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Frequently Asked Questions

1. QUESTION:
   What is the best coffee shop in Seattle, WA for taste?
   In your opinion, give me the name of the best coffee you have ever tried from a coffee shop in Seattle.

   • ANSWER:
     I'm from Seattle and I'm certainly no coffee connoisseur. I go to Tully's coffee sometimes when I am desperate for something to keep me awake.

     I did have a really good rice milk mocha at a place near Pike place market, but I can't remember what it's called.

2. QUESTION:
   where do i find jamaican coffee?
   a friend told me jamaican coffee is sweet and i'm interested in trying it....any ideas? thanks!

   • ANSWER:
     yes buy some tully's KOna coffee. It delicious and has a nice sweet crisp taste

3. QUESTION:
   What is there to do in Seattle or surronding area?
   I like to go to coffee shops. I like art. I like to paint and draw. I love being outside. I like animals. I like people. I like anything unique. I love organic and health food. I like markets like farmer markets. I love the rain. There are some of my likes, if you think of anything in Seattle that sounds like I might enjoy it please do tell me about it.
   I'm not really looking for "big attractions" like amusment parks etc. But if you do know any of those let me know I might enjoy those as well.

   • ANSWER:
     Well if you like coffee, welcome to the Pacific Northwest. Seattle is home to Starbucks, and you can take a tour of the facility, and to Tully's, where you can also tour the facility. It is also home to Pike's Place Market, which is quite the attraction, known world-wide for it's "flying fish" which are fish (generally salmon) that are thrown from vendor to vendor to the customer. There is a great aquarium in Seattle, and a very nice Art Museum, though it is closed for renovation. Seattle is also the home to the Experience Music Project, and there is a wonderful tour called Seattle Underground which basically is a tour of the early portions of Seattle that has had the rest of the city built on top of it. Seattle also sports the largest ferry system in the world, so you can take a ferry ride to a number of other places, including Victoria, BC, where you can visit Butchart Gardens. Or, if you have a car, take the ferry across to Bainbridge Island, check out Old Man House (Chief Sealth's (Seattle) home), then cruise the Kitsap Peninsula, drive over the Hood Canal Bridge and work your way in to the Hoh Rain Forest (the only temperate rain forest in North America) amid the Olympic Mountains (about 60 miles from Bainbridge Island). As far as art, here in the Northwest, you will find a lot of nature inspired art, with a lot of emphasis on bears and salmon, and a lot of Northwest Native American art.

4. QUESTION:
   Is there difference in taste in regular and decaf coffee?
   i've been wanting to cut back on caffeine and am considering decaf coffee. i've never tried it and wanted to ask people's opinions on whether they can tell the difference ie. obvious, subtle, or something else.

   i've found a regular, everyday coffee i really like (Tully's House Blend) that isn't bitter or acidic and want to buy the decaf if they taste the same.
   i cannot live without coffee.....

   • ANSWER:
     There is a difference in taste between the two. But depending on your taste buds, it's usually not a hugely noticeable difference. Decaf coffee goes through one of two different processes (Swiss Water Processing or European Processing which uses chemicals). Decaf coffee IS regular coffee, BTW, before processing and processing actually leaves about 1-2% of the caffeine in the bean. Because of this additional step of processing, the coffee looses a *bit* of its original flavor and taste. Again, it really depends on how much you are actually looking for the taste difference. I can actually smell the difference between regular and decaf (before its brewed:)) but that's only because I'm a coffee geek! Why not try half regular and half decaf to start and then you can slowly decrease the decaffeinated coffee. that way it will be more gradual of a change, and you save yourself the potential caffeine withdrawal headaches!

5. QUESTION:
   How many coffee shops are there in Seattle?
   I'm doing research for some students and am trying to find out how many coffee shops, stands, cafes... (Starbucks, Tullys, SBC, independent...) are actually in Seattle. Would really appreciate a source also. Thank you in advance!

   • ANSWER:
     goggle maps list 9,368 - although having lived in Seattle I'd say that is a conservative estimate.

6. QUESTION:
   About Cibo company- Can you explain how does the branding method or startegy shows in this company?
   Also can you explain the difference between starbucks and cibo in terms of any branding methods. Why are they differrent in marketing branding? Well you can also other coffee franchise insteas of starbucks

   • ANSWER:
     Never heard of Cibo. When I Googled it, Italian restaurants kept popping up, so I am unsure of where they fit in relation to Starbucks.

     Another good competitor (at least in Seattle) of Starbucks is Tully's... http://tullys.com/

7. QUESTION:
   What is the equivalent shop of Tesco in America?
   Hello there. I am planning a trip in the USA and I would like to get some information in advance. What are the equivalent shops of
   1)Boots
   2)Tesco
   3)Holland and Barrett
   4)Pret a Manger
   5)Thorntons

   Are there any department stores with luxury food sections like Harrods and Selfbridges? What about coffee shops except of Starbucks?

   Thank you for your help in advance.
   would like to get some suggestions where I can check their websites as well. Thanks again

   • ANSWER:
     I'm an American, and I was curious what the answer to this might be, but since you haven't received any serious answers, I figured I'd do some research and give it a try.

     1). Boots- Walgreens, CVS, or Rite Aid.
     http://www.walgreens.com/
     http://www.cvs.com/
     http://www.riteaid.com/

     2). Tesco- seems like Walmart to me.
     http://walmart.com

     3). Vitamin Shoppe
     http://www.vitaminshoppe.com/

     4). There is no exact US equivalent on a national level to my knowledge, but I wish there was. Sounds great!

     5). Speedway
     http://www.speedway.com/

     Saks Fifth Avenue is a department store with a luxury food selection.
     http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/

     For coffee hops other than Starbucks, we have Caribou, Dunn Brothers, and Tully's Coffee. We also have many independent coffee shops that aren't on a national level that have more character and charm than any chain.

     Hope this was helpful, and I hope you have a good trip!

8. QUESTION:
   Where can I find fresh organic ground espresso near Berkeley CA/ east san francisco bay area?
   shade grown and fair trade are bonuses!
   PS: I dont drink regular/brewed coffee...it has to be espresso. I usually ask local cafes to grind a lb for me to make at home, but ive yet to find any that had organic xept this nasty vegan place...did not taste like coffee at ALL!!!!!!
   thanks much!

   • ANSWER:
     Tully's. On April 4th 18 Bay Area Tully's Coffee locations began using Fair Trade Certified Organic coffees in all of their espresso and decaf espresso drinks.

     Find a store here:
     http://www.tullys.com/storelocator/

9. QUESTION:
   What stocks to buy to profit from coffee price rises?
   I believe the soft commodity coffee is about to embark on a major run up in price.

   I've been burnt by the commodity futures markets before so once bitten twice shy. Rather than go down that path again I would prefer to find coffee related companies that can take advantage of a hike in coffee prices. I suspect companies like Star Bucks and Tully's (and CFPC, JVA) would not do well in such an environment, therefore have come to Yahoo Answers to ask for your kind guidance in finding suitable stocks. Thanks folks.

   • ANSWER:
     save your money....it's too late

10. QUESTION:
    For experienced coffee brewers: How many 8 oz cups of coffee can be brewed from 1lb of ground coffee beans?
    I am sepcifically interested in feedback from anyone who has worked in a coffeehouse such as Starbucks, Tully's, Peet's. Please indicate if you have that experience. Thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      The Starbucks "standard" for brewing coffee is two tablespoons of ground coffee per six fluid ounces of water. Starbucks says that they is 45 cups per 1 lb bag.

      But for even me, that's waaaaay too strong. I use about one tablespoon for two cups.

      So you would like 50 or so cups, depending on the amount you use.

      (And yes, I have worked at the 'bucks

11. QUESTION:
    What kinds of stuff should I put in my coffee?
    I have just recently started to drink coffee and I was wondering what I should put in my coffee. I don't want to put any of the fake Coffee Mate crap into it. What stuff besides Half & Half and sugar? Also, I use a french press (i don't know if that means anything to you, but its some detail). Also, what are some good beans I should use? I live near places like Trader Joe's, Safeway, QFC, Starbucks, tully's,etc...

    • ANSWER:
      Stumptown roast coffee is good
      Cost Plus brand coffee is good
      Trader Joe's Fair Trade French Roast is good

      It is best not to put anything in your coffee

12. QUESTION:
    How can Tully's Coffee gain more market share and make a profit?

    • ANSWER:
      identify target market.
      Advertise.
      Advertise.
      Advertise.

13. QUESTION:
    Why is it that my stomach hates starbucks, tullys, seattles best or any of these cafe mocha?
    Every time I go for the mocha, I suffer mercilessly when i'm at work. What's in that mocha of theirs?
    Even Dilettante is killing me but I so addicted.

    • ANSWER:
      It is the caffeine in all those drinks that is hurting you. Caffeine is notorious for causing stomach complaints and will REALLY cause havoc if you have ulcers. (You might want to get that checked out as stomach pain when drinking coffee is a tell-tale sign of ulcers) Slack way back on your caffeine consumption (even cut it out if you can) or switch to decaf to see if that helps.

14. QUESTION:
    How Tully's Coffee in Seattle WA helps Washington's economy? HELP?!?
    I am doing a economics project in WA state history and I need to know how the company Tully's Coffee helps the economy of WA? Anyone wanna help me out?

    • ANSWER:
      They create and support lot of jobs in the state and in other states too. From the people who work at the plants, to the people who deliver the coffee, to the people who actually brew and serve it.

15. QUESTION:
    How many milligrams of caffeine are in a cup of coffee?
    EXACTLY HOW MANY MILLIGRAMS of caffeine are there in your average cup of joe?

    • ANSWER:
      There are two different types of coffee beans: robusta and arabica. Coffee that you buy in cans (Yuban, Maxwell House, etc) is Robusta. Specialty/Gourmet coffees such as Starbucks, Peets, Tullys, etc are only arabica beans.

      Robusta beans have twice as much caffeine as arabica as they are a larger bean (hence ROBUSTa). Anyway, here's your information...

      It also depends on how it was brewed, how much beans were used during the brewing process for how much water. So, that is why there is a range for the the following.

      7oz of coffee: 80-135 milligrams of caffeine

16. QUESTION:
    What are some fun and adventurous activities to do in Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns and Brisbane?
    I'm visiting for 2 weeks in mid-July and want to have fun. What do you recommend?

    • ANSWER:
      Sydney...climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge ....take the hydrofoil to Manly

      Melbourne...Visit the Fitzroy markets ...coffee at Lygon Street

      Cairns ...Bungee jump at Kurandah ....take a day cruise to the outer reef & go snorkeling ....white water rafting at Tully.

