September 2009
FEATURES
YOUR BOARD ROOM: A clear menu helps decisions get made
by Jennifer L. Hanson and Joanne O'Connell
FAR EAST BARISTA ARMY: Nepali café owner uses coffee to open doors for the next generation
by Matthew Kruchak
LAYING FOUNDATION: Coffee-training programs give you and your staff needed know-how
by Chris Ryan
HELPING THE LITTLE GUY: Shops that aid local entrepreneurs often reap the benefits
by Shawn Matthews
YOU'RE OPENING NOW?!? For some industry entrepreneurs, today's tumultuous economic climate was the right time to launch a startup.
by Dan Leif
DEPARTMENTS
CAFÉ FINANCE: What loyalty program (if any) is best for you?
by Chris Legler
NINE BARS: Finding your dream tamper
by Jason Haeger
ROASTERS REALM: The roast-level conversation
by Nickolas Butler
THE WHOLE LEAF: Tea and cheese—an unlikely marriage
by Jeanette Hurt
