Here’s a fun look at life behind the Starbucks counter as wine writer Natalie Maclean recalls her time as a barista-in-training. Prior to in-store training baristas are schooled in corporate history and the art of coffee tasting and roasting. Then they get to wrestle with the espresso machine and milk frother. The uniform is black on black, green apron. no nailpolish or perfume allowed. Baristas are a part of the total experience of that luxury cup of coffee. (via Medley)