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Bwynn

Vita Mix verse Blendtec

I am just going to put this out there as is. Anyone have any thoughts on these?

Started by Bwynn

13 Jul. 11, 2008
Reply by Denise Smith
Steve

La Cimbali M39

Has anyone utilized this machine yet? I'm in the market for a new machine and was hoping for some positive feedback....

Started by Steve

6 Jul. 11, 2008
Reply by Steve
Gigi

Finding Great Employees - How? Where?

We are getting ready to open in a few weeks and I'm starting to panic - how and where do I find great employees? Most businesses in my area…

Started by Gigi

7 Jul. 10, 2008
Reply by Loren Anthony
Michael B.

"Double shot in a 12 oz cup with ice, please"

Not quite sure how to charge for this order, but I get it all the time in the summer. The customer then walks over to the fixins bar and ad…

Started by Michael B.

12 Jul. 9, 2008
Reply by Benza Lance
mike  cubbage

who's not paying for coffee

Just what is a fair price for coffee and who is not paying it? I recently read the book "Starbucked" by Taylor Clark. He has some great in…

Started by mike cubbage

1 Jul. 8, 2008
Reply by mike cubbage
ray peck

Putting a price on my business

Last year we genrated $204K. About the same this year so far. Our lease is 7years more (we have been in biz 10) and is currently $705. My n…

Started by ray peck

2 Jul. 7, 2008
Reply by Andi C. Trindle
Spencer

Question: $1 Short Drip Brew at Starbucks....

By now I am sure you have heard about or read about Starbucks new promotion to offer an 8-ounce cup of brewed coffee for $1, with free refi…

Started by Spencer

4 Jul. 6, 2008
Reply by ray peck
Diversity Den Cafe

New Coffee Shop Cafe needing your help

Hi, I have been working for a long period of time to get my coffee shop café open. Due to my theme it has taken some time in regard to the…

Started by Diversity Den Cafe

11 Jul. 5, 2008
Reply by ray peck
Michael B.

Best company to use for credit card processing?

I get bombarded with offers from various companies to use their company to handle credit card payments. I currently use Bank of America but…

Started by Michael B.

4 Jul. 5, 2008
Reply by ray peck
AmandaJ

Is this a good time to purchase an existing coffee business?

I have an opportunity to purchase a coffee business in Eastern, Wa and was curious what other expereinced business owners think. Is this a…

Started by AmandaJ

5 Jul. 5, 2008
Reply by ray peck

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