      Brisbane....visit Steve Irwins Australia Zoo ...go to the Gold Coast .....theme parks , sun & surf

17. QUESTION:
    price per pound where can I get the best tasting coffee for my coffee lover in the house?
    Better than Starbucks,tully,or Dunkin Droughts,please help I am loosing it here!!

    • ANSWER:
      I like a brand we have locally called Community the one with Chicory. To me, it is levels above Starbucks.

18. QUESTION:
    Do those coffee shops in Japan sell decaffeinated coffee?
    EXCELSIOR, STARBUCKS, TULLY'S, and DOUTOR??

    Or do you know any other coffee shops where you can drink decaf?

    • ANSWER:
      I found the same question asked and answered in Japanese.
      http://oshiete1.goo.ne.jp/qa2379348.html
      According to the answer, Starbucks seems to have decaf. They call it "day-kah-fay" (decaf) instead of "caffeine-less."

      Decaf coffee ("caffeine-less coffee") has not become popular mainly because people prefer enjoying good taste of full-bodied fully caffeinated coffee. I found Tully's decaf that has received a good review.

      http://www.kanshin.com/keyword/933362

      Japanese coffee is weaker??? Perhaps you mean it contains less caffeine? I don't know, but to me Japanese coffee may not taste as "bitter" as Starbucks or Seattle's Best, but certainly it is much "richer" in flavor.

19. QUESTION:
    What does your community smell like?
    I used to love the smell of roasting coffee when I lived in Germany.

    • ANSWER:
      It smells clean we as a community keep it that way not to big not to small. I smell coffee to from time to time. After all I live in the land of Starbucks, Tully', Seattle's best and even better coffee shops. The smell Microsoft is pretty sweet too. I guess it is better then pig and cow feces.

20. QUESTION:
    Young couple considering moving to Seattle, WA. What parts of the city could help us make up our mind?
    As a young gay couple considering moving to Seattle, WA from Nashville, TN, what are some areas we should visit in Seattle to give us an idea of what the city is all about?

    • ANSWER:
      If you want to live in the city, then I suggest looking at the following neighborhoods. You could make a tour of local coffee houses to get a good idea of the vibe in each neighborhood - but you'd have to search out local shops, not the Starbucks or Tully's in each area:

      Capitol Hill - the traditionally "gay" area of town, but certainly not exclusively so and overall a vibrant neighborhood to live in. Lots of apartments, restaurants, shops etc. Wander down Broadway to get an idea of the vibe.

      Queen Anne - closer to downtown. Lower Queen Anne is more condos and apartments mixed with retail. Upper Queen Anne is more residential with a bit more of an upscale retail area. A bit more of a "family" type place.

      West Seattle - just 15 minutes from downtown but feels like a completely different place. Slightly more affordable than Queen Anne or Cap Hill, Alki beach there is a great place to hang out on a nice summer afternoon.

      Ballard - a former Swedish town that got incorporated into Seattle, there is still a working waterfront here, a bit of scandinavian history and a lot of growth with condos, apartments and retail.

      Green Lake - slightly more "yuppie", lots of people like being near the lake for the running/biking trail around the lake and the sports fields at the south end.

      Fremont - a bit younger, a bit more funky, this would be the "hippie, free thinker" part of town.

      Overall the city is pretty GLBT friendly. Good luck with your visit and your decision!

21. QUESTION:
    Why can't I get an insurance discount after getting my home blessed?
    ... the priest did everything right... he had a bible and sprinkled holy water while saying the magic words?

    What gives?

    • ANSWER:
      You should try it at Tully's next time.

      I heard the blessing, plus , will get you a cup of coffee.

22. QUESTION:
    Do hiring managers call after interviews?
    I had my interview at Tully's coffee recently and I felt it went great. The manager said "I will definitely be calling you" and that I would hear back from them on Tuesday. When I had my interview at starbucks a couple of months ago they hired me during the interview, so I'm kind of worried whether I'll get a call back or not. Is it proper for hiring managers to call you in a few days if they really want to hire you or if they want you do they usually hire you on the spot during the interview?

    • ANSWER:
      Normally if someone told you he'd be calling, he will stick to his word, unless maybe he forgot, got bogged down with too many interviews, or found someone more qualified.
      Wait a few days, then call him back telling him how you are looking foreward to working for the company, and are just following up the interview.

23. QUESTION:
    Should all The Other Wrestlers who were ever Four Horsemen come to The 2012 Hall of Fame Induction?
    BQ-1: Which Wrestlers would you want to see there?

    BQ-2; Which were favorite versions of The Four Horsemen?

    BQ-3: Which versions of The Four Horsemen did you dislike?

    • ANSWER:
      Well they can use this as a way to get Psycho Sid Vicious Justice and Dean Malenko and Ole Anderson in but nobody else really should be associated with the group.

      The greatest 4 Horsemen are:
      Flair
      Arn
      Tully
      JJ Dillion

      and the "tall" guy can be either:
      Barry Windham
      Sid

      The worst 4 Horsemen were clearly the ones that included:
      Paul Roma
      Steve "Mongo" McMichael

      Now if it wasn't for the tag team of Malenko & Benoit well would anybody care about the late 90's version of the Horsemen? I don't think so but it did go out with a bang with "associate" members like Loose Cannon Brian Pillman, Jeff "I wish I was Flair" Jarratt and Curt Henning.

