Decaffeinated Coffee Fortunately, with or without the caffeine, coffee is rich in biologically active substances that contribute to its aroma, taste and color. Some of these have been investigated to determine which components of the drink are responsible for its well-documented health benefits. Caffeine, which is found in coffee and other foods (cocoa, tea), is…
What would Italians do without coffee and biscotti? What would South Africans do without their rusks and coffee? What would Canadians and Americans do without their doughnuts and coffee? These coffee pairings are ingrained in the daily lives of many. Here are a few popular ways to enjoy pairing coffee with baked goods. Baked…
Coffee Etiquette in Paris Planning a trip to France? If so you are more than likely to visit Paris the coffee drinking capital of Europe. The streets of Paris are lined with gorgeous little Coffee Shops that you just have to visit. But, being in Paris is a little intimidating for us none French speaking…
Today’s coffee drinkers do more than just pour hot water over instant coffee crystals. Today’s coffee drinkers can have a mug filled with steaming brew made in a variety of ways and from beans sourced from around the globe. As the craft coffee culture continues to grow, new trends have emerged, here are just a…
Summer-Style, Iced Turkish Coffee Turkish coffee is only enjoyed by one member of our household, but this more refreshing version means both of us can now enjoy it, even if it isn’t very traditionally Turkish. You need to experiment with quantities to get the flavors right for your personal taste but what we’ve found so far…
No matter how you brew it, coffee remains a popular beverage throughout the world. Below are some examples of coffee drinking trends around the globe. Tell us, how do you drink your coffee? Japan Though Japan is better known for tea ceremonies, you can also find Kyoto-style cold drip coffee. “This method produces a deep…
A very happy Spring to all our readers. With Summer now on the horizon, its time to dust off your baking utensils and create some home baked goodies. We have trolled through hundreds of websites and come up with some great recipes which we will be featuring over the next couple of weeks. The first…
Coffee Bean Grades Grade is generally used to indicate coffee bean size, which is associated with coffee quality. While there are many exceptions, coffee beans grown at higher elevations tend to be denser, larger, and have better flavor. The process of determining coffee bean size, or grading, is done by passing unroasted beans through perforated…
Today, the idea of a coffee house usually brings to mind a cozy place that serves gourmet coffee and espresso drinks, with couches to lounge in while you sip. So how did the coffee house get its start? The first record of a public place serving coffee dates back to 1475. Kiva Han was the…
Coffee has created its own “culture” in Turkey are the famous words of the great Turkish 20th century poet, Yahya Kemal. A little bit more than a casual visit to Turkey would convince anyone that this is the case. Coffee for Turks is not simply a drink, but has its own history, its institutions (coffeehouses),…
