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why "the commonplace"
Posted February 2, 2010 by T.J.
we named the coffeehouse "the commonplace" because of a poem written by Walt Whitman. Julie stumbled upon it one night as we were deciding what to name the shop. Another piece of writing that seems to echo the concept of finding beauty in the comm...
new coffees just it
Posted January 25, 2010 by T.J.
Guatemalan Santa Felisa Estate Ethiopian Harrar Horse Ethiopian Yirgacheffe Colombian Popayan Colombian Belen Umbria Costa Rican Mercedes Costa Rican Cafe de Vida Kenya AA Karurumone Sumatra Mandheling Brazil Mogiana Java Jampit Tanzani...
Building New Hope
Posted January 5, 2010 by T.J.
We received the Nicaraguan coffee for the Building New Hope project this weekend. We are very excited to be a part of this project that directly impacts the lives of Nicaraguan coffee farmers. We will be hosting a cupping of this coffee in the caf...
fireplace
Posted December 13, 2009 by T.J.
we have taken warmth to a new level. I mean a latte has always been a good way to warm one's self - but now, with the fireplace in the "couch area" we are striving to take the winter chill away. Stop by and let us know what you think.
Arefa's Espresso
Posted October 1, 2009 by T.J.
If you haven't visited Arefa's Espresso in Squirrel Hill you have missed out on a very unique experience in Pittsburgh's coffee scene. Andre and Marie from Arefa's will provide you with a great cup of coffee and a superb environment. I spent the d...
coffee fest 09
Posted September 27, 2009 by T.J.
I just returned home from coffee fest '09. It was nice to have some time in Seattle to reflect on the coffee industry (especially since I have been an owner/operator) as I have experienced it. Some things I have been confused about (i.e. latte art...
more cupping notes from this morning
Posted September 16, 2009 by T.J.
Kenya Jungle estate aa Reminiscent of darker fruits (ie raspberries etc) lightly covered in a fine, dark chocolate, sweet lemons, orange zest, mild earthiness
Brazil Mogiana Fazienda Cachoeira natural yellow bourbon (former COE) On aroma: pea...
some new coffees to offer:
Posted September 15, 2009 by T.J.
Rwandan Nkurubuye
The Cup: Cherry, sweet, bright and balanced acidity, savory afternotes Washed
Kenya Rungeto Coop
THE CUP Complex, cre...
The Fresh Cup Cafe
Posted August 12, 2009 by T.J.
We wanted to call attention to a store that is now serving The Commonplace's Coffee. We met with Laura from The Fresh Cup Cafe a few months ago. She wanted to close her store and open with a new image. This transformation happened over the 4th of ...
our new friend
Posted July 22, 2009 by T.J.
David and I met a new friend, Marc. He is opening a coffee shop/crepe store, specialty sandwich, and unique salad eatery - called J'eet. The shop, located near the new Children's Hospital will be featuring our hand crafted coffee. This will be our...
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