Texas’ New Spot for a Cuppa

After two years of research and traveling the world for inspiration, brother-sister duo Sivin and Tam Duong launch The Cuppo Coffee & Tea in Jersey Village, just outside of Houston.
by Fresh Cup Staff | July 16, 2019

Foxtail Coffee Hires New COO

Orlando-based Foxtail Coffee Co. recently announced a new COO, John Hufferd, who comes from barbecue joint 4 Rivers Smokehouse, another celebrated local brand.
by Fresh Cup Staff | July 16, 2019

Glitter Cat Bootcamp 2020 Applications Now Open

Following the success of 2019’s inaugural season, which focused on the U.S. Barista Championship, Glitter Cat Bootcamp has now expanded to include sessions for Brewers Cup, Roasters, and Coffee in Good Spirits.
by Fresh Cup Staff | July 16, 2019

Food Allergen Safety in the Café

Thirty-two million Americans have a food allergy. That means on any given day, you’re bound to serve a customer who may have a life-threatening allergy to milk, soy, nuts, gluten, or other standard fare…
by Caitlin Carter | July 16, 2019

Federal Appeals Court Rules on Bikini Baristas

Last week, the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals overturned a lower court ruling that blocked the city of Everett, Washington, from enforcing a certain dress code at “bikini barista” businesses.
by Fresh Cup Staff | July 10, 2019

Topeka Gets Tipsy

Following the philosophy that life is all about balance, business owners in Topeka, Kansas, are celebrating their grand opening of The Tipsy Carrot, the city’s first coffee/juice/ice cream bar.
by Fresh Cup Staff | July 10, 2019

Oregon Landmark Café Lost in Fire

For many Oregonians, a trip to the state’s picturesque coastline was not complete without a stop at the Otis Café for a cup of coffee or slice of fresh-baked black bread.
by Fresh Cup Staff | July 10, 2019

Spot Coffee Under Scrutiny for Alleged Union Busting

Philip Kneitinger and Phoenix Cerny, two former employees of Spot Coffee in Buffalo, New York, allege that they were fired from the local chain for trying to unionize.
by Fresh Cup Staff | July 9, 2019

Keurig Lawsuit Over Recycling Pod Claim Moves Forward

A putative class action suit was brought against Keurig Green Mountain alleging that the company’s “recyclable” single-serve plastic pods were mislabeled and are not in fact recyclable due to their size, composition, and lack…
by Fresh Cup Staff | July 2, 2019

The Barista League Heads to L.A.

Following events in Sweden and Croatia earlier this year, the competition for baristas, by baristas, is heading to Los Angeles for its first and only U.S. appearance in 2019.
by Fresh Cup Staff | July 2, 2019