Off-Topic: appartment rental scammers
Internet is full of scammers. Here is the mail I got as a request for more information regarding an apartment to rent:
Thanks for your email and it is my gladness to hearing from you.I am
jim.bukner,the owner of the house you are making enquiry of.Actually I
resided in the house with my family,such as my husband and [...] Fireman job
If a project has not been correctly managed for a while, a team will need to perform a fireman job. When this happens, make sure someone (in particular someone with decision and organizational power, like the project manager) keeps the head out of the smoke and control even more the direction of the project. Otherwise [...] DSL book in the works by Martin Fowler
I was telling some friends a month ago that MF was unusually silent. I suspected a book in the works, and yes, I was right and it will be on DSLs. So far, just the Intro is available, and starts with a basic state machine DSL.
In the same topic, go and look at quaere, a [...] CITCon Europe 2007: today’s agenda
CITConF Brussels
Some quick notes:
Many companies, many from London (where CITConF 2006 was hold). I was surprised by the number of independent consultants. Some companies strongly hinting they are here to recruit (e.g. Google)
I lost my mobile phone… Gosh
Wide range of topics was selected yesterday. I will
(phone followup) I tried to call my phone it and it [...] Loyalty to your project manager
Are there any situations where not being 100% loyal to your project manager is acceptable ? if you take initiative without approval from your hierarchy, are the benefits you potentially bring to a project necessarily out weighted by the potential anarchy you introduce ?
A solder shouldn’t reconsider his orders, right?
And when the conflict is unveiled, [...] TestDirector and Jira
If you ever wanted to use both Jira and TestDirector on a projet, or migrate from TD to Jira, have a look at td2jira. Subtitled “Quick’n'Dirty Way to Share The Issues With Your QA Team” it works OK for us !
Vladimir graciously gave me commit access and I added some new features. Interested, don’t let [...] CITConF since yesterday
I arrived in Brussels yesterday for CITConf Europe 2007. The conference, organized by Paul Julius and Jeffrey Fredrick (both of CruiseControