| Upcoming Music | Friday 9/3 (8PM)
Saludos Compay
Latin Jazz & Rhumba
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Poets Open Mic
Co-Sponsored with the Town of Carrboro, this open format reading takes place in the Side Room.
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Carrboro Coffee Roasters & Open Eye Cafe featured on WRAL's Tarheel Traveler, with Host Scott Mason
You can find the segment here:
http://www.wral.com/lifestyles/travel/video/7850284/
WCHL's Jeremy Salemson Sits Down With Scott Conary, Co-Owner of Open Eye Cafe & Carrboro Coffee Roasters to chat about coffee,its international impact & how important your cup of coffee can be to people in your community and around the world.
The entire interview can be heard here : http://www.wchl1360.com/mp3/archives/371/TB_071710.mp3
Scott Conary, co-owner of Open Eye Cafe will be a Head Judge at the World Barista Championship Competition, held in London, England, from June 23 to 25
The Open Eye Cafe will stream the Competiton live for the public, in the Side Room; to watch Scott and the other International judges taste and evaluate the finest espresso based drinks from around the world!
Mr. Conary is a World Barista Certified Judge for Regional, National and World Barista competitions, having passed multi-day certification procedures and testing.
Mr. Conary is the current Chair of the Specialty Coffee Association of Americas (SCAA) U.S. Barista Competition Committee, as well as an SCAA Accredited Instructor in Espresso technique, Coffee Cupping & Sensory Evaluation. He is currently on the WBC Training Committee, responsible for training judges at National Competitions around the world.
With the time difference, the hours of the competition are from 1am - 11am EST
Scott Conary, Owner of Open Eye Cafe & Carrboro Coffee Roastery, will travel to Honduras to Judge the countrys finest coffee thru the Cup of Excellence Program.
An International Coffee Judge, Trainer & Cupper, Scott has been invited to travel to Marcala, Honduras from Carrboro, NC to take part in the evaluation of the countrys finest coffees, thru the Cup of Excellence Program, to be held May 17-21, 2010.
The Cup of Excellence Program is unparalleled in its ability to highlight the best coffee a country has to offer, and represents the 5 major coffee growing regions of Honduras. It is an honor to have been asked to help with this important task of promoting the best coffees Honduras produces, and allowing the world to see their value…a value that in turn supports the farmers that grew these amazing coffees, Mr. Conary states.
Mr. Conary purchased 2 lots of the 2009 Cup of Excellence from Honduras, and considers this a fantastic way to not only promote transparency in the buying chain, but also a way to develop relationships with the growers in a more direct manner. The Cup of Excellence is the most esteemed award given out for top coffees, derived from a strict competition that selects the very best coffee produced in that country, for that particular year.
These winning coffees are chosen by a select group of national and international cuppers. The Cup of Excellence program builds the bridge between the high quality farmer, the high quality trade and eventually the consumer who finds coffees he truly loves and at the same time knows that the farmer has been well compensated & supported.
http://www.cupofexcellence.org/WhatisCOE/Introduction/tabid/147/Default.aspx
Open Eye Cafe Owner, Scott Conary, World Barista Certified Judge, will Judge at the 2010 Honduras National Barista Championship In San Pedro Sula, May 5-7th.
Featuring the Countries most talented Barista's who are competing to be the Honduras National Champion and represent their Country at the World Barista Championship (WBC), held in London, UK in June.
Open Eye Café Owner, Scott Conary, Chair of the SCAA USBC-HJ Committee, acted as Head Judge at the
2010 U.S. Barista Championship In Anaheim, April 15-18th.
The United Stated Barista Competition; held in conjuntion with the SCAA Annual Convention in Anaheim, CA; Featured some of the Countries most talented Barista's who competed to be the National Champion and represent the U.S. at the World Barista Championship (WBC), held in London, UK in June.
www.usbaristachampionship.org & www.worldbaristachampionship.com
Scott Conary, Co-Owner of Open Eye Café & Carrboro Coffee Roastery, traveled to Honduras to train Baristas in the San Pedro Sula Headquarters of IHCAFE ( Honduran Coffee Association)
International barista judge and trainer Scott Conary travelled to San Pedro Sula, Honduras from Carrboro, NC to continue his training of baristas there & aid them in training for the 2nd Honduras National Barista Championship, to be held May 3-5, 2010.
This was only one segment of the work Mr. Conary accomplished in his week long journey thru the coffee growing regions of Honduras. “Part of my trip was dedicated to renewing relationships with farms and growers we have worked with in the past, including the farmers of the Cup of Excellence coffees we carry, and also to look to creating new direct relationships with other growers of phenomenal coffees.”