      The greatness the spirit if you will of the FOUR HORSEMEN was more or less based on the movie Wallstreet's main character Gordan Gecko......"GREED IS GOOD". Yeah the movie was made after the original team was formed but that is basically what Flair was......the most arrogant and elitist champion of the world. He did the talking and proved that he was the best but like everything time catches up and the new generation caught him in a trap. And above all else since this was the best of the best it had to have the greatest tag team to ever enter the ring -- Arn Anderson.....let's repeat his name a million times cause he DESERVES it if it wasn't him talking about the greatness of his name well the group probably would not exist cause Ole Anderson is one bitter old man. Tully Blandard is the forgotten one here probably cause he was asked not to return after the Horsemen had a cup of coffee in the WWF but if it was not for him the Brainbusters wouldn't work. Now JJ Dillion was the glue that kept everything together.....the group probably would of fallen apart if not for this man. Flair was great back then but still his drunken rants had to be balanced and JJ Dillion acting as manager or executive financial officer or whatever kept the group grounded.

24. QUESTION:
    What's with these Dunkin' Donuts ads on the side?
    Their coffee sucks. I bought that when it came out because the closet Dunkin' Donuts is 15 miles away and I never go there. Thought I'd give it a try. It's just really bad tasting. Can't imagine anyone would prefer it over anything by Starbucks which is just super bitter. My favorite is Tully's. They are the best coffee. Just super smooth taste and about or a bag, same as Starbucks if you buy it in a supermarket.

    • ANSWER:
      ads on the side of what?

25. QUESTION:
    Quickest answer gets 10 points, should i sleep tonight as i have?
    Should i sleep tonight as i have alot of coursework to do, i don't feel very tired at the moment and thought i could use the time to get catch up on coursework and use the majority to catch up on coursework and feel like ive achieved something this weekend or just sleep?

    So, Sleep or Study?

    Also if i stay up anyone know any very good ways of staying awake and not feeling so tired (sugar foods, cold water on face etc)?

    So, Sleep or Study?

    • ANSWER:
      If your coursework is due tomorrow, I'd guzzle a strong coffee (Peet's, Starbucks, Tully's, etc.), finish what you can.

      However, if it's not all due tomorrow, get about an hour of so worth of work done, then get much-needed sleep.

      *Remember that with the coffee---it may just keep you up all night until your class. I used to use it only for that purpose when I had to cram for a paper I'd irresponsibly put off until the last minute.

      Also, you'll "crash" from the caffeine/sugar high after.

26. QUESTION:
    Do you have Tully's coffee shops where you live?
    I don't really like coffee, but I do like to grab an iced coffee at Tully's sometimes.

    I was just wondering, do you have Tully's coffee where you live, or is it just a Seattle/Portland thing? (I see them all over the place around here)

    • ANSWER:
      Nope. I've never heard of it.

      But I bet you don't have a Hillbilly Hotdogs.

      EDIT: I ordered a box of Fran's chocolate a couple months ago, and I think that's in the Seattle area. Been there before?

27. QUESTION:
    Where is a good place to live if one has low vision and can no longer drive?
    I am 45 yr old, single with Macular Degeneration. IT has progressed to the point where I no longer feel it is safe to a drive a car. I now depend on public transportation or my feet. I also need Voca Rehab since i no longer can preform my prev job duties. Honestly, I am going out my mind where I live now which is Modesto, Ca. Any advice I will appreciate. I have a counselor with Voca REhab here in Calif who is not doing her job and I feel that the rug has been pulled out from underneath me. I have talked to the comm of the blind in New Mexico and they seem to have their act together. I am thinking of moving to Sante Fe for Voca Rehab. Any input I will appreciate.

    • ANSWER:
      Sue,

      The Modesto area surrounding Davis Community Park would be great for you to live in. Moving out of State will cost yo up to ,000, so maybe staying in town would be more helpful. It is close to the following Opthalmologists, Shopping Malls, Grocery Stores, Libraries, and Colleges. The area along Hwy 99, or bounded by Tully Road, W. Biddsmore Ave, McHenry Ave, and Standiford/Sylvan Ave. is great for busing, and walking to all of these places. Good Luck.

      VOCATIONAL REHAB NEAR THIS AREA:

      In Sight Solutions
      (209) 577-0217, 1400 Florida Ave Ste 107, Modesto, CA

      John & Carolyn Dahlgren
      (209) 577-2640, Modesto, CA
      www.blurose.org

      Alcohol & Chemical Brain Boosters Case Management Consumer Resources Crisis Intervention Day Programs Disability ...
      Alcohol & Chemical Brain Boosters Case Management Consumer Resources Crisis Intervention Day Programs Disability Related Domestic Violence Driving Evaluation Education Financial Aid Health Related Housing Agencies Independent Living Legal Services
      http://www.tbi-sci.org/tbird/pdf/tbirdvi_17.pdf

      MODESTO REHAB HOSPITAL (MODESTO, CA) Detailed Hospital Profile
      MODESTO REHAB HOSPITAL detailed profile
      http://www.hospital-data.com/hospitals/MODESTO-REHAB-HOSPITAL-MODESTO.html

      Below is a selection of material from the Social Security Administration (http://www.ssa.gov) about its return-to-work programs for people with disabilities.
      http://www.empowermentzone.com/ssa_rtw.txt

