I still remember the day I discovered Drill Free Curtain Rods – it was like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders. I had […]
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 […]
Hot, Cold, Repeat: the Energizing Benefits of Contrast Showers
I’m so tired of the gimmicks surrounding Contrast Showers. Every self-proclaimed wellness guru seems to be peddling their own version of this ancient practice, loading […]
Stop Helping Me: the Psychology Behind Why We Hate Unsolicited Advice
As I sit in my favorite Viennese coffee house, surrounded by the whispers of centuries past, I am reminded of the delicate dance between Solicited […]
Save Your Family History: How to Digitize Old Photos at Home (high Quality)
As I sat amidst my collection of vintage espresso machines, I stumbled upon an old, faded photo of my grandmother in her coffee shop. It […]
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 […]
A Look at the Favorite Coffee of Famous Writers and Artists
As I sit in my favorite, worn armchair, surrounded by stacks of dusty books and the faint scent of old coffee, I find myself pondering […]