Andy has a goal of doing 1 cupping or other educational coffee service one Saturday per month. We need to keep on him so he sets up the dates in advance! July is getting away from us!
Friday, July 09, 2010
Sunday, May 02, 2010
Jake Walker hanging at Bjava
Jake Walker hanging at Bjava
Originally uploaded by Bjava
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Bj Showing Jess that Barista Mag is not about hot coffee guys.
Jess and I sat down with a couple of copies of Barista Magazine and some tasty coffee. We had our photos taken for Barista Magazine's 5th anniversary issue. So we are looking forward to seeing which photo Sarah chooses to use.
Stay tuned to see what wacky things we will be up to next.
Stay tuned to see what wacky things we will be up to next.
Friday, January 01, 2010
Tired but looking forward!
I found this photo in flickr, by a guy I may have met at the Coffee Talk barista jam in Ann Arbor. In the photo is Mark from Chicago, a true coffee geek, Gina from Milwaukee, my new friend on Facebook, Jess my part-timer, me, looking really tired, and Andy looking pensive, (not unusual for him.)
I keep going back to this weekend in my mind. The coffee shop we were in that day, MadCaps, doesn’t do bulk drip coffee. They don't offer a plethora of syrups, their coffees are not cheap, and yet they do good business.
Just some thoughts looking forward in to the New Year. I think that I may go back to my original idea of not having a drip coffee sitting in the pot all afternoon. So, perhaps after that last quick service lunch pot is finished I will only offer espresso, and hand poured coffees.
People are funny though, they apologize when I make them a cup of coffee this way in the afternoon, as if it is a lot of trouble for me. It is no trouble, as I want the coffee to sing, if it sits in a pot it barely hums.
Happy New Year!
What are you thinking about changing in the New Year?
I keep going back to this weekend in my mind. The coffee shop we were in that day, MadCaps, doesn’t do bulk drip coffee. They don't offer a plethora of syrups, their coffees are not cheap, and yet they do good business.
Just some thoughts looking forward in to the New Year. I think that I may go back to my original idea of not having a drip coffee sitting in the pot all afternoon. So, perhaps after that last quick service lunch pot is finished I will only offer espresso, and hand poured coffees.
People are funny though, they apologize when I make them a cup of coffee this way in the afternoon, as if it is a lot of trouble for me. It is no trouble, as I want the coffee to sing, if it sits in a pot it barely hums.
Happy New Year!
What are you thinking about changing in the New Year?
Friday, December 18, 2009
Bjava at the Holidays!
It's a happening joint here at Bjava! We are really moving some great Fresh Roasted coffee! Come on in and get it while it's fresh!
We have a small amount of Kona on the shelf right now, but if you want to make sure you get some then Please stop in or call tomorrow and get your name on the list! It is going fast!
See you tomorrow or one day next week! Christmas is Friday, and you know you don't want to forget "that" person on your list who loves GREAT coffee!
It's a happening joint here at Bjava! We are really moving some great Fresh Roasted coffee! Come on in and get it while it's fresh!
We have a small amount of Kona on the shelf right now, but if you want to make sure you get some then Please stop in or call tomorrow and get your name on the list! It is going fast!
See you tomorrow or one day next week! Christmas is Friday, and you know you don't want to forget "that" person on your list who loves GREAT coffee!
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
Kona Coffee is almost here! Stop in and place your order today!
Check out our great Christmas treats! We have some of your favorite flavored coffees. Our Holiday roast will be on the shelf before the end of the week!
Gift baskets, French presses, Tea brewers, get what you need here at Bjava!
See you soon for a yummy Peppermint Mocha or a Tres Leches Latte!
Check out our great Christmas treats! We have some of your favorite flavored coffees. Our Holiday roast will be on the shelf before the end of the week!
Gift baskets, French presses, Tea brewers, get what you need here at Bjava!
See you soon for a yummy Peppermint Mocha or a Tres Leches Latte!
Saturday, September 05, 2009
Mass Ave Market On Fridays
Bjava is selling fresh roasted coffee beans at the Mass Ave Farmer's Market on Friday evenings through October. It is in the Art Bank Parking lot at Mass Ave and Collage Ave.
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
When you are in D.C. Visit Nick for me!
Chinatown Coffee is my friend Nick Cho's place. If you are in DC, please stop in for some of the best coffee in town!
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Chateau Thomas Farmer's Market
Stop by on Thursday 4 to 8PM. It will be a great market this week! I'll be there with Fresh Roasted Coffee!
Chateau Thomas in Plainfield, IN
Chateau Thomas in Plainfield, IN
Friday, June 19, 2009
Friday, June 12, 2009
Stop in for a chat!
We are a great place to meet a friend during the day for a coffee break and a chat! See you soon!
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Andy ready to sell
Come see us at the Chateau Thomas Farmer's Market on Thursdays from 4 to 8 PM.
We are at the Plainfield tasting complex.
Check it out here"
http://www.chateauthomas.com/contact/
We are at the Plainfield tasting complex.
Check it out here"
http://www.chateauthomas.com/contact/
We make our own goodies!
What to do with a cookie and ice cream? Come in and check out our new cookie ice cream sammies!
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
The coffee speaks for itself!
Check out what's being said about Bjava on the Internet click on,
Martine Locke scroll down to Monday March 30.
New coffees in this week, working on an Etsy page, and working on class schedule for consumer classes.
Check out what's being said about Bjava on the Internet click on,
Martine Locke scroll down to Monday March 30.
New coffees in this week, working on an Etsy page, and working on class schedule for consumer classes.
Sunday, March 01, 2009
New Machine!
We bought a new espresso machine. It is great! Stop in and get a latte. We are getting really good at our latte art. It is much easier when you have good steam power. Smooth!
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Tamp!
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
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
Wednesday, December 03, 2008
Wednesday, November 05, 2008
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!
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!
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