      OPTHALMOLOGISTS NEAR THIS AREA

      Demartini David MD
      1421 Oakdale Rd, Modesto, CA
      (209) 579-8800
      Northern California Laser Center
      Suite 515, 1524 McHenry Avenue, Modesto, CA
      (209) 549-2002
      Modesto Eye Surgery
      400 E Orangeburg Ave # 2, Modesto, CA
      (209) 526-3000
      Lenser Brian a MD
      1400 Florida Ave # 101, Modesto, CA
      (209) 572-8528
      Lin Stephen a MD
      1421 Oakdale Rd # 2, Modesto, CA
      (209) 579-8800
      Winegardner Galen MD
      1011 Sylvan Ave, Modesto, CA
      (209) 550-4780
      McHenry Village Shopping Center:
      1700 McHenry Ave, Modesto, CA
      (209) 523-6473
      Vintage Faire Mall
      3401 Dale Rd # 483, Modesto, CA
      (209) 527-3401
      Tully Manor Shopping Center
      3300 Tully Rd, Modesto, CA
      (209) 524-4714
      Caruso Shopping Center
      1412 Crows Landing Rd, Modesto, CA
      (209) 526-5843
      Trader Joe's
      3250 Dale Rd # E, Modesto, CA
      (209) 491-0445
      Fijian Market & Ninety-Nine Cent Plus Store - 1100 Carver Rd # 2, Modesto, CA
      (209) 578-9704
      O'Brien's Market
      839 W Roseburg Ave, Modesto, CA
      (209) 524-9234
      Rick's Discount Food
      1421 Coffee Rd, Modesto, CA
      (209) 577-9300

      LIBRARIES NEAR THIS AREA:

      Gateway Health Library
      1700 McHenry Ave, Modesto, CA
      (209) 523-0732

      Modesto Library
      1500 I St, Modesto, CA
      (209) 558-7814

      Stanislaus County Law Library
      1101 13th St, Modesto, CA
      (209) 558-7759

      EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES NEAR THIS AREA:

      Modesto Junior College
      435 College Ave, Modesto, CA
      (209) 575-6789
      Modesto Junior College: Telephone Registration
      Modesto, CA
      (209) 549-7000
      Modesto Junior College: East Campus West Campus
      435 College Ave, Modesto, CA
      (209) 575-6550
      Modesto Junior College: Executive Vice Chancellor-Fiscal Services
      Modesto, CA
      (209) 575-6530
      Modesto Junior College: Library Information Services
      Modesto Junior College: Telecourses
      Modesto, CA
      (209) 575-6236
      Modesto, CA
      (209) 575-6868
      Modesto Junior College:
      Trio Educational Talent Search
      Modesto, CA
      (209) 575-6743

28. QUESTION:
    Why are Starbucks and Seattle's Best so popular?
    Their coffee is lousy. For those of us who drink their coffee stright, no cream or sugar, Starbucks and Seattle's Best sucks. It's not smooth at all, and just down right bitter. I guess for those who put tons of stuff in it then it's okay, but for those of us that are lactose intolerant...well, straight up is the only way to go. Besides, I just love the flavor of coffee. Even Kona coffee has gone downhill. Too many people don't know how to roast it and it's lousy now. For some reason, the roasters seem to burn the coffee beans now and I can't figure out why? I do like Starbuck's as a place to go sit and talk, but I just wish they had a decent cup of coffee for us regular/old fashioned cup of coffee people. Geez, even McDonald's coffee is lousy now, at least here in Hawaii, not sure about the mainland.

    • ANSWER:
      They are so popular because they marketed aggressively.
      You are right, it always tasted burned..

      For my money, Dunkin Donuts has the best coffee and then... (cringe) McDonalds.
      However, Starbucks is king in Seattle and Dunkin Donuts has been driven into extincion in this area.
      Being a Bostonian, I load up on DD Coffee every chance I get.

      If you're in the Pac NW, try Tullys.
      Less burned, less attitude and a little cheaper.

29. QUESTION:
    What are the top 10 things to do in Seattle in September? We will only be in town for a long weekend.?
    We like to keep busy while on vacation and try to work in as many things as possible. My wife I only, two year old son will stay home with grandparents.

    • ANSWER:
      Hello,

      Here are my top 10 picks for you. Some of these picks may have an entrance fee or costs associated with them. Below are some event calendars to see if there are any specific events or festivals going on. Keep in mind these places are associated with "Seattle." If you can travel plans include adventure outside of Seattle or the suburbs, let me know so I/someone else can provide further details.

      Top ten (in no particular order):

      1)Visit Seattle Center
      Home to the Space Needle, Pacific Science Center, Experience Music Project, Key Arena, musical fountain, monorail to downtown (if open -- monorail currently closed), Fun Forest (small amusement park for kids), and more.
      http://www.seattlecenter.com/attractions/default.asp

      2)Walk/Run/Rollerblade around Green Lake
      If you're an active person, Green Lake is a mecca for daily exercise. The loop is roughly three miles.
      http://www.seattle.gov/parks/parkspaces/greenlak.htm

      3)Visit the zoo! The Woodland Park Zoo is the city's major zoo.
      http://www.zoo.org

      4)Seattle waterfront
      The waterfront along downtown is home to several souvenir shops, eateries, boat tours, and more. It's where most cruise ship vacation guests go when they get off the ship. The Seattle Aquarium is also located on the waterfront.
      http://www.seattle.gov/tour/water.htm