Scott Conary Invited to Speak and Demo at Coffee Fest in Santa Rosa de Copan, Honduras
From March 25 thru the 28th, Scott Conary was involved in the 2010 CoffeeFest in Santa Rosa de Copan, Honduras. Here, scott took part in training & demonstrations of & for Baristas, including meeting the newly elected President of the country and making him, fellow officials, and then the crowd, espresso & cappuccino's!
A lot of great coffee's were sampled and a whole lot of fun was had!
Open Eye Café Owner, Scott Conary, to Train judges & act as Head Judge at the
Inaugural United Arab Emirates Barista Championship In Dubai. November 10-12th, 2009
The Specialty Coffee & Tea Convention November 10 - 12, 2009 | Dubai, UAE.
This exciting new exhibition, the three-day convention, will feature the 1st UAE Barista Championship and well-targeted
educational sessions to help participants in the Arab region and beyond.
Join us at the Open Eye Café on 10/30 for a MASQUARADE BALL! 7:00 p.m.
Benefiting the Triangle Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic.
Tickets at the door - $35.00.
Music * Dance demos / lessons * food * bar
For more event details go to : www.trianglewildlife.org
Open Eye Cafe supports the UNC Commuter Alternatives Program (CAP)
Open Eye is happy to help sponsor this program, that gives incentives to folks who find alternate means of commuting and transportation, such as walking, bus, bicycle, carpool, etc.
For more info, see the UNC-CAP website: http://www.dps.unc.edu/transit/gettingtowork/CAP/cap.cfm
Poets Open Mic Night
Open Eye Café and Carrboro Recreation & Parks bring back their monthly Poets Open Mic Night on the first Tuesday of every month from 7:00 to 9:00pm.
This event is staged to provide the venue for people to celebrate, to share, and to encourage the writing, reading, and listening of poetry.
Open Eye Cafe continues to support our local community, this time thru radio!
We are now underwriting WCOMs Soundtrack Central show!
Check out the eclectic mix of music from the movies every Saturday evening from 6 to 7 pm with Lisa Marie on WCOM.
WCOM 103.5 is Carrboro and Chapel Hill's very own radio station located in downtown Carrboro.
Tune to 103.5 FM to hear Soundtrack Central and many other locally produced shows and local music.
Open Eye is proud to help support WCOM in their efforts promote local talent.
For more information please go to www.wcomfm.org.
Open Eye Music Series
This summer at the Open Eye Cafe in Carrboro there will be a series of seven concerts, all featuring local acts from the Carrboro and
surrounding area. The series starts in June, and will run every other Saturday through August.
All money raised will go to benefit the Eastern Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
The Lineup is as follows:
June:
6th Jeff Crawford
20th The Whiskey Smugglers
July:
4th Slingshot Cash
18th Luego
August:
1st Tomahawks
15th Puritan Rodeo
29th Mandolin Orange
All shows on the Back Patio at 8pm (weather permitting - otherwise we move indoors & the show goes on!), and there is a $5 suggested donation.
Please come help support our cause, and please invite EVERYONE you know!!!
Local Coffee Roastery Owner / Head Judge interviewed on CNN for 2009 World Barista Competition
Carrboro/Chapel Hill, NC - Local World Barista Certified (WBC)
coffee professional Scott Conary served as Head Judge at the World Competition on 4/16-19, at the World Congress Center in
Atlanta, GA, during the Specialty Coffee Association of America's (SCAA) Annual Convention; the largest gathering of coffee
professionals in the U.S.
CNN video can be found here.
Scott certified to judge by having passed the intense 2 day certification course. Scott is one of only 7 judges from the U.S.
to have passed the certification class, and the only judge from NC.
Scott has lived in Carrboro/Chapel Hill since 1995, and has made it his mission to the community he lives in, and the coffee community
at large, in his work to marry quality with sustainability by creating "Carrboro's Living Room" in the Open Eye Café;
and by sourcing & roasting the best quality coffee the world has to offer, as Carrboro Coffee Roasters.
Scott has been active in judging these coffee competitions since 2003 where he judged the first Southeast Regional Competition that
took place in Southern Season's cooking classroom in Chapel Hill.
Scott has been a WBC judge for the last three years: Berne, Switzerland in 2007; Tokyo, Japan in 2008 where he served as a Head Judge;
and Copenhagen, Denmark in 2008; making this years Championship in Atlanta his 4th.
He has also served as a Judge for the Guatemalan, Canadian & Honduran National Barista Competitions in 2007 & 2008, as
well as being a current member of the SCAA United Stated Barista Competition (USBC) Committee & Judges Certification Committee.
All Barista competitions worldwide reward demonstrated excellence in the art and skill of preparing and serving espresso. Entrants must
make 12 beverages, including four espressos, four cappuccinos and four original signature drinks of their own creation, within 15 minutes
in front of a panel of accomplished & certified industry judges. Competitors are based on taste, beverage presentation, technical skills,
coffee knowledge and passion, and overall impression.
