Prepare to be Blown Away!

[april004]

Since coffee was mentioned and I am a coffee nazi, I couldn't resist adding to the conversation.

Actually, if any of you ever have a chance to go to Intelligentsia (or Metropolis, Istria Cafe and Asado Cafe!) in Chicago....those baristas are great. Making a latte-, just a decent cup of coffee is an art! It really is. Take it from this coffee snob. That's why I don't go to Starbucks. Crappy coffee. I'd avoid a barista with a barista degree from Starbucks, if it ever were to exist. Lol. That's definately a case when name brand should be avoided!

Now those baristas at Intelligentsia....their job training should definately be awarded some college credit by ACE.

(Side note...at intelligentsia the only flavored syrups they have - Vanilla. THat's it. I was in line once for my coffee. This woman, possibly someone in Chicago on business stopped in. It was obvious she was new to Intelligentsia. She walks up to the counter saying she wanted a skim grande mocha latte with a bit of foam"

The barista looks up at her and points out the door, "Starbucks is that way.")

So if you are ever in Chicago, go to one of the cafes I mentioned and I bet you would agree those philosophy degree holders make the best cup of coffee ever! And yes....making a great cup of coffee should indeed be awarded college credit! When I actually had the courage to ask for a latte instead of regular coffee they made the prettiest design on my foam...6 credits for sure.