      5)Downtown Seattle
      Large shopping district and unique places to eat are downtown. You'll also note a Starbucks or Tully's coffee practically on every street corner (along with everywhere else in Seattle). Shopping at Westlake Center is an option, along with visiting some of the historical buildings in the area: Also cool is going to the top of the Columbia Tower, the largest skyscraper on the Western USA coast. At one point, it was the tallest man-made structure built until the Las Vegas Stratosphere was built. Other neat buildings: Smith Tower, Rainier Square, & Pioneer Square neighborhood. Lots of night life, pubs, places to eat, and more.
      http://www.downtownseattle.com/content/visitors/Attractions.cfm

      6)Pike Place Market - Downtown
      Just above the waterfront - home to flying fish and several venders selling unique items. The original Starbucks Coffee is just above the market entrance.
      http://www.pikeplacemarket.org/

      7)Attend a sporting event/Tour the stadiums.
      Tickets may be available for a Seattle Mariners or Seattle Seahawks game. Tours are provide of both Qwest Field (home to the Seattle Seahawks) and Safeco Field (home to the Seattle Mariners).
      http://www.qwestfield.com/ or
      http://seattle.mariners.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/sea/ballpark/safeco_field_tours.jsp

      8)Ballard Locks are a neat place to explore.
      http://www.nws.usace.army.mil/PublicMenu/Menu.cfm?sitename=lwsc&pagename=mainpage

      9)Alki Point/Beach Park - nice waterfront neighborhood and park
      http://www.seattle.gov/parks/parkspaces/alki.htm

      10) Tillicum Village/Blake Island
      http://tillicumvillage.com/
      A fun boat cruise to Blake Island; have to experience the smoke salmon dinner!

      Additional Places:
      http://www.seattle.gov/html/visitor/

      Hope this helps,
      Kevin

30. QUESTION:
    Anyone work at Tully's Restaurant? not the coffee place.?
    I have an interview at Tully's restaurant I was wondering if anyone works there or knows anything about working there. Just tips/facts. thanks!

    • ANSWER:
      Nope I don't work there

31. QUESTION:
    What is the job market like in Portland?
    I graduated with a business finance degree and I work hard in california but I know I will never be able to afford a home here so I want to move to PDX, I heard its like a smaller more mellow version of SF. What is the job market like there? I know housing is substantially cheaper than LA and SF

    • ANSWER:
      My husband and I moved from Portland to Phoenix as soon as he graduated because he didn't want to be working at Tully's Coffee for the rest of his life. The economy in Portland is HORRIBLE! Don't move there unless you get a job first! Not to mention, the housing market there IS cheaper than LA and SF, but not much. We want to move back to Portland but we're waiting for my husband to get a job first, and then we'll still probably have to rent for a year or so to afford a DECENT house. Good luck with your job search, though. It's tough these days.

32. QUESTION:
    who holds the majority of coffee market share in europe?
    i need to do a project on a coffee company based outside of the u.s. (so no tullys, seattles finest, peets, or starbucks) that has a good amount of market share and has a good amount of information available for research. thanks for the help

    • ANSWER:
      I believe it's Lavazza, a Turin, Italy-based company.

      If not Lavazza, it would be Nestle based in Vezey, Switzerland.

      Check out: www.fft.com/toc/D-EU7-16.1-TOC.pdf -

33. QUESTION:
    What are somes fun "How to" projects?
    I have to do a speech video over a How to do something. I can pick anything as long as it's legal... I want something that i can make funny! Any ideas?

    • ANSWER:
      How to make PB & J
      How to wash your hands
      How to Open a door
      How to make breakfast
      How not to do CPR
      How not to get in trouble with the law or How to get in trouble with the law
      How to do prank calls
      How to identify starbucks coffee vs tully's coffee
      How to get something bigger by starting out by trading a pencil (did this once for a school activity. We had a pencil that we traded for a pen, that we traded for a paper fan, that we traded for a CD at starbucks, then we traded the cd for a digital photo frame.)
      How to make an apple pie (then bring the pie to share with the class)
      How to make snow
      How to make organic body lotion out of stuff around the house

34. QUESTION:
    Tullys vs. Starbucks vs. Seattles Best, which is the best ground coffee I should buy for my single cup cone?
    filter? I was looking for a medium (house) type of blend which is easy on the stomach and not too acidic. This would obviously disqualify Peets which is hard on my stomach and very acidic.

    • ANSWER:
      Tully's and Peets are very similar for the most part.
      Tully's sumatra flavor is good though.

      Starbucks and Dunkin' Donuts use the same exact bean from the same exact distributor. So if you can get dunkin' donuts cheaper....by all means.

      Seattles Best is somewhere in the middle of Tully's, Peets, and Starbucks. Its a great middle ground coffee.

      If your talking about those "Keurig" coffee machines. I have one and have done every combination possible.
      Get yourself the reusable metal filter.
      Press your ground coffee into the filter as tight as possible.

      If you can though please grind it yourself and store in a air tight container.

35. QUESTION:
    What is, in your opinion, the 'best' kind of coffee?
    You can name brands (Folgers, Maxwell, etc...) or just types (Kona, Columbian, etc....). I'm just curious.

    Right now mine is Tully's Coffee: Kona blend....it's for the Keurig machine.

    • ANSWER:
      Intelligentsia, Peet's, and Caribou

36. QUESTION:
    Never been to Cairns / Port Douglas before - what do I need to do and see while there?
    Im staying in Port Douglas. Ill be there for 5 days. Want to get the most out of my trip - can anyone suggest some ideas that I shouldn't pass up while Im there?

    Thank you!

    • ANSWER:
      If you're going at this time of the year you'll need to exercise extreme caution in the water because of marine stingers ...be guided by the tour guides.