WBC info: http://www.worldbaristachampionship.com/
Back Patio Now Open !!!
Come enjoy the new outdoor space provided for the community by the Open Eye Café.
The Patio is open during normal Cafe business hours. It is located out "back" along Roberson street
(entrance from inside the Cafe only). Simply follow the hallway (and signs) as it curves to the left.
The Open Eye Café & Carrboro Coffee Company Present: The Learning Series Coffee Classes & More at
Open Eye Café
Every 3rd Thursday of the month @ 7pm
An Hour or so of Facts & Fun!
Starting Thursday, September 25th with Coffee tasting 101
Open to Our Community, Free of Charge
Topics will cycle thru the months with offerings such as:
- Coffee Tasting 101
- Coffee Equipment & Home Use
- Coffee Cupping
- Espresso 101 at Home & in the Café*
- Tea Tasting 101
Please RSVP to coffeescott@gmail.com as space is limited.
The Open Eye Café presents the 2009-2010
Season of Community Films
thru the PBS Program, ITVS - the co-presenter of Independent Lens.
From September to May, Community Cinema connects
communities with relevant organizations, resources and opportunities to get involved in some of today's
key social issues, often followed by lively discussions or activities.
Community Cinema, a free monthly screening series, is offered in over 50 cities throughout the U.S. - and Open Eye Café brings
these amazing films
to you, shown in the Side Room - every 2nd Thursday of the month at 7pm.
http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/getinvolved/
Now featuring sandwiches made by Neal's Deli exclusively for Open Eye Café !!
Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday, featuring Local products.
Honduran National Barista Champion Trained at Carrboro Coffee Company & Caffe Driade to prepare for World Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark & Finishes 15th in the World!
Ana Lucía Lardizábal de Hawit, The Honduran Barista Champion, visited Chapel Hill & Carrboro for a week in May to train with International Barista Judge & Trainer Scott Conary. Mr. Conary is the owner of Caffe Driade & Carrboro Coffee Company; Chapel Hill/Carrboro's only Coffee Roaster. Mrs. Hawit went on to place a phenominal 15th overall in this World Competition that included 51 other countries representing (more than are represented in World Cup Soccer!). She also had the honor of being the highest placing representative of all Central American Countries despite this being Honduras's first attempt at competing on the World stage. We congratulate this true Champion and look forward to seeing her compete again.
Serving coffee, roasted daily, from Chapel Hill/ Carrboro's only artisan roaster - Carrboro Coffee Company !
Small batches, roasted fresh every day on site, ensure you get only the freshest, most cared for coffee around. Roasted in Carrboro! It doesn't get more local!
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New Offering : Kelley G Cupcakes! Organic & Vegan selections!
Designed and baked locally, Kelley G Cupcakes are the perfect sweet indulgence for enjoying on the run, taking time to savor or sharing with family & friends. Every cupcake is baked localy in small batches using all natural & organic ingredients to ensure superior quality and flavor. A range of flavor combinations will be available, currently on weekends only, so get yours quick!
Open Eye Café Owner
Represents the U.S. as Head Judge at the
World Barista Competition in Tokyo, Japan.
"An amazing multicultural gathering of the most talented & passionate professionals in the coffee industry..."
[Carrboro] - Scott Conary, co-owner of Open Eye Cafe & the Carrboro Coffee Company (Chapel Hill & Carrboro's only coffee roasting
company), was chosen as Head Judge for this World Competition after having served as Sensory & Technical Judge at last years competition
in Berne, Switzerland.
Mr. Conary is a certified judge for Regional, National and World Barista competitions, having passed multi-day certification procedures
and testing. Mr. Conary is a current member of the SCAA's U.S. Barista Competition Committee, as well as an SCAA Certified Instructor
in Espresso technique, Coffee Cupping & Sensory Evaluation.
"This year over 45 countries sent their National Barista Champions to compete for the 'Worlds-Best' spot. The level of passion and
technical ability was the highest we have seen yet. It was truly inspiring to be surrounded by so many focused, culinary professionals
whose main interest is in raising the level of quality and awareness in the coffee industry", stated Mr. Conary.
The World Barista Competition (WBC) encourages and recognizes professional achievement in the art and skill of espresso preparation
and service. WBC competitors must prepare and serve 12 coffee beverages, including four espressos, four cappuccinos and four original
signature drinks of their own creation within a 15 minute timeframe. The judges evaluated the entrants on station cleanliness, taste,
beverage presentation, technical skills and total impression.
Open Eye Café Owner
Works with Honduran Coffee Association
(IHCAFE), to help implement quality control & sustainability.
"The 16 day program allowed an overview of the entire spectrum of the Coffee industry in Honduras..."
