Coffeegrinding1010: February 2011

Monday, February 28, 2011

Portland Coffee Scene 2010

CoffeeGeek's Senior Editor visits Portland Oregon to find out what the current coffee and espresso scene is like, and discovers many indie roaster / retailers, and a lot of single origin espresso
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/opinions/showreports/09-14-2010

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Portland Espresso Vacation

Throughout my Portland espresso vacation, I would hear the term single origin over and over. Basically it means that coffee comes from a single geographic origin. This is a growing trend in coffee, especially in espresso.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/YGsDi9VMAvQ/

New England Coffee appoints new president & chief operating officerGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://hotdrinks.drinks-business-review.com/news/new-england-coffee-appoints-new-president-chief-operating-officer-280211&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABA8dGw6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=7V39HDhtzfA&usg=AFQjCNHHPHu4w9qyYllFzvsuktKbuAGLYQ

Mocha Iced Fusion

3/4 cup milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 3 tablespoons mocha flavored instant coffee mix 1 cup crushed ice In a blender or food processor, combine milk, vanilla, sugar, coffee powder and crushed ice. Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve.

Source: http://coffeerecipes.com/?p=339

Mint for iPhone: A Handy Attachment for a Personal Finance Power ToolGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.macnewsworld.com/story/Mint-for-iPhone-A-Handy-Attachment-for-a-Personal-Finance-Power-Tool-71947.html&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAsPSu6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=4PCy2bfaUfY&usg=AFQjCNGT0dq1Ithvq4iB3HHWxNRce7s37g

Best In Show - Turkish Coffee

Best In Show comic about Turkish Coffee.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/NZKdhGQcpBg/

The Clever Coffee Dripper

The Clever Dripper is a new individual cup brewing device that uses the full immersion method of a French press and has a super clean finish due to a paper filter, or reusable cloth filter.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/xAobHFO9pxU/

Sunday, February 27, 2011

Updated Web Design for Volcanica Coffee

We have update the look of the Volcanica Coffee web site to give it what we hope is a more polished look and feel. Under the hood we conducted a major revamping of the HTML code which will make pages load more quickly. We hope you like it.

Source: http://www.volcanicacoffee.com/gourmet-coffee-beans/updated-web-design-for-volcanica-coffee/

The Milk Frothing Guide

Everything you could possibly want to know about milk and milk frothing is presented to you by CoffeeGeek.com and Aaron Delazzer
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/guides/frothingguide

Price of coffee about to jump againGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.katu.com/news/business/117014348.html&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAiaWr6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=_0JzZbgY24g&usg=AFQjCNFKSlh6JRRlEL1hBFrw9injcNtLTA

Spiced Coconut Coffee Recipe

Yields 2 Servings 2 tablespoons ground coffee beans 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 whole cloves 1/2 (3 inch) cinnamon stick 2 cups water 1/2 cup coconut milk 2 tablespoons honey Combine the ground coffee, red pepper, cloves, and cinnamon stick in a coffee filter set into a drip coffee brewer. Pour the water into [...]

Source: http://coffeerecipes.com/?p=308

Christian coffee house moving to ex-synagogueGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.watertowndailytimes.com/article/20110227/NEWS05/302279985&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAn9ao6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=QEfpcOprCvw&usg=AFQjCNGhPXZ91Yu5i4yedYKZTm-haJE6jA

A Cup of Coffee to LinkedIn Updates | Personal Branding Blog - Dan ...Google Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.personalbrandingblog.com/a-cup-of-coffee-to-linkedin-updates/%3Futm_source%3Drss%26utm_medium%3Drss%26utm_campaign%3Da-cup-of-coffee-to-linkedin-updates&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAIoATAAOABAod6o6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=0jC-13m55IQ&usg=AFQjCNHVDCyD7sIjE2w9mmpJUUiAg7smvA

Canadian Coffee & Tea Expo 2010 Day 1

Reports from the 2010 Canadian Coffee and Tea Expo in Mississauga, Ontario, including the Canadian Barista Championship and the Canadian Cup Tasters' Championship
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/opinions/showreports/09-26-2010

Saturday, February 26, 2011

Asanway � Blog Archive � Commercial Coffee MakersGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.asanway.com/%3Fp%3D5914&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAIoATAAOABA1JCm6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=VQfqdsQmvOM&usg=AFQjCNHQbwyKbQZ5xYyPms7dJnwy6rwP6Q

