Coffee Cafe

It's the first week of the 2-week "Taste the Difference Coffee Challenge". Jason and Myles are doing the REVERSE challenge and breaking their own rules (going to national chains for coffee vs independent coffee shops). How are these two brave dads handling it? Myles talks about his kids sleeping positions. Jason's son doesn't get any sleep, leaving him speaking in grunts!! And we discuss how Starbucks differs from independent coffee shops (hint: it's extremely different!). Join us for a Blonde and Pikes Place at Starbucks!

SHOW NOTESStarbucks ADDRESS: 10965 Ventura Blvd, Studio City HOURS: Mon-Thurs 4AM -10PM – Sat & Sun 3:30AM – 10:30PM WEBSITE

Magic can happen when you pair the right two things together: Strawberries and chocolate; Wine and cheese; Milk and cookies. Olive and Thyme seems to make magic happen every day. But what kind of special powers does their coffee have? Myles talks about his son's imaginary "brain damage". Jason's dog has a Wile E. Coyote moment. Plus, our special guest, Laura Brown (the ultimate and famous Starbucks fan), is here to lead the charge on our upcoming "Taste the Difference Coffee Challenge". Join us for the start of the Challenge and a cup of coffee at Olive and Thyme!

SHOW NOTESOlive and Thyme ADDRESS: 3821 Riverside Drive, Toluca Lake/Burbank HOURS: Mon-Fri 8AM -4PM – Dinner 5PM – 9PM / Sat 9AM – 4PM – Sunday Closed WEBSITE

Deep in the heart of the jungle, it's hard to avoid the shakes, especially when they're made from coffee. And these shakes are nothing like what you've tried before. Myles shares his thrilling story of what happens when his 5-year-old swallows a penny. And Jason watches his son use his money in a far more pleasant way! Join us in the jungle for a couple of coffee shakes.

SHOW NOTES Acai Jungle Cafe ADDRESS: 326 N Victory, Burbank HOURS: Mon-Fri 9AM -8PM / Sat & Sun 9AM – 7PM WEBSITE

Adding lavender or coconut to coffee can be a recipe for disaster or a genius creation. On what side did Sotta's specialty drinks land? Myles loses in hide-and-seek with his 3-year-old son. Jason's son gives a new perspective to the days of the week. Join us for some highly creative discussions over a cup of equally creative coffees!

SHOW NOTES Sotta Mediterranean Kitchen & Coffee Bar ADDRESS: 2009 W Alameda, Burbank HOURS: Mon-Sun 8AM -10PM WEBSITE

Walk into the Cahuenga General Store, and you're transported to the old West (the nice part of town!). Order a cup of coffee and it may not be what you expect. Myles fails and succeeds in his "Tour de France" experiment. Jason and his son visit the planet Mustafar in Star Wars (really--we were there!). Join us and the Force will be with you... or maybe some gold!

SHOW NOTES Cahuenga General Store ADDRESS: 5510 Cahuenga Blvd, North Hollywood HOURS: Mon-Fri 9AM -7PM / Sat 10AM -3PM / Sun Closed WEBSITE

There's a reason coffee lovers call Alanna a "bad-ass barista" - it's the passion and art she brings to coffee. But does it taste as good as her very creative menu sounds? Myles asks Jason for tips on getting his kids to love The Tour de France. And we both talk about our camping trip with the kids, as well as the upcoming Starbucks challenge. Join us as we chat and rate some bad-ass coffee!

SHOW NOTES Coffee Source ADDRESS: 11400 Ventura Blvd., Studio City HOURS: Mon - Sat 7AM -4PM / Sun 9AM -1PM WEBSITE

We are camping with the kids! But did you know, you can enjoy barista style coffee in the boonies? To show us just how easy it is, our friend and coffee expert, Chris Clark from Groundwork Coffee, joins us at our campsite. He also gives us an inside look at what it takes to make great coffee every day. Listen for some great brewing tips, styles and ideas on this special edition. We guarantee the kids will find a way onto the show!

SHOW NOTES Groundwork Coffee Co. ADDRESS: 5457 Cleon Ave.,North Hollywood WEBSITE

What happens when an Italian visiting LA looks for authentic home style food? They open a restaurant and bring their coffee too. But is that a good thing? Myles relives his Hawaiian vacation with his kids. Jason relives his son's first prank. Join us for some laughs and a cup of dark roasted Italian coffee.

SHOW NOTES Novo Cafe ADDRESS: 3900 W Riverside Dr., Burbank HOURS: Mon-Wed 8AM -9PM / Thurs & Fri 8AM – 9:30PM / Sat 9AM – 9:30PM / Sunday CLOSED WEBSITE

On this special edition of the podcast, we answer our listeners' questions before Myles leaves on his Hawaiian vacation. Plus, we interview Jason's son as a potential podcast host replacement, just in case Myles doesn't return. He's young but demonstrates a lot of potential! Join us!

We reached Burbank's "mothership" of pastries, lunch and coffee - PORTO'S! Myles continues to develop ideas to get Jason's son to watch the World Cup. Jason develops an ulcer when he discovers his son has no rhythm! Join us for coffee, pastries and to find out if we agree with what Yelp called "the number one place to eat in the country"!

SHOW NOTES Porto's Bakery and Cafe ADDRESS: 3614 West Magnolia Blvd, Burbank HOURS: Mon-Thurs 6:30AM -8:30PM / Fri & Sat 6:30AM – 9PM / Sunday 7AM – 7PM WEBSITE