Just being there with all the coffee folks, and the passion abounds. Seattle is my favorite Wa. city in the west. I could go on but I'm already jonesing for the next.

I really like meeting up with other roasters and sampling their spro...I like to compare what they are serving, which is without a doubt their best stuff, and comparing it to my own. I've had some very good epsresso pulled and sampled at DC and Chicago fests...those are the only ones I've been fortunate enough to attend.

Tasting my first Clover cup of Joe.

Tasting my first Vac pot brew.

Meeting folks from Cafe Pronto...SUPER FOLKS!

Checking out the Ambex Roasters.

Watching the barista comps.

Dinning out at some "out of the way" place recommended by the locals...priceless!

One of my favorite things is the Pacific Natural Foods Top Cup Challenge! Its a really fun, laid back event that takes place during the show on Friday and Saturday. Anyone is welcome to sign up for it! Its a great time and you can win cash prizes, up to $600! Let me know if you want an application or you can go to the website and download it there! http://www.pacificfoods.com/foodservice/whats-new-fs/top-cup-challenge

Hopefully we see some of you at the booth!