      Other interesting things to do & see are take a boat trip to see crocs in the wild at the Daintree River , just 20 minutes drive north of the Port & continue on to Cape Tribulation for a look at the amazing rain forests .

      Other options , Bungee jump at Kuranda just north of Cairns, white water raft at Tully , take a drive through the Atherton Tablelands & experience country hospitality at any of the craft /coffee shops along the way ... the amazing lakes in the volcano craters on the tableland are worth the trip.

37. QUESTION:
    Where is a good place to get coffee in Seattle?

    I know its the home of Starbucks... but is that all they have. I can have Starbucks anywhere. I'm going there for the holidays and I need my coffee

    • ANSWER:
      I love Tully's in Seattle. I think is better than Starbucks and Seattel's Best. I had tried all three while I was there, and found Tully's to be my favorite. I always order Non-fat Latte, and that is what I tried in all three. Of course I had tried Starbucks here at home, but just tried out the ones in Seattle to see if there it is any better. Tully's is the winner for me, even it is originated from Oregon. I love their Expresso beans....There are not too many Tully's like Seattle's Best and Starbucks..but just pay attention and you will see one.

38. QUESTION:
    New Yorker considering moving to Seattle. How is the job & cost & living there?
    To make a long story short I'm not happy in New York anymore & Seattle Washington & Portland Oregon are my 2 choices to move to. Any info will be appreciated.

    • ANSWER:
      I used to live in NYC ages ago. I miss the foods. ...I really like it here in Seattle. People are nicer here. They are more friendly, they care more about the environment, and you'll find the pace is more relaxed and clean. I don't have any huge desire to go back east except to visit family and friends. The cost of living is lower of course.

      Generally, any surrounding suburban areas of Seattle will cost you less to rent or own. ...I'm not sure if you are from NYC or upstate. If you are from NYC, then you will see there is no subway system convenience. This may force you to own a car if you don't live in an area with many conveniences. I know it's impractical to be from the Big Apple and be a car owner in most cases. You should be fine finding a job. I recommend to set up a resume and research which companies to apply to, and do it soon just to get some things lined up. A good web-site to check out is NWSource.com. It is everything Seattle, and very resourceful. Be sure to also check out individual company web-sites too.

      I hope you like coffee. This area is passionate about their coffee. I have never seen a tiny little free-standing coffee "hut" drive-thru until I came to the Emerald City and its suburbs. Their coffee is just as good as the big guys. Don't be surprised if your neighborhood has 5 to 15 Starbucks; and that does not include competitors like Tullys, Seattle's Best, and any others around.

      The climate here is misunderstood by most of the country. It can get damp. There is more light rain than downpours. New York may even have more occasional downpours. Just have that light-weight hooded waterproof jacket to be safe. The summers don't get very hot as often as NYC. It's no where as humid too, so that is a big relief. One thing that I am still adjusting to is almost all residential places do not have AC. Yes, no AC, but there is heat...hmmm. Anyway, it does snow, but I don't think it snows as much here compared to NYC. The one kicker in regards to the snow around here is the commute. Be patient, drive carefully, and give yourself plenty of time. For some reason, maybe for environmental reasons, the cities and neighborhoods are not too quick about plowing the roads, and I don't know if they believe in throwing salt on the ground to de-ice the roads...hmmm. I suggest a 4x4 for the winters and maybe live in neighborhoods that are not hilly. Of course, commuting by bus is a great alternative since the bus drivers do all the driving and you get to be on the carpool lane (or as they call it "HOV lane").

      Well, I can't compare Portland to anywhere else for you, since I have not been there yet. Good luck in whatever you choose to do.

39. QUESTION:
    What is the Coffee Capital in the World?

    • ANSWER:
      If you are talking about who produces the most coffee, Brazil wins that prize. Almost a third of all the world's coffee is produced, over 5 million people are employed in the cultivation and harvesting of over 3 billion coffee plants.

      If you are talking about who sells the most coffee, it has to be Seattle. Not only is Seattle the originating city of the largest coffee store Starbuck's (started at Pike Place Market), but also for Tully's Coffee and Seattle's Best Coffee (a.k.a. SBC).

40. QUESTION:
    What are the best things to come out of Seattle?
    What are the best things to come out of Seattle? Like bands, food/drink products, celebrities, monuments, etc

    • ANSWER:
      In no particular order:

      * Microsoft
      * Boeing
      * Costco
      * Nordstrom
      * Starbucks
      * Seattle's Best Coffee
      * Tully's Coffee
      * Amazon.com
      * Zillow.com
      * Expedia.com
      * Weyerhauser
      * T-Mobile
      * Jones Soda
      * Pyramid Beer
      * Redhook Beer
      * Eddie Bauer
      * R.E.I.
      * UPS
      * Pearl Jam
      * Soundgarden
      * Nirvana
      * Alice in Chains
      * Heart
      * Queensryche
      * Glenn Beck
      * Rusty Humphries
      * Colin Cowherd
      * Paul Allen
      * Bill Gates
      * Jimmi Hendrix
      * Rainn Wilson
      * Kenny G
      * Duff McKagen
      * Sir Mix-a-Lot
      * Ted Bundy

41. QUESTION:
    How do I get to Jusco Kanayama? What shops can I find there aside from Tower records?

    • ANSWER:
      Apparently there's a free shuttle bus from Kanayama station North Exit. It has a Tully's Coffee, book shop, Tower Records, and pet shop and pet beauty salon.

