I still remember the first time I tried applying a screen protector to my phone – it was a disaster. The air bubbles, the misalignment, […]
Why Every Action Movie Looks the Same: the Science of Teal and Orange
As I sit in my favorite Viennese coffeehouse, surrounded by the warm glow of teal and orange hues, I am reminded of the often-overcomplicated design […]
Better Than Coffee: How a Daily Cacao Ritual Can Open Your Heart
I still remember the first time I attended a Cacao Ceremony – the smell of rich, dark chocolate filled the air, and the sound of […]
The First Step: How to Do a Blooming Pour for Pour-over Correctly
I still remember the first time I mastered the blooming pour for pour-over – it was like a revelation, a moment of pure coffee nirvana. […]
A Beginner’s Guide to What Is a Turkish Coffee Reading?
As I sit in this quaint, historic café, surrounded by the whispers of the past, I am reminded of the mystique that often shrouds what […]
A History of the History of the Ibrik (cezve)
As I sit in my favorite, worn armchair, surrounded by the comforting aromas of old books and freshly brewed coffee, I am reminded of the […]
An Explainer: What Is a Tamping Mat and Do You Need One?
I still remember the first time I saw a tamping mat being used in a coffee shop. The barista carefully placed the portafilter on the […]
A Review of the Best Airtight Containers for Coffee Storage
I still remember the day I realized that storing coffee in airtight containers was not just about keeping it fresh, but about preserving the story […]
An Explainer: What Is Acidity in Coffee? (and Why It’s Good)
I still remember the first time I tasted a perfectly balanced cup of coffee – it was like a symphony of flavors, with the acidity […]
A Food Scientist’s Tips on How to Prevent Ice Crystals in Homemade Ice Cream
As I stood in my Parisian patisserie, gazing at a batch of homemade ice cream that had frozen into an icy, crystalline mess, I couldn’t […]