Published on: Tue, 28 May 2019 15:57:16 -0700
Philz Coffee is no ordinary coffee shop. It's all about flavor and caffeine popping pour-overs -- there's no need for an espresso machine here! You get to choose from over 15 unique coffee blends, and the barista prepares your cup to perfection for you (including milks and sweeteners). It's no wonder they call their coffee "cups of love"! We chat with GINA GLENBOWSKI, store leader of the Hollywood, CA café, to talk all about this unique approach to coffee, and how it took Phil (yes, there really is a "Phil") 7 years to create the perfect coffee bean blend, which started it all. She also gives us some inside info on some amazing SECRET MENU options.
But don't worry, if you love lattes, sweet coffee drinks or just black coffee that seem as strong as espresso, Philz has you covered with something you may like even more! From the perfect pour over creation to cold coffees (including their popular Mojito coffee, which is out of this world delicious), they have something for everyone in a inviting, family-feel cafe.
And while we're tasting several of their blends and are highly caffeinated, it's the perfect time to talk about our week! Myles rips a page out of a Jack Black movie and is on the "case of the missing dog poop". He describes how he used his fatherly skills to solve the mystery. And Jason's son asks for an axe -- what could go wrong with that?
We're in Hollywood, but there are over 51 Philz cafes throughout the country! Join us for several cups of incredibly tastey coffees at Philz!
PHILZ COFFEE
6430 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Published on: Thu, 09 May 2019 16:58:55 -0700
The magic of Copa Vida (Spanish for "Cup of Life") is how they roast their own beans and serve you amazing coffee in three unique ways: "Go", "Enjoy" and "Experience"; each are designed to give you the perfect coffee experience - and it really works! We chat with STEVE CHANG (Founder, President, CEO and most importantly, the "Certified Professional Appreciator"!), and he tells us his secret recipe to making them one of the top coffee shops in Los Angeles and why you have to try it for yourself!
Add an extensive tea menu and an in-house chef that has developed one of the most amazing Avocado Toasts on the planet (not to mention their Croque Madame), and you have every reason you need to visit one of their six Southern California locations (don't worry, they're growing fast and may be near you soon!)
We visit both their roastery and their Pasadena café location to experience how it all comes together. And while we enjoy their famous Cortado and their "Experience" Alaka Natural Ethiopian pour over, we also talk about our week. Myles helps his 8-year-old with an art project and is awarded a sympathy tap on the back. And he shares what happens when his 6-year-old is Assistant Principal of the day. Jason's son pushes his way into the world of Spiderman but reconsiders when Spidey and MJ kiss and keep kissing (you should've seen his face!).
Whether you're in a hurry on your morning commute and need coffee stat, or you want to enjoy the perfect cup of single origin coffee, join us at Copa Vida for a freshly roasted cup of life!
COPA VIDA
PASADENA: 70 S. Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA
EAST VILLAGE | San Diego: 905 J St., San Diego, CA
CARLSBAD | San Diego: 5600 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, CA
SORRENTO VALLEY | San Diego: 11055 Roselle St, San Diego, CA
MARINA | San Diego: 655 W Broadway, San Diego, CA
CARMEL VALLEY | San Diego: 5550 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA
Published on: Mon, 22 Apr 2019 15:10:06 -0700
Give in to the dark side or fight for the light side! Either way, this is the Dark Roast vs Light Roast episode (because why wouldn't we tie into the amazing Star Wars Episode 9 teaser trailer?!)
Join us and we'll tell you which roast will give you the greatest jolt of caffeine; why you should choose one over the other; and which is best straight up or for your coffee drinks.
And while we are learning the ways of coffee, Myles tells us how he avoided the complete destruction of his home by his four-year-old (it's a good thing he's not a Jedi). Jason's son uses a Jedi mind trick to make him think hiking in the mountains is fun! And they both talk about how Star Wars has infiltrated their lives.
This is the episode you've been looking for! It's Star Wars and coffee!!
WHAT WE'RE DRINKING ON THIS SHOW:
Light Roast: Groundwork Columbian
Dark Roast: Groundwork Black Gold
Published on: Fri, 05 Apr 2019 23:17:12 -0700
Local art is a focal point at M Street Coffee, but their true art is the coffee, which uses their custom blend organic coffee (roasted by Groundwork). We stop by this very popular spot to enjoy both forms of art and tell you why you should do the same.
And while we enjoy our coffees, we chat about our week with the kids. Two of Myles' boys get sick at school at the same time and have to come home. Myles keeps them in bed resting and writing poems. Jason's son turns nine and has his first sleep over in his own home. Little did Jason know that his plan was stay up all night with his friend!
We're trying FIVE different drinks (with a side of fresh banana bread) and have a lot to say about each of them. Grab a cup and join us!
M STREET COFFEE
13251 Moorpark Street, Sherman Oaks, CA
Published on: Fri, 15 Mar 2019 10:28:57 -0700
How good are you at tasting coffee? It turns out, it's one of the most difficult things for anyone to do.
Rebecca Smith, the head educator at Groundwork Coffee in Los Angeles, invited us for a cupping class to help strengthen our tasting abilities. We're sharing what we learned with you, so you can better taste and appreciate specialty coffee (and it's really worth it!).
Plus, we're doing the "Flavor Fun Challenge" (we know... the name needs work!)! We each brought a bag of coffee to cup, and we're going to find out if we can pick out the tasting notes from our respective coffee club coffees. Who has the better palate - Jason or Myles?? Let the games begin! BTW, cupping is one of the most basic ways to brew coffee, and it's how the pros taste coffee (you use two spoons to skim the coffee off the top!). From there, they decide what they purchase to roast, and it also is how they pick the tasting notes the put on the coffee bag.
We also talk about our week: Jason deals with a game-time meltdown and gives you a mostly-unknown rule that shortens the game of Monopoly. Myles shares some tips about training his new puppy to potty!
Grab your coffee and join us!
LINKS TO OUR MENTIONS:
SWEET BLOOM ROASTERS
http://www.sweetbloomcoffee.com
UNITY ROASTERS
TRADE COFFEE
LA COFFEE CLUB