Cuppa Connections

Ready to dive deep into the world of coffee, where the chill of iced coffee squares off with cold brews? That's what we're brewing up in our chat with Michael Harwood, co-owner of Vignette Coffee Roasting. He demystifies the difference between these two summer saviors, explaining why cold brew may just outlast iced coffee in your fridge. But that's not all - he takes

Have you ever pondered the true value of a barista or the complexities of tipping culture within the coffee industry? As we unfold these intricate layers, we guarantee an enriching brew of insights and stories with our esteemed guest, Michael Harwood, co-owner of Vignette Coffee Roasting. Be prepared to discover a world beyond your morning coffee pick-me-up, as we unravel the delic

Can you imagine savoring your favorite grilled summer salad with a perfectly paired coffee cocktail? Picture a medium roast Colombian or Guatemalan coffee, enhanced with a hint of honey, served chilled using large ice cubes or ice balls to avoid dilution, and topped with frozen berries for an unexpected flavor twist. That's what food and former Cordon Bleu Chef, Lisa Record, b

This episode is with Jean Jones. She's the CEO of Opulent Solutions, but more importantly, she's a wonderful mother. In this episode Jean shares with us her journey of traveling through Italy and Greece with her family and her 5 year old daughter, Serenity. Traveling the world tasting wonderful coffees, delicious foods, and having the best cultural experiences is very imp

This episode is about trying new things and being willing to overcome fear.Cate and I experienced glamping, coffee shop stopping at one of the most notorious gunman in the west’s cafe, hiking through Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park.The road trippen through the wide open spaces of the west is about exploring and feeling a sense of freedom that we never have felt

This episode is with a broadcasting legend, Sandra Hughes.Sandra Hughes was the first African American woman to host her own talk show in North Carolina, with Sandra and Friends. She was the first female broadcaster invited to participate in the European Communities' Visitors Program. She was the first African American woman in the Southeast to host PM Magazine, which was broa

This episode is with Elizabeth McGuire, the Executive Director of the Colorado Music Festival & Center for Musical Arts.Her love for coffee is just as strong as her love for the symphony. Liz, we affectionately call her, studied music at West Carolina University. We don't know which came first, her love of coffee or music, but we do know that both sure have evolved since h

Today's episode is with Emmanuel Dunbar, owner of Royal Diaspora Coffee in Tampa, Florida. Emmanuel has brought exquisite Brazilian coffee to Tampa, FL. Coffee is a bridge to learn about other cultures and to experience the different ways of life, and Emmanuel wants to incorporate that by bringing coffee to his neighborhood and teach young black people what the coffee culture

Today's episode is about a company that is empowering female coffee producers and revolutionizing how coffee is roasted and sold in Guatemala. The company is called Chica Bean, and I'm speaking with partners, Josue Martinez and Abby Grabner. Their new way of doing business has cut out the middle man. They roast their own coffee, and use UPS to transport their coffee all o

This episode is not only about how Cate and I relaxed and enjoyed the simpler times as we drank our coffee watching the most stunning sunrises and sunsets, nor is it about being inspired by three of the loveliest people we met on our hiking adventure. It's about nature stealing the show.The day started in Palms Springs, CA with us taking the tallest air tram in the world to di