We put the RANT in Restaurant and ask that unhappy question: Why does restaurant coffee suck? We open up the bitch-bag again and whine somethin’ fierce about great restaurants with awful coffee. We unpack the secret coffee language held within a toilet and listen as Jon finds out that Anthony Bourdain thinks coffee is useless and probably wouldn’t like Joshua very much at all. Grab your favourite gym sock and fill it with coffee because we’re gonna gripe!

Show Links

Anthony Bourdain Thinks You're Crazy for Eating Airplane Food
https://www.bonappetit.com/people/celebrities/article/anthony-bourdain-parts-unknown

Why You Can’t Get a Great Cup of Coffee at a Restaurant
https://www.huladaddy.com/articles/why-you-cant-get-a-great-cup-of-coffee-at-a-restaurant.htm

Stop Serving Bad Coffee at Fine Restaurants!
https://observer.com/2015/06/stop-serving-bad-coffee-at-fine-restaurants/

AMAZING RESTAURANTS...TERRIBLE COFFEE? WHY?
https://docentcoffee.com/blogs/musings/why-coffee-shouldnt-be-an-afterthought-but-still-is

Caffeinated Complaint: Why Is Restaurant Coffee So Bad?
https://www.seriouseats.com/caffeinated-complaint-why-is-restaurant-coffee-so-bad

THE ULTIMATE COFFEE GUIDE
https://www.jamieoliver.com/features/the-ultimate-coffee-guide/

Welcome to Part 2 of our conversation, where we're diving even deeper into the fascinating world of coffee. Get ready for a more in-depth exploration of the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Expo and Re:co Symposium. Here, we go beyond the surface, exploring the intricacies of coffee, from sustainable practices to innovative approaches. It's an exceptional platform to shape the future of coffee, share ideas, and contribute to the industry's development. So, grab a fresh cup of joe, settle in, and let's embark on this enriching Part 2 of our conversation, where we'll dive deeper into the fascinating realm of specialty coffee. Let the journey continue!

Re:Co Symposium (Re:Co)
https://www.recosymposium.org

SCA Expo (Expo)
 https://www.coffeeexpo.org

Frinj Coffee - Jay Rusky
 https://frinjcoffee.com

UC Davis Coffee Center - College of Engineering

https://coffeecenter.ucdavis.edu

Colombian Coffee Federation
 https://federaciondecafeteros.org/wp/?lang=en

Sivetz Fluid Bed Roaster
 https://www.sivetz.com

Loring Coffee Roaster
 https://loring.com

Allio Coffee Roaster
 https://aillio.com

Brew Bomb
 https://www.brewbomb.com

Ubermilk
 https://www.uebermilk.de

PUQ Press
 https://www.puqpress.com

Sovda Coffee Equipment
 https://www.sovdacoffee.com

Poursteady
 https://poursteady.com

Golden Bean
 https://goldenbean.com

Hello Why Coffee Friends! Get ready for a little primer about the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Expo and Re:co Symposium. Whether you're new to the world of specialty coffee or a seasoned aficionado, these events are not to be missed. The SCA Expo is a vibrant gathering of coffee professionals, featuring an exhibition floor filled with the latest trends, equipment, and delicious coffees. It's the perfect place to explore, learn, and connect with passionate individuals in the industry. On the other hand, the Re:co Symposium offers a thought-provoking experience, bringing together industry leaders and researchers to discuss the deeper aspects of coffee, from sustainability to innovation. Through inspiring talks and interactive sessions, you'll gain valuable insights and contribute to shaping the future of coffee. So, grab a cup of your favourite brew, and join us for a caffeine-fueled journey of knowledge, discovery, and inspiration as Joshua and Jon prepare you for the the SCA Expo and Re:co Symposium.

Things we talked about:

Re:Co Symposium (Re:Co)
https://www.recosymposium.org

SCA Expo (Expo)
https://www.coffeeexpo.org

Specialty Coffee Association (SCA)
https://sca.coffee

SCA Canada
https://scacanada.coffee

SCA Japan
https://scaj.org

National Coffee Association of Canada (NCA)
https://coffeeassoc.com