Table Top Press Pot Review

Earlier this year, I posted an article titled Buying a French Press - Picking the Right One. I isolated the only three variables that I felt were necessary to make a purchase decision.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/G3OXbohKhIw/

Friday, February 25, 2011

The Clever Coffee Dripper

The Clever Dripper is a new individual cup brewing device that uses the full immersion method of a French press and has a super clean finish due to a paper filter, or reusable cloth filter.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/xAobHFO9pxU/

Coffee Gear That Won't Break the Bank

Making great coffee at home is something that should be easy and inexpensive. With the right equipment it is.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/0wBpmm4b38M/

Delta Air Lines and Seattle’s Best Coffee Team Up to Serve Freshly Brewed Premium Coffee Onboard All Flights

Source: http://news.starbucks.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=499

Brown Sugar Caramel Latte

1 tablespoon brown sugar 1/4 cup half-and-half 1 tablespoon caramel ice cream topping 3/4 cup hot, brewed coffee Stir brown sugar into half-and-half until dissolved. Whip with a milk frother or small whisk. Pour coffee into a mug, and stir in caramel sauce until dissolved. Pour frothed half-and-half into coffee, and serve.

Source: http://coffeerecipes.com/?p=334

New Gourmet Coffees: Organic, Fair Trade, Rainforest and Shade Grown

Volcanica Coffee recently launched several new coffees and properly tagged existing coffees that we already carried under popular coffee varieties. We now carry Organic Coffee, Fair Trade Coffee, Rainforest Coffee and Shade Grown Coffee. We actually already have been carrying some of these new coffees but did not properly identify them on our website. In [...]

Source: http://www.volcanicacoffee.com/gourmet-coffee-beans/new-gourmet-coffees-organic-fair-trade-rainforest-and-shade-grown/

Gaggia MDF Espresso, Alex DiCicco

Bottom Line: Great entry level espresso grinder that should keep you satisfied for years to come.
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/reviews/grinders/gaggia_mdf/AlexD

Best In Show - Turkish Coffee

Best In Show comic about Turkish Coffee.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/NZKdhGQcpBg/

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Japan's Consumer Price Drop Eases as Oil, Food Costs GainGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.businessweek.com/news/2011-02-24/japan-s-consumer-price-drop-eases-as-oil-food-costs-gain.html&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABA5Iic6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=_ctsACXa20Q&usg=AFQjCNEBj8aJnR5oFVQsrRWB0X69ANHQ-A

A Trip to Kona

Source: http://blogs.starbucks.com/blogs/customer/archive/2011/02/24/a-trip-to-kona.aspx

A Milestone of a Million

Source: http://blogs.starbucks.com/blogs/customer/archive/2011/02/15/a-milestone-of-a-million.aspx

Canadian Coffee & Tea Expo 2010 Day 2

The second and final day out at the airport visiting the Canadian Coffee and Tea Expo - we'll have the finals of the Barista Championship, finals of the Cup Tasters' Competition, and reports from more show booths!
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/opinions/showreports/09-27-2010

Happy Heart Day!

Source: http://www.starbucks.com/blog/happy-heart-day

Beginner's Guide to Cupping

Geoff Watts of Intelligentsia Coffee gives you a primer on how to cup coffee at home! Using simple tools, and with a beginner's vocabulary, you can evaluate coffee like the pros!
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/guides/beginnercupping

Chocolate Chip Coffee Cookies Recipe

Yields 36 cookies 1 cup butter, softened 1 cup brown sugar 3/4 cup white sugar 2 egg, beaten 3 tablespoons coffee-flavored liqueur 3 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 cups milk chocolate chips Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line cookie sheets with [...]

Source: http://coffeerecipes.com/?p=312

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Christmas Coffee Recipe

Ingredients: 10 cups brewed coffee Stir together in a small saucepan 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (or cardamom) 1/3 cup water whipped cream, for garnish milk, for serving sugar, for serving Over medium heat, boil sugar, cocoa, cinnamon and water for 1 minute, stirring frequently. Add to coffee, stir [...]

