Steaming Milk for Beginners

Steaming Milk for Beginners

Frothing is probably the most underappreciated part of coffeehouse culture. After all, without the foam, your cappuccino or latte is just plain espresso.



A Guide to Coffee Beans

Comedian Bill Maher once observed that if your favorite drugged state is "wired" and you live in the United States, you are set for life. Starbucks on every corner, coffee aisle in every store. Energy drinks like Red Bull and Monster in every convenience store, and a coffee pot on the burner at every job. Americans may be deficient or ignorant in other matters pertaining to food and beverages, but when it comes to coffee, they're right up to speed... no pun intended!However, working in a restaur



The History And Main Types Of Coffee

It's a mainstay in many households the world over with a commodity ranking of number two, just behind oil production. But how did the worldwide coffee craze get started and what exactly is the history of the little bean loved the globe over for the coffee it creates?According to legend, the first use of coffee dates back to the 800s when a goat herder named Kaldi discovered his goats had more energy after eating the berries from a specific bush. Kaldi's story takes place in east Africa and is co



Coffee on the Weekend

Coffee as you driving out to the mall on the weekend



Monsooned Coffee

In the 1600’s coffee made its way to Europe, first through the port of Venice, Italy. By sea it traveled, and traveled, and traveled some more.



Espresso Coffee Machines What Are The Differences?

Most coffee drinkers if you are anything like me can go broke stopping at the local coffee house along the way to get your favorite cup of espresso. Most of you probably would benefit from owing your very own espresso machine. There are several varieties of espresso machines available. If you don't know what is going on with the different machines it can be very confusing. Tips To select the Espresso Coffee Machine That Is Right For YouThere are several different types of espresso machines avai