[Carrboro] - Scott Conary, co-owner of Open Eye Café & the Carrboro Coffee Company (Chapel Hill & Carrboro's only coffee roasting company), has recently finished a volunteer trip to Honduras to aid & work with the Honduran Coffee Association (IHCAFE). The goals of the project were many, and include increasing coffee producer (farmer) coffee quality knowledge, to give them a bargaining position when talking price and quality; instruction in technique and knowledge in coffee roasting, brewing and espresso extraction at the producing and retail level, as well as marketing. Finally, the hope was to get a comprehensive overview of the entire coffee industry in Honduras and create programs for future work to be done to further coffee quality and sustainability.
Click here to see the Article from the Carrboro Citizen
Open Eye Cafe Gift Cards / Customer accounts
These re-chargable cards are linked to an account so that they can be used over and over and speed up transactions... never fear that you forgot to bring cash!
They can be setup as generic gift cards or for a specific person, for any amount (minimum $5). In order to re-charge the account, customer contact info will be needed, but not shared outside the Cafe.
Merge Records in Durham, NC has been kind enough to donate to Open Eye Café select music from the Merge label!
Check out their website for more info and be sure to buy direct from this great local label.
More Info
Introducing the Open Eye Café Cycling Jersey!
Coffee and Cycling have gone hand-in-hand for decades. So, open your eyes to a new world of great tasting coffee and the Open Eye Café. We teamed up with Bike Nashbar to create this exclusive Open Eye Café Jersey from Voler. Crafted from technical 100% polyester that wicks moisture away from the body leaving you dry and comfortable. Three rear pockets for cycling essentials, nutritional supplements and cell phone. Raglan sleeve design for a free range of movement with elasticized arm cuffs and waist hem for an exact fit. 18-inch hidden front zipper for enhanced ventilation. Sizes: S (35-37), M (38-40), L (40-42), XL (42-44) -- $60.00.
Order yours today!
New Extended Hours!
Visit us during our new late night hours...
We are now open til 11pm Sunday thru Thursday and til Midnight on Friday & Saturday nights!
Free Wireless Internet!
Yes, the Eye has gone wireless. Bring in your wireless-ready computer and jump on (or open to tocwireless.net ).
Indoors and outdoors!
The Open Eye Café Celebrates 7 years of Quality Driven Service and the Opening of its New Location!
Come join us on Saturday, September 24th as we open the doors on our new space at 7am!
Right next door at 101 South Greensboro street (the old Scott Rent-Alls Building).
More Info.
Lena Abed from Open Eye Cafe takes 2nd place overall at the Third Annual Southeastern Barista Championships !
The Third Annual Southeastern Regional Barista Championships was held at The Playmakers Repertory Theatre on UNC Campus this past weekend, September 9th thru the 11th . Competitors from 10 Southeastern states (including 2 Open Eye Cafe employees) competed with 24 other Baristi in this Regional competition.
The competition tested the Barista's overall skill, technical & coffee knowledge, and their drink making ability, by extremely strict criteria. It also requires the Baristi to perform under pressure and still dazzle the judges with their personality & passion, all while under the clock! 12 expertly made drinks in 15 minutes served with flair & panache makes for a great spectator sport!
Just another way Open Eye Cafe proves it's dedication and ability in the Specialty Coffee world.
Check out our new coffee offerings and buy some whole bean to use at home or in the office!
We have a great new bunch of Certified Organic and Fair Trade Coffees from Peru, Costa Rica & Mexico that are truly distinct & fabulous cups! Swing by and try some today!
Fun with Open Eye Café Tattoos:
Go if You Dare
Open Eye Cafe Owner takes 2nd place overall at the inaugural 2004 Southeastern Barista Championships at A Southern Season !
On January 25th Beth Justus, Owner of The Open Eye Cafe, competed with 23 other Baristi from the Southeast, and took 2nd place overall! Brian Rice and Robin Anderson, both from Caffe Driade, finished closely in 4th & 5th place overall,respectively. This was the first ever regional Barista Championship outside of the Northwest, and tested the Barista's overall skill, technical & coffee knowledge, and their drink making ability, by extremely strict criteria.
More Info
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Open Eye Café receives the Prestigious TOPS Award
Open Eye Café receives the Prestigious TOPS Award from the Specialty
Coffee Association of America. From the SCAA: "[The TOPS award] recognizes specialty coffee retailers that are committed to differentiating themselves through excellence."
SCAA TOPS Award
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Artist George Pratt has spent some quality time at Eye. His observations have come to life in a series of cool drawings.
George Pratt Drawings
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Lacey Lambe
Mixed Media. I am a local artist, mother, and wife. I work and live in a tiny brick home at the tippy top of a steep hill.
My love for art grew as a child. I studied with the amazingly amazing Clyde Fowler at NCSA. I have always cherished Children's books and my work has come from this love.
Lately, I have been exploring many mediums and filling my house with drawings of Siamese twins and snails. My work can be describes as whimsical and sweet and has evolved so much in a years time.
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