Source: http://coffeerecipes.com/?p=329

A Milestone of a Million

Source: http://blogs.starbucks.com/blogs/customer/archive/2011/02/15/a-milestone-of-a-million.aspx

Starbucks Reports Record First Quarter 2011 Results

Source: http://news.starbucks.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=495

MACAP M4 Grinder, Steve Koellhoffer

Bottom Line: Grinder does a great job grinding, but the chute design leaves a bit to be desired.
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/reviews/grinders/macapm4/Steve_K

Region basketball tournament scoreboardGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.tennessean.com/article/20110222/SPORTS07/110221039/Region-basketball-tournament-scoreboard%3Fodyssey%3Dmod%257Cnewswell%257Ctext%257CSports%257Cs&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABArImT6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=uONeRrWK0Sc&usg=AFQjCNHLEDOtf5BUGS_eXCkm22pheReo9w

New Gourmet Coffees: Organic, Fair Trade, Rainforest and Shade Grown

Source: http://www.volcanicacoffee.com/gourmet-coffee-beans/new-gourmet-coffees-organic-fair-trade-rainforest-and-shade-grown/

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Christmas Coffee Recipe

Source: http://coffeerecipes.com/?p=329

New Burger Joint, Coffee Shop Seek Liquor Licenses on Lower East SideGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.dnainfo.com/20110222/lower-east-side-east-village/new-burger-joint-coffee-shop-seek-liquor-licenses-on-lower-east-side&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAt56R6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=YZ26fHDD1No&usg=AFQjCNFsow6pQ4ExXc0-xcJjs35WduuWdA

Nice Coffee Cafe photos

A few nice coffee cafe images I found: Rice-Cafe Coffee House, May 18, 2006 Image by Zadkiel Rice-Cafe Coffee House, May 18, 2006 Image by Zadkiel

Source: http://www.allcoffeerecipes.com/coffee-cafe/nice-coffee-cafe-photos-18/

Nice Coffee Cafe photos

A few nice coffee cafe images I found: Rice-Cafe Coffee House, May 18, 2006 Image by Zadkiel Rice-Cafe Coffee House, May 18, 2006 Image by Zadkiel

Source: http://www.allcoffeerecipes.com/coffee-cafe/nice-coffee-cafe-photos-18/

SOFTS-ICE coffee, cocoa at highest in more than 30 yearsGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://af.reuters.com/article/commoditiesNews/idAFLDE71L1AB20110222&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABA8OGO6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=FG-UarLLfA0&usg=AFQjCNG8qFWcGnC57ofrqA9zQ_VlQsn27Q

Table Top Press Pot Review

Earlier this year, I posted an article titled Buying a French Press - Picking the Right One. I isolated the only three variables that I felt were necessary to make a purchase decision.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/G3OXbohKhIw/

Mazzer Robur Grinders, Mike Tremblay

Bottom Line: Buy it if you are busy!!!
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/reviews/grinders/mazzerrobur/Trombles/6088

Monday, February 21, 2011

Wake up and smell the coffeeGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.dailystar.com.lb/article.asp%3Fedition_id%3D10%26categ_id%3D17%26article_id%3D125140&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAs6GM6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=4FKPSafuH6I&usg=AFQjCNEof5fbvAk5iMjYZ0GrIBKkd5oI1A

Updated Web Design for Volcanica Coffee

Source: http://www.volcanicacoffee.com/gourmet-coffee-beans/updated-web-design-for-volcanica-coffee/

What is Single Origin

Confused about what Single Origin is? A roaster offers his perspective on what Single Origin was, is, and could be. Includes some history on the development and marketing of Single Origin coffees.
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/opinions/professionals/08-18-2010

Nespresso pours cold water over rival brandsGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/business/Nespresso_pours_cold_water_over_rival_brands.html%3Fcid%3D29504576&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABA29WJ6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=WmaFkxGm1ts&usg=AFQjCNGzKXFBbJ2_wphH3IvG87nktzyjDw

Breville BKC700XL Refurbished Gourmet Single Serve Coffeemaker Bundle

Breville BKC700XL Refurbished Gourmet Single Serve Coffeemaker Bundle Brews coffee, tea, and hot cocoa. Iced-beverage function for iced tea and coffee. Advanced brewing technology evenly distributes water through the K-Cup In tank water filtration system. LCD control includes a digital clock with auto on/off time, five brew strengths, and variable brew temperature. With its sleek [...]

