Arizona Coffee

I can’t remember the last time cheese and grapes were ever paired so perfectly as at the Matador Coffee Bar opening at Sagasta Salon. On Saturday evening I stopped in to check out the new place and for the grand opening party. A large crowd had formed both inside and outside and appeared to be […]

Earl Hedges Jr wrote:
Hey, I noticed that my favorite coffee house is not on your list for Flagstaff, AZ. Their name is Jac’s Coffee Shop [at] 2285 E.Butler Ave. Flagstaff, AZ 86004. They not only have coffee but awesome breakfast specials, and really friendly service. they also have free wi-fi. I give them 5 stars, […]

Tomas just emailed this to me and I had to share it. For all of you font lovers, it has a double meaning.

Coffee, like Helvetica, is an acquired taste. To satisfy both habits, this white ceramic mug features four weights of the timeless font – in corresponding caffeinated shades – and a sensibly squared handle. […]

A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of stopping in at Mountain View Coffee Company’s Scottsdale location which also doubles as the company’s bakery. This is the 3rd location in this small locally owned and run chain. It was also my first visit.
I was rather surprised by the variety of baked goods available. They […]

A new coffee shop called Mocha Mocha Me has opened in Glendale.
As quoted in the Arizona Republic:
A hot cup of joe isn’t the only thing on the menu at Mocha Mocha Me, a new coffee shop midway between downtown Glendale and University of Phoenix Stadium.
You’ll find java drinkers chortling at stand-up comedy shticks during […]

I have some news. The Southwest Barista Guild Jam originally scheduled for October has been postponed. Currently, plans are under way to have this event in 2008 and I’ll update everyone when I hear more.
Update: It’s definitely not canceled and will happen, just more time is needed to plan, coordinate volunteers, and get sponsors lined […]

Remember how Sagasta Salon was looking to rent out the coffee bar portion of their shop? I have good news which I received from Mario Martusciello (one of the owners of Matador Coffee Roasters):
Hey, Just wanted to give y’all a heads up… Matador Coffee has finally opened a coffee shop and retail!!!
Starting Oct.1 we’ll be […]

Joe Drinker writes:
What happened to the Coffee Plantation on 16th Street & Glendale? I was there almost all afternoon Wednesday, but today I show up and the place is gutted, and the signage is gone?

Carmen Tucker contributed this review:
Last week I decided to try skipping my usual whole bean purchase, and instead picked up the buzz for home use at Trader Joe’s. I was pleasantly impressed!
I chose the Dark Sumatra whole bean coffee, part of their Ultra Dark Roast Blends. It comes in a 12 oz airtight […]

I’ve been pulled out of my “break” to report on a screaming deal at Princess Coffee. Scottsdale’s newest kiosk/coffee cart is located in the lobby of one of the medical office towers at Scottsdale Healthcare Shea. Michael, the owner and operator writes with the following:
Princess Coffee Clearance Sale!
Limited-time offer to AZ Coffee readers: $7 per […]

I’m going to take some time off from blogging. Be back soon.

Here at Arizona Coffee HQ we’ve been enjoying some coffee from Lost Dutchman Coffee Roasters. The coffee is a Kenyan Nyeri Peaberry, and it was a very smooth and lightly roasted coffee with fruity flavors. Most excellent.

Lost Dutchman Coffee Roasters
Toll-free: 1-800-536-4790
Local: 623-217-1304

From the Arizona Republic (Sept. 8, 2007): Mannequin helps hawk cold drinks
If you’ve seen a strange-looking man bundled up in a ski jacket and sweat pants at the Mokarabia Coffee Bar in Buckeye’s Verrado community, don’t be fooled.
The man isn’t real. It’s a mannequin, and it’s all part of the Italian coffee retailer’s summer […]

Word on the street is that you can now register for the Southwest Barista Guild Jam.
Registration Information

$75 for both days
$50 “Early Bird” discount price - Good for both days. Register before October 18th
40% Discount for Barista Guild Members for both days ($45)
$50 Single Day Pass - Good for either event day
$35 Early Bird Single Day […]

Joe & Sharon write:
Aloha, We would like to post this ad in your jobs listings.
We are Looking For
Energetic, enthusiastic team-oriented counter staff needed for new Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees & Smoothies Café and Drive-thru opening in September 2007 at 3722 E. Indian School Road (Shops at 38th Street) in Phoenix. Part-time, all shifts […]

Yesterday I stopped in at Pascucci for a coffee and to check my email. They have a great coffee bar setup, with comfortable chairs, plenty of atmosphere, and good looking gelato!
It’s definitely worth a visit the next time you are in South Scottsdale.

Pascucci Coffee
4166 N. Scottsdale Rd #102
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 425-8101

After a day of errands it was off to Inza Coffee yesterday for a latte and to browse the internet. What would you know, there was a rainbow in the distance. My usual, an Irish Cream Latte was delicious.

Inza Coffee
8658 East Shea Blvd
Suite 1 & 2
Scottsdale, Arizona 85260

Alfred Peet has passed away. He was he founder of Peet’s Coffee & Tea, and a major player in the coffee world. Thanks for the tip in the forum.
You can read his biography and see photos on the Peet’s Coffee Blog.