      The photo on the linked page also says there's an ABC Mart (shoes), Sports Authority (sports wear), and Aviva PC school.

42. QUESTION:
    Are Keurig coffee machines worth it for people who drink more than one cup of coffee?

    • ANSWER:
      My parents have one of those and they're both coffee addicts. They just buy a huge box of the little Tully's coffee cups from Costco.

43. QUESTION:
    Which Tully's Coffee shop in Downtown Seattle?
    Which Tully's coffee shop in downtown seattle do you frequent?

    • ANSWER:
      The one on 4th
      1401 4th ave- Seattle

44. QUESTION:
    what is the economy like in Seattle,Washington?
    is it easy to get a job there? Like a job to Subway or game stop. and also what is the minimum wage for adults?

    • ANSWER:
      Major companies I know of in the Seattle area are:

      *Microsoft
      *Boeing
      *Starbucks Coffee & Tully's Coffee
      *Alaska Airlines & Horizon Air
      *T-Mobile
      *University of Washington

      Major industries:

      *Marine (recreational boating, commercial fishing, international trading i.e. container ships, cruise ships)
      *Aviation (Both general and commercial, especially float planes)
      *Banking/Financing & Insurance
      *Seafood (supported by commercial fishing industry)

      Of course, there are a bunch more companies and industries in Seattle, but those are the major ones that come to mind when I think of Seattle.

      Minimum wage in Washington state for the year 2012 is .04.

      So, how easy is it to get a job there? That's a very broad question. It depends upon your previous work experience and what fields you are interested in. Overall, the economy has been quite good, even in tough times. Since you are concerned about minimum wage, I take it you probably have little to no work experience or higher education. Yes, there are quite a few Subways in Seattle. Not sure about Game Stop, though. However, there are overwhelming amounts of Starbucks coffee houses in Seattle, so I recommend finding a job at Starbucks. Someone once told me that there are over 250 Starbucks locations within a 5-mile radius of the Space Needle.

      Hope this helps. Welcome to Seattle.

45. QUESTION:
    If you were a cup of hot coffee, would you rather be Tully's or Starbucks.. or?
    I think I'd be Tully's with hazelnut creamer.

    • ANSWER:
      STARBUCKS

46. QUESTION:
    Tully's Coffee... traditional sit down or 'get your own drink' kinda thing?
    Is Tully's Coffee like Starbucks where you order your drink and they give it to you in a paper cup and you have to get it yourself from the cabinet? Or do they serve it to you in a glass mug and bring it to you when you sit down somewhere like a traditional shop?

    • ANSWER:
      Tully's is like Starbucks or Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf. You order at the counter, wait for your drink/pastry and then find a table.

      Hope this helps.

47. QUESTION:
    I'm considering moving to Seattle. What should I know about the city before making my decision?
    (And yes, I know about "Zombie Party" murders)

    Serious answers only. Thank you.
    Answers from current or former Seattle residents only.

    • ANSWER:
      The Seattle area has a nice mix of city/rural, there are a lot of parks and outdoor activities, but if you prefer to be inside, there are always galleries, museums, concerts, dances, theatres, movies and indoor sporting events to attend. There are well maintained trails and bicyclists are abundant. There is an International Film Fest in May, cultural festivals on Memorial Day and Labor Day, and if you've got to get out of town, you can do it by plane, train, auto, taxi, bus, seaplane, hydrofoil, or ferry.

      Seattle celebrates almost every holiday since the population is quite diverse with a large influx of immigrants. Seattle is often on top 10 lists for being livible, healthy, literate, and we're pretty modest about it. There are about a half dozen 4-year universities nearby and probably 20 community colleges.

      It used to smell like cooked green beans on the freeway as we drove past the Rainier Brewery, but now it belongs to Tully's coffee, so the aroma is a little more pungent.

      There are actually fewer gray days and less rain in Seattle than Portland, but I still know 20 different ways to say liquid is falling from the sky.

      And if that isn't enough - there are a bazillion places to go out to eat or drink.

48. QUESTION:
    I have an interview tomorrow @ Tully's and I've never been a barista before, any advice?
    How can I convince them they should give me a try? And if they ask why I want to work there instead of Starbucks (they asked this when I interviewed here a few years ago) what should I say? Because I really don't care I just want to work at either one.....

    • ANSWER:
      U like tullys better

      say there coffees better or better enviroment

      be outgoing

49. QUESTION:
    How many paper cups are thrown away each year in the US?

    • ANSWER:
      According to Rob Martin, the Vice President of Merchandising and Production for Tully’s Coffee, Americans’ consume more than 16 billion paper cups every year.

      In 2006, it is estimated that paper cups accounted for 252 million pounds of garbage resting in landfills. Paper cup use in 2006 also accounted for 4 billion gallons of water wasted, 6.5 million trees cut down, and 4,884 billion BTU’s of energy used.

      A report conducted jointly by the Alliance for Environmental Innovation and Starbucks found that 1.9 billion cups were used by Starbucks in 2000. In 2006, Starbucks reported that this figure had grown to 2.3 billion cups for use at their stores.

      At the University of Washington, a college of roughly 42 thousand students, the Housing and Food Services Department estimates that 5000 paper coffee cups are thrown away every school day.

50. QUESTION:
    What's the best coffee to buy at Tully's?
    Something that's good and gets you through the day & doesn't give you stomach aches.

    • ANSWER:
      A very light version of Cappuchino thank you very much