Source: http://www.allcoffeerecipes.com/gourmet-coffee-maker/breville-bkc700xl-refurbished-gourmet-single-serve-coffeemaker-bundle/

Updated Web Design for Volcanica Coffee

Source: http://www.volcanicacoffee.com/gourmet-coffee-beans/updated-web-design-for-volcanica-coffee/

Delta Air Lines and Seattle’s Best Coffee Team Up to Serve Freshly Brewed Premium Coffee Onboard All Flights

Source: http://news.starbucks.com/article_display.cfm?article_id=499

Sunday, February 20, 2011

Canadian Coffee & Tea Expo 2010 Day 1

Reports from the 2010 Canadian Coffee and Tea Expo in Mississauga, Ontario, including the Canadian Barista Championship and the Canadian Cup Tasters' Championship
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/opinions/showreports/09-26-2010

What Happens When Anarchy Meets CoffeeGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://missionlocal.org/2011/02/what-happens-when-anarchy-meets-coffee/%3Futm_source%3Dtodaysmission%26utm_medium%3Dsidebar%26utm_campaign%3Dhouse_tmsidebar&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAxN6F6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=ZZLZ7q39bww&usg=AFQjCNGzKk4h_iBKLkj7khm0V97dtAkOcQ

Updated Web Design for Volcanica Coffee

Source: http://www.volcanicacoffee.com/gourmet-coffee-beans/updated-web-design-for-volcanica-coffee/

Best In Show 10

Two more coffee comics from Best in Show.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/NKDpvMLKXyI/

Portland Coffee Scene 2010

Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/opinions/showreports/09-14-2010

Omantel to provide Free WiFi at Costa Coffee in OmanGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.zawya.com/story.cfm/sidZAWYA20110220105737&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABAkYqE6wRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=4rRiHoP-pVI&usg=AFQjCNGYmRJnNXAFaXPGjjt6gVLkyh06rg

Portland Espresso Vacation

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/YGsDi9VMAvQ/

Saturday, February 19, 2011

Costa Rica Coffee History

Seeing the lush, green valleys and beautiful mountains of Costa Rica from the air as we were landing in San Jose was not even the tip of the iceberg concerning the richness of this country.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/ineedcoffee/~3/dTRuQQEpQOA/

State of Espresso 2010

More observations on the State of Espresso in 2010, including pressure and temperature profiling, more on single origins, consumers vs pros, and trends in espresso.
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/opinions/markprince/08-16-2010

Pannikin6

Check out these coffee house images: Pannikin6 Image by TailspinT Pannikin Coffee House, located on historic California Rt 101 in Encinitas, California Singing on the Porch at Koinonia (video) Image by NatalieMaynor I took this picture shortly after the group suddenly burst into song. I should have waited for "It’s a Lovely Day Today." I’m [...]

Source: http://www.allcoffeerecipes.com/coffee-house/pannikin6/

Bank robbed in northwest BakersfieldGoogle Alerts - coffee

Source: http://www.google.com/url?sa=X&q=http://www.bakersfieldnow.com/news/local/116494088.html&ct=ga&cad=CAcQARgBIAAoATAAOABA-_X96gRIAlAAWABiBWVuLVVT&cd=dBzbL2V0P_c&usg=AFQjCNHw6L9D0A7Vbnpcdozcu02ZQsNwkQ

Mini Coffee Cupcakes Recipe

Makes 24 Mini Cupcakes CAKES 75g butter softened 75g caster sugar 2 medium eggs 2 tsp coffee essence or espresso or very strong coffee 125g plain flour 1 tsp baking powder DECORATION 200g icing sugar sifted 2 tbsp coffee essence or very strong coffee chocolate-covered espresso beans (optional)KITCHEN KIT 1 x 24-hole mini-muffin tin mini-muffin [...]

Source: http://coffeerecipes.com/?p=327

Bank robbed in northwest BakersfieldGoogle Alerts - coffee

Friday, February 18, 2011

How to Buy an Espresso Machine

CoffeeGeek's comprehensive guide on how to make the right decision the first time when buying a quality espresso machine. Filled with insider tips, budget recommendations, and more.
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Source: http://www.coffeegeek.com/guides/howtobuyanespressomachine

Keurig 8 Sleeve K-cup Coffee Pod Holder, Holds 48 Kcups

Keurig 8 Sleeve K-cup Coffee Pod Holder, Holds 48 Kcups 8 sleeve rack holds 48 pods 6” wide x 6″deep x 12″ tall Spinning Base K-cups up to 2″ wide Made with 3/16″ acrylic Our K-Cup or Pod dispenser are new to our line. This is our smaller unit used for keurig coffee pods. Should [...]

Source: http://www.allcoffeerecipes.com/k-cup-coffee-pods/keurig-8-sleeve-k-cup-coffee-pod-holder-holds-48-kcups/