Portland Coffeehouses Open on Christmas Day <updated with more shops open>A few notes...Some of us need our coffee, even on Christmas Day. I don't know of any coffeehouses other than these two Barista locations which will be open. Some Starbucks locations will be serving customers, though locations are hit and miss, and really, could one call Starbucks a … [Read more...] about Christmas Day Coffee and More
Albina Press Coffeehouse
Molecular Gastronomy Meets Coffee… with Billy Wilson
This weekend is the Northwest Regional Barista Competition at Wonder Ballroom. Coffee Geeks from all over the Northwest will be there competing for the overall championship. As part of the competition, each barista has to come up with a signature coffee drink. Billy Wilson of Albina Press is taking the signature drink to new heights with the use of molecular gastronomy, which … [Read more...] about Molecular Gastronomy Meets Coffee… with Billy Wilson
Coffee Guide: Albina Press
I am sitting here with a perfect cup of coffee. That is why I love Starbucks. Do I have your attention? For most people these days, their first exposure to coffee comes from one of the mass-market chains such as Starbucks. Starbucks gives them that first addiction, the 'need' to get coffee every day. Then one day they are exposed to a better brew. Maybe a friend drags them to … [Read more...] about Coffee Guide: Albina Press