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Texas Coffee Grinders Deal for TX-Coffee.com readers
I received an email from Tom Kurys, owner of www.texascoffeegrinders.com. He makes hand-crank coffee grinders by hand.
He writes,
Hey guys,
Just a note to let you know that I am offering your customers a great deal on grinders right now! As you know, I get$149.95during the buying season before Christmas…right now your customers can get one for $109.95! Please pass this info along.Thanks,
Tom
The Coffee Groundz: Houston, TX
I received an email today from Johnathan R. letting us know about their shop.
He writes,
Midtown location in Houston is up and running after much fine tunning. We also have a full bar as well. So if your in the area stop by and double your pleasure.
Thanks
J.R.
It seems they have a new location (the reason for the email). Their two locations are:
MIDTOWN
713.874.0082; 2503 Bagby, Houston, TX 77006
M–TH: 6 am to 12 am; F: 6 am to 3 am;
SAT: 7 am to 3 am; SUN: 7 am to 12 pm;
and
SUGAR LAND
281.313.2007; 2109 Highway 6, Sugar Land, TX 77478
M–TH: 5:30 am to 9 pm; F: 5:30 am to 10 pm;
SAT: 7 am to 10 pm; SUN: 7 am to 9 pm
Their website is http://www.thecoffeegroundz.com/
Joe Mama’s Coffee House Closed: Amarillo, TX
Joe Mama’s
Coffee House
is now closed. It was open for three months serving up great coffee (and food) to citizens of Amarillo, but alas.. it was not to last.
I’ve been told that a smaller retailer may open in the future for a smaller build-out attempt at a successful retailer.
Best wishes to Ray & Co. at Joe Mama’s.
Starbucks to Acquire The Coffee Equipment Company
Starbucks entered into an agreement today to acquire The Coffee Equipment Company, inventor and producer of the famed Clover™ brewing system.
Starbucks had already acquired at least two or three Clovers to be used in test locations like Seattle and Boston.
Some speculated that Starbucks may possibly opt to purchase several more for larger scale use. No-one that I know of speculated that Starbucks would pursue the acquisition of the company that makes them.
Maybe we’ll see more of these brewers popping up in Starbucks locations. With just a little more luck, maybe we’ll see their baristas learning more about coffee extraction as well.
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Panther City Coffee: Now Closed (Ft. Worth)
http://www.panthercitycoffee.com/
The roaster retailer in Ft. Worth known as Panther City Coffee has officially closed its doors after months of being up for sale.
Panther City was one of very few places in the greater DFW area doing anything worth writing home about. They roasted in house on a Deidrich roaster that was situated out in plain sight near tables so patrons could watch, or just have a look at the equipment involved in making the coffee they were drinking become what it has.
They pulled shots on a La Marzocco Linea, and at least one of the baristas poured art regularly.
The equipment will be listed on e-bay shortly.
Panther City Coffee will be missed.
Kona Coffee Legislation Update
Here is an update on the situation that we posted awhile back on Kona coffee percentages allowed in “Kona Blend” labeled coffees that can be found here=> http://tx-coffee.com/2008/01/29/kona-coffee-and-kona-blends-a-plea-for-your-help/
Here is an update as found on the alt.coffee news group.
www.konacoffeefarmers.org • i…@konacoffeefarmers.org
GMO Coffee Decision Causes Outrage with Kona Coffee Farmers c
KAILUA KONA, HAWAII, March 7, 2008 - Sen. Tokuda (D-Kailua-Kaneohe),
Chair of the House Committee on Agriculture and Hawaiian Affairs
decided not to support, or even provide a committee hearing on HB
1577O which would place a moratorium on field trials for genetically
modified coffee. Instead she is asking for a study to “develop
policies that best serve the needs of our agricultural community”.
The Hawaii County Council unanimously passed a resolution urging the
State Legislature to pass this legislation. “It is deeply
disappointing that once again the State Legislature overrides the
wisdom of our County leaders and the requests of Kona Coffee Farmers”,
said Bruce Corker, President of the Kona Coffee Farmers Association.
