We don’t need to tell you why buying local is better — but we will. A study by Michigan-based Local Works found that 73 percent of all money spent at a local business stays in the local economy, compared to just 43% of money spent at non-local businesses (thanks to…
It’s June, and we’re in Phoenix. Goodbye beautiful tolerable climate, hello heat advisories and near-instantaneous sunburns. Thankfully, Phoenix has some pretty tasty iced coffee (and tea) drinks to look forward to this time of year. Here’s a smattering of our favorites for summer. Rollover Donuts’ (Iced) Orange Cardamom Latte We…
Iced coffee is a hot topic — and there are about a million different ways to make it, ranging from the very simple (brew hot coffee, put it in the refrigerator) to the very complex (google “Yama Tower” for a visual). But it’s cold-brewed coffee that’s the real sweetheart of…
Heads up, Tempe coffee lovers — Press Coffee has a slick new spot at SkyWater Apartments. And the cafe, though still brand spankin’ new, displays all the hallmarks of quality we’ve come to appreciate from this roaster. We swung by during their soft open to sip a few drinks and…
The coffee industry gets a bad rap when it comes to service — and some of that reputation is probably deserved. The specialty coffee industry has struggled to prove itself worthy within the larger food and beverage world, and many baristas (and even whole shops) will sacrifice hospitality in order…
Tempe-based Blue House Coffee might be the best coffee you haven’t tasted yet. The company has been pedaling its coffee around ASU’s campus since 2012. No, we didn’t spell that wrong — someone actually rides a cart around on a bicycle. We stopped by to check it out, and oh,…
King Coffee, a new near-campus coffee shop, opened four weeks ago in the space once occupied by 3 Roots Coffee House (RIP). The storefront has seen some turnover since the iconic hippie cafe closed its doors a few years ago, but we’re hoping King Coffee will stick around…
The fine folks at Vovomeena have taken their coffee service out of the restaurant and into a brand new space at 111 West Monroe. The mid-century modern office building is the perfect location for Mornin’ Moonshine’s quirky, vintage aesthetic — but while some of the cafe’s visual details are perfectly…
“Arizona’s Tastiest Fundraiser” entered its second day with a theme we can all get behind: Wine and Chocolate. Vintners and chocolatiers from across the state brought their best efforts to the event — and in some cases, their best was not all that great…
There are a lot of reasons to like 32 Shea. The patio is adorably cozy. The atmosphere is casual, the staff are attentive and kind. And there’s a chair in the bathroom! Not just a boring chair, a really nice cushy one, perfect for feeding a baby or taking a…
They say that the right number of bicycles (and coffee shops) (and cats) is always however many you currently have plus one more. Thankfully, Downtown Phoenix has found a great new source for both bikes and coffee at The Velo Bike Shop & Cafe. Sadly, you’ll have to find a…
The Guilty Pleasure: The Biscuit Taco Where to Get It: Taco Bell, like you even had to ask Price: $3.29 plus tax What it Really Costs: The emotional distress of sitting in a Taco Bell drive-thru before 11 a.m…
Craft coffee lovers and home baristas, get excited: Cartel will be offering coffee brewing classes starting on Sunday, March 29th at 11 am…
We’re sitting at The Roastery of Cave Creek. Owner David Anderson came out to give us a tour of his facility, despite having had knee surgery just a few days ago. He wasn’t able to drive yet, so his spunky and incredibly sweet stepdaughter, Wade, gave him a lift. The…
Remember the opening scene in So I Married An Axe Murderer? The one where Mike Myers gets served a ginormous cappuccino topped with thick, dense foam? And it’s 1993, and Mike Myers is still cool, and everyone is all grunged out and Gen-X and happy drinking cappuccinos that look like…
Grind House, the Grand Avenue coffee shop housed within the ThirdSpace complex, is a strange little place. In an aging casita, with exactly one tiny indoor table (and ample patio space), the spot could be called “charming” or “kind of grimy” depending on your take on things. Grind House prides…
The Henry is undeniably beautiful. The Sam Fox Concept is bright and sunny, has a gorgeously polished interior, sumptuous seating, and a patio that summer dreams are made of. The food is, in classic Sam Fox style, simple but well-executed, the cocktails are top-notch, and the whiskey list is long…
Perry Czopp is something of a coffee wunderkind. At just 25 years old, Perry will compete in this year’s United States Barista Championship and has ownership stakes in two separate local companies (The Coffee Chop and Silent Flight Coffee). He recently went to visit the Costa Rican farmers who produced…
East Valley residents: you’ve got a new option for specialty beans. Peixoto Coffee opened this week, serving offerings from the owners’ family farm in Brazil (and a few other places as well.) We headed out to Peixoto’s Chandler location to try it for ourselves…
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so it’s probably about time you start figuring out the best way to please the coffee lover in your life. Rather than that same old boring bouquet of flowers, why not switch things up this year and give that sweet-but-maybe-a-little-bitter boo of yours…
If you’re one of millions of Americans who rely on a decrepit old office coffee pot to deliver your daily caffeine, you’re in luck. Drew Scharnitzke, Director of Education at Cartel Coffee Lab, has shared some tips for making the most of your Mr. Coffee…
The arrival of east African coffees is, for coffee folk, a harbinger of spring. Fall harvests lead to vibrant winter arrivals from Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and of course, Ethiopia. These coffees act as a little glimmer of sunshine among the murk and muck of wintertime. Ethiopian coffees, in particular, always…
