I still remember the first time I stumbled upon a review of the bonavita connoisseur. As a specialty coffee buyer and roaster, I’ve had my […]
A Guide to Making Traditional Turkish Coffee at Home
As I sit here, surrounded by the trappings of my beloved hobby – urban sketching in historic cafes – I am reminded of the countless […]
A Traveler’s Guide to Hand Grinders
I still remember the first time I took my vintage coffee grinder on a camping trip – it was a game-changer. As a coffee equipment […]
A Report on How Coffee Fueled the American Revolution
As I sit in this quaint, historic café, surrounded by the whispers of the past, I often wonder about the intimate connection between coffee and […]
Blade Grinder Vs. Burr Grinder: a Technician’s Explanation
I still remember the day I first encountered the blade grinder vs burr grinder debate. As a young technician, I was tasked with repairing a […]
A Teardown: How an Automatic Drip Coffee Machine Works
I still remember the first time I took apart an automatic drip coffee machine to see how it actually worked. The mystique surrounding these machines […]
A Review of the Technivorm Moccamaster: the Best Automatic Brewer?
I still remember the first time I stumbled upon a review of the technivorm moccamaster – it was like finding a hidden gem in the […]
An Explainer: What Is an Sca Certified Coffee Maker?
I still remember the first time I encountered an SCA certified coffee maker. I was working as a technician for a high-end Italian espresso machine […]
A Guide on How to Preheat a Manual Espresso Maker
I still remember the first time I competed in the national Barista Championship – my manual espresso maker was my trusty sidekick, and I had […]
A Guide to Parisian Cafe Culture and How to Enjoy It
As I sit here in a charming Parisian cafe, surrounded by the soft murmur of conversation and the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee, I […]