harvest Cafe Roasters

These are all Indiana Roasters, come on over for a taste.

Saying good-bye to our favorite locally roasted coffee.

We will miss you!

"Stanton Coffee has moved into the Coffee Consulting, Technology and Equipment arena.
They are discontinuing their Indianapolis Roasting Operation on June 17th. "

We are looking forward to new relationships in the coffee industry.
Bjava Coffee and Tea will still source and serve the

"Best Coffee and Espresso" in Indianapolis!

Cap and a cookie

Cap and a cookie
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Stop in and try our new home made breakfast cookie. It goes great with a traditional cappuccino!
Great for breakfast, but if you want it in the afternoon we won't judge you!

Art at Bjava, through the end of Feb.

Smoke fired tile
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

Come on in and check out the ceramic art of Soyong Kang.
While you are here enjoy the warmth of one of our tasty coffees or chais!

Reserve the back room!

Back room for group meetings.
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat

You can reserve the back room at Bjava for your small group meetings. We can set you up with a fixed menu or each person can order on their own. We serve breakfast, lunch and snacks as well as our wonderful coffees and teas!

November! How did it get to be NOVEMBER?





We had better get to planning for Christmas! I hope if you need coffee you all call me!


Kona comes in the week after Thanksgiving and there is a limited supply so come on over and reserve yours.





I made some Nutcracker Suite yesterday, so if you are a fan it is ready for you!
This photo is from last year, but it represents some of the items I will have again this year.
See you soon!

This is soooo cute!

Arlo steaming
Originally uploaded by elysian

I have a customer who is 1 month old, but I am guessing when she is old enough I will have her on the espresso machine too!

If Arlo knew me he would say.........
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Cats Haven 2

Cats Haven 2
Originally uploaded by lucysmycat