“It is troubling that the Legislative leadership has killed both the
GMO moratorium and the coffee truth-in-labeling bills in the back
room, rather than permitting testimony from Big Island farmers in the
open and democratic forum provided by committee hearings.”
“We respect the right of scientists to do research, but perhaps they
could apply their efforts to ridding us of the coffee twig borer which
is having a significant and detrimental impact on Kona Coffee. That
would be extremely helpful to Kona Coffee farmers”, said Corker.“I am outraged”, said Cecelia Smith, spokesperson for the KCFA, “this
Bill was backed by the entire Hawaii coffee industry, who came
together in a unique consolidation, yet our representatives ignore
us”. Smith continued, “What do we need to do to get effective
Agricultural legislation to protect what we are doing right now, in
the fields?”
roast beans to kona to email
farmers of Pure Kona
As posted by Cecilia Smith, of Smithfarms in Kona.
Now Online: Buna Bean Coffee: Ennis, TX
I received this email from Jess a couple of days ago,
Good Morning,
Our web page should be up and running some time this week!
Thanks
Jess Haupt
Buna Bean Coffee
And sure enough, it is. Great looking site, Jess!
http://www.bunabean.com/
Second Saturday, Cafe Gallo: San Antonio, TX
It’s Second Saturday at Cafe Gallo in the Gallista Gallery!Come by for some good eats, great coffee, and artistic inspiration!Saturday March 8, 20087pm to 9pm
Looking for a live music act for your retailer?
I received a pretty interesting email (not like any we’ve received before) and I thought I’d share.
If most people prefer not to see these kinds of postings, just let me know and they won’t happen again. If you like these kinds of postings, again, let me know. TX-Coffee is intended to be a resource for the regional coffee industry.
Do you present live music at your cafe? I represent national touring artist and guitarist/singer/songwriter, Chris Ayer. Chris has just kicked off a spring tour that will bring him through the southeast, south, up through the northwest and back over to the east coast! There are a few dates I’m looking to fill in and I’m wondering if you would be interested in having him? Pricing is negotiable- small guarantee, cover charge, or tip jar. Please see his avails listed below and let me know if I can provide any further info.
–TX: March (8, 11-17)
–CO: March (17-20)
–UT: March (24-27)
–MT: March (30, 31)
–IA, NE: March (31), April (1, 2)
–IN, OH: April (7-9)
–PA: April (7-9, 11, 13-17, 20-23)
–DE: April (11, 13-17)
–NJ: April (13-17)Proudly presenting Chris Ayer for your consideration in 2008:
(Electronic Press Kit available at www.Lyric-Entertainment.com password= lyric2007)
*Hard copy promo package available upon request.Chris Ayer
[acoustic / folk rock]Website: www.chrisayer.net
Myspace: www.myspace.com/chrisayer
Tour history: http://sonicbids.com/chrisayerChris Ayer’s clever lyrics and song structure is what separates this 25 year old as a singer/songwriter from the plethora of others. Chris tours nationally and won the Grand Prize in the 2006 John Lennon Songwriting Competition Folk category for “Evaporate”. In November 2006 the song was also recognized by VH-1, winning Song Of The Month in their Save The Music Competition (Adult Contemporary Category). Chris was also Performing Songwriter Magazine’s “Do It Yourself” pick for March 2007. His latest album, This Is The Place, was recorded in Nashville and produced by Jason Gantt (The Chieftains, Brooks & Dunn, Tim McGraw, Faith Hill). Chris’s next studio album is set for release in summer 2008.
“Part street poet, part armchair philosopher, indie singer/songwriter Chris Ayer will leave you smiling whether you feel like smiling or not. You gotta love this guy… This Is The Place is a delightful discovery.” - BuddyHollywood.com, September 2007
“Ayer’s effort has it all–tight arrangements, excellent musicality and imaginative lyrics. If you’re looking for great music, this is the place indeed.” - Performing Songwriter Magazine, March 2007
Best Regards,
Alyssa C. Folden
Lyric Entertainment
t 510.647.5027
www.Lyric-Entertainment.com
www.Myspace.com/LyricEntertainment
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