Soaring mountains, crystal blue waters, rainforests, and pristine air... Papua New Guinea is a coffee growing oasis on the eastern half of New Guinea island. Situated over 600 islands and located just below the equator and just north of Australia, Papua New Guinea is stunningly diverse with over 825 known languages and distinctly rural with... Continue Reading →
Eat it, spike it, incorporate it, spice it up: ways to get your cold weather coffee fix
Nothing compliments a brisk autumn day like a warm cup of coffee -- it perks you up, warms you up, and can even boost your mood. This season, add some extra flavor to your daily caffeine routine by eating, spiking, incorporating, and spicing-up to your favorite coffee. EAT IT Explore the world of delectable coffee-based foods!... Continue Reading →
Our Northern England & Scotland coffee recommendations
Passionate about coffee? So are we and so are the wonderful roasters we met on our latest trip to Northern England and Scotland. If you live in Northern GB and are looking for a quality, fair-minded roaster with excellent coffee, we strongly recommend the following (listed in alphabetical order, not in order of preference). They... Continue Reading →
Pumpkin spice latte
Love those sugar and spice flavors of the autumn season? Here is an easy way to create a creamy pumpkin spice latte at home. Step 1: Add the following to a small bowl and blend: • 1/2 cup cream • 1/4 cup pumpkin puree • 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar • 1.5 teaspoons cinnamon sugar • ... Continue Reading →
Grapes to cherries, the wine lovers guide to coffee
Coffee, just like wine, has a range of tastes, textures, and acidity levels -- many of which find direct comparisons to our favorite grape-based drink. Today we'll help you use your wine palate to guide you to your perfect cup of coffee. To start, it is important to understand the regional attributes of coffee. Just... Continue Reading →
Coffee profile: Thai Elephant Nature Park coffee
"The elephant can survive only if forests survive." -Mark Shand When you think of coffee, elephants may not be the first thing comes to mind but in a small corner of Northern Thailand's Chiang Mai province, elephants, conservation, and community share a powerful, inspiring bond. Founded with the intent to provide a safe, protected space... Continue Reading →
Toffee coffee recipe!
Sugar and butter and... everything good! If you love the sweet, rich taste of English toffee, this simple toffee coffee recipe is sure to have you smiling. Step 1: Add the following to a 12-ounce mug: 1 tablespoon salted butter OR 1 tablespoon unsalted butter plus salt to taste 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional) 1/8... Continue Reading →
Middle Eastern inspired coffee rubbed lamb
My interpretation of a Middle Eastern dry rub incorporating, of course, coffee! While this recipe was created for lamb it would work equally as well on other meats. Enjoy!
Devil’s spawn or elixir of the gods? The brief, troubled, seditious history of coffee
"...Black as hell, Strong as Death, Sweet as Love" ...There is truth in this Turkish proverb. Since coffee's discovery in the 11th century, this beloved elixir of the gods has been banned, demonized, lauded, spiritualized, feared, and even used as a weapon of death. The story starts with a Shepherd, dancing goats, and Sufis. Blessed... Continue Reading →
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