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Getting back to the root of coffee

Longer Tables with José Andrés • 628 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Agriculture Ethics Culture Community
  1. Cxffeeblack founders aim to honor the roots of coffee and shift the industry's narrative to support communities of color.
  2. Renata and Bartholomew highlight the importance of recognizing the African heritage of coffee to preserve the future of the crop and support indigenous farmers.
  3. Consumers are encouraged to find gratitude in their coffee consumption, embrace peace, and consider the deeper stories behind the products they consume.

Ómós Digest #126: Knife Sharpening Class

Ómós Digest • 353 implied HN points • 01 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Events Coffee Workshops
  1. There will be a knife sharpening workshop in collaboration with Filip Visković and Indigo & Cloth.
  2. Filip Visković shares his journey from Croatia to Ireland, his passion for coffee, and his obsession with kitchen knives.
  3. Filip Visković discusses the growing appreciation for craftsmanship, the significance of quality tools like knives, and his mission to educate about knife care.
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Cold brews in Brunswick

A Perfectly Cromulent Software Engineer • 59 implied HN points • 17 Mar 24
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Community Home Work
  1. Third places are vital for social interaction and community, offering a space for meaningful connections.
  2. Working from home can blur boundaries between personal and professional life, highlighting the importance of having a separate 'third place' for relaxation and socializing.
  3. Discovering new places, like a cozy cafe, can provide a refreshing environment for socializing and making connections outside of work and home.

Call me Starbucks.

All Visible Objects • 118 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Literature History Coffee Branding Music
  1. Starbucks Coffee famously took its name from the character Starbuck in Moby-Dick, but the reason behind the choice remains somewhat mysterious and unexplained.
  2. The connection between Starbucks and Moby-Dick seems to stem more from a chain of coincidences and word associations rather than a deep literary appreciation or deliberate homage to the book.
  3. The original inspiration for the name Starbucks may have come indirectly from Ed Leimbacher, who named a film company Pequod after the ship in Moby-Dick, showing how literary influences can shape unexpected outcomes.

More Cool Gear I Like

Experimental Fat Loss • 70 implied HN points • 29 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Kitchenware Coffee
  1. Be mindful of the materials in your kitchen gadgets to avoid microplastics.
  2. Consider investing in kitchenware with unique features like pre-programmed temperatures.
  3. Exploring different food and beverage options, like Vietnamese coffee, herbal teas, and tallow-based products, can add variety to your routine.

⬜ The meaning of a moka pot

One Thing • 158 implied HN points • 23 Nov 23
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Design Culture History
  1. Moka pot is a classic kitchen item with a design for good coffee but may not always produce amazing coffee.
  2. The moka pot's appeal lies in its ability to transcend trends and societal distinctions, making it a versatile and enduring coffee maker for many.
  3. Upgrading to fancier versions of the moka pot may not always guarantee better coffee quality, as the simplicity and functionality of the original design can hold its own against modern iterations.

The Wit's Guide to Coffee

Get Wit Quick • 353 implied HN points • 06 Jul 23
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Quality History Culture
  1. Caffeine affects spiders differently than humans - like making spiders weave weird webs
  2. Too much coffee can trigger existential angst, as seen in coffee-themed comics and tweets
  3. Coffee is deeply ingrained in capitalist work culture, offering breaks and sometimes causing sleepiness

Coffee and the Heart: Startling New Findings?

The Skeptical Cardiologist • 412 implied HN points • 26 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Coffee Heart Health Scientific research Health Benefits
  1. The CRAVE study found that coffee consumption was associated with more daily steps and fewer minutes of sleep among participants.
  2. The CRAVE study had limitations including select group of participants and lack of real-world coffee consumption scenario.
  3. Scientific evidence consistently supports that moderate coffee consumption is linked to living longer and having a reduced risk of heart attacks and strokes.

Monday reading #6

well, actually • 157 implied HN points • 31 Jul 23
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Fundraising
  1. Delicious beverages like Cool Brew can make a great alternative to reading recommendations.
  2. Consider supporting grassroots organizations like Survived & Punished NY, Mississippi Reproductive Freedom Fund, and Whose Corner Is It Anyway.
  3. Cool Brew, a coffee concentrate made in New Orleans, is a cost-effective and tasty option for iced coffee.

Restaurant Review: A&W at Dawn

The Chase • 176 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Small Town
  1. The A&W in Duncan, BC is a popular spot for the local community to gather every morning
  2. The A&W offers bottomless coffee with unique flavors and a welcoming atmosphere
  3. The restaurant's retro decor and casual vibe make it a comfortable place for lively conversations and connection

Espresso machine evolution

Norman’s Substack • 39 implied HN points • 03 Jul 23
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Brewing
  1. The project machine is not the author's daily driver, they use a Gaggia Classic Pro for their morning coffee.
  2. The author made a new machine using parts from an older Gaggia machine and aluminum extrusion bars.
  3. Future plans include building a new machine with new parts like a circuit board, group head base, wider chassis, and a larger display.

Hipsters ruined my espresso

The Leftovers • 99 implied HN points • 29 Oct 22
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Culture
  1. The author experienced disappointment with a new style of light roast coffee that was popularized by hip coffee houses.
  2. The color and crema of the espresso were as expected, but the taste was deemed 'very wrong' by the author.
  3. The trend of light roast coffee blends, supposedly originating from Melbourne's hip coffee culture, played a role in altering the author's espresso experience.

Roast #26: V3 Survey Results

thoughtfulcoffee • 19 implied HN points • 16 Jun 23
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Brewing Community Packaging
  1. Customers preferred monthly coffee club subscriptions over weekly or other intervals.
  2. Feedback on packaging improvements included suggestions to reduce packaging, offer larger bags, and improve bean packaging.
  3. Maintaining community engagement through pop-up events and keeping coffee selections on the experimental side were highlighted as important for future coffee club versions.

Roast #16: The tale of four roasters and an artist

thoughtfulcoffee • 19 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Events Roasting Experience Support
  1. Planning and organizing a successful coffee event involved collaboration and lots of preparation.
  2. Effective communication and coordination among the group members were key to overcoming challenges and ensuring the event's success.
  3. Feedback and support from attendees added to the enjoyment of the event, making all the effort and hard work worthwhile.

Roast #20: The Barista Series, Part 1

thoughtfulcoffee • 19 implied HN points • 22 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Career Training Job Market
  1. Getting a barista job can be challenging, especially if you want to be selective about where you work and focus on specialty coffee training.
  2. Seasonality can impact job availability, with some cafes needing less help during certain times of the year.
  3. Having no prior service experience can make the job search tougher, but persistence can lead to success in the end.

Roast #28: Coffee Club V4

thoughtfulcoffee • 0 implied HN points • 27 Jul 23
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Retail Production Tasting
  1. Coffee Club V4 is open for orders featuring unique coffee selections from different exporters.
  2. Boxes have a limit of 50 and offer options for different sizes and shipping or in-person pickup.
  3. Featured coffees include Diego Bermudez Lychee Y-05 Castillo, Gesha Village's Gori Gesha, and Hacienda Sonora's SL-28 with detailed processing information.

my gourmet coffee routine

Stream of Consciousness • 0 implied HN points • 16 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Brewing Quality Ingredients Rituals
  1. Creating a consistent gourmet coffee routine involves attention to detail like water temperature, bean quality, and brewing method.
  2. Using specific tools like an Aeropress and grinder, along with precise measurements, can elevate the coffee experience.
  3. Small adjustments, like spritzing water on ground beans or using a specific mug, can make a significant difference in the final cup of coffee.