Daily Archives: March 16, 2010

Love Coffee

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

Image taken on 2006-10-03 22:41:18 by Ahmed Rabea.

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Mignardise: Espresso Ice Cream with Lime Curd and Chocolate “Flan”

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

Image taken on 2007-04-19 21:09:59 by ulterior epicure.

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The Chocolate & Coffee Box: The Ultimate Collection of Tempting Delights for Chocolate and Coffee Lovers, in Two Mouthwatering Volumes

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

A collection of tempting delights for chocolate and coffee lovers in two volumes. “Chocolate” contains over 200 recipes from Aztec hot chocolate to chocolate profiteroles. “Coffee” has over 70 recipes demonstrating the versatility of this ingredient. The Chocolate & Coffee … Continue reading →

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Armeno Coffee Roaster – Papua New Guinea Estate – Coffee Review

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

Coffee Provided by Armeno Coffee Roasters, www.armeno.com More floral than most roasts of Papua New Guinea the sharp acidic bite usually found was still there but muted by a smoky finish. This coffee has a smooth mouth feel and makes … Continue reading →

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Farewell, Emilio Lavazza!

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

Last week marked the end of an era for the world of coffee for Emilio Lavazza, the boss of the Italian coffee giant of the same name, has passed away. Lavazza has long been known in Italy as perhaps the … Continue reading →

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From Bean to Cup: the Battle Between Starbucks and Ethiopian Coffee Farmers

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

Image via Wikipedia Every day in the early hours of the morning, the farmers of the Oromia region head out to the coffee plantations in the Ethiopian highlands for a day’s work. Often walking barefoot for miles to arrive, the … Continue reading →

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Nespresso Ad

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

Latest ad of Nespresso with Clooney This is the long version. Related articles by Zemanta Nespresso CitiZ For Your Coffee Needs (ubergizmo.com) How to Make Espresso at Home (chris.pirillo.com) Here’s George Clooney getting crushed by a piano (tvsquad.com)

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Coffee: Our Daily Cup

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

A fact-filled book on coffee, taking the reader on a journey from coffee’s origins in Africa and Yemen, to its first appearance in Europe via Constantinople. The many forms and flavours of coffee are explored, along with the more practical … Continue reading →

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A Brief Overview of Gourmet Coffee

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

Image by Kingstonist.com via Flickr The word Gourmet is used to refer to the fancier grade, cut, or quality of many of the foods and beverages we consume. Gourmet foods and drinks have long been associated as the regular fare … Continue reading →

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Make Brewing Easy With Espresso Coffee Pods

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

Image by tonx via Flickr For anyone who enjoys coffee and espresso drinks, having to go to your local cafe every time you want to enjoy a quality drink can be cumbersome and expensive. Equally as cumbersome is the process … Continue reading →

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Cafe Nation: Coffee Folklore, Magick, and Divination

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

Coffee is more than the beverage of choice for office-bound commuters and coffeehouse hipsters-it has been used for centuries by mystics of many cultures to heighten the senses, sharpen mental acuity, and promote creative and intuitive thought. This book presents … Continue reading →

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Ca Phe Overload

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

That’s what they call coffee in Vietnam – ca phe. It’s pronounced almost the same (at least to my untrained ears). I spent almost a week in Saigon (now called Ho Chi Minh City) and I have to say that … Continue reading →

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Stop And Inhale The Coffee

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

If you think that you are too busy to even gulp down a shot of espresso to give you that jolt in the morning, think again. This professor from Harvard (whom some have described as nutty) either has no time … Continue reading →

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Aeropress Coffee Brewer: Looks Awful. Works Well

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

A 10 minute video about using the Aeropress medical device uh, coffee brewer. It looks a bit better in HD and a larger video area on youtube. Again, a quick and boring video with no production value, but some decent … Continue reading →

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Bialetti Moka Express 3-Cup Stovetop Percolator

Posted on March 16, 2010 by Ed

Stovetop brewer makes 3 2-ounce cups of espresso in just 4 to 5 minutes Made of durable polished aluminum in a unique octagon shape Flip-up top and side-pour spout provide added convenience Wash by hand with warm soapy water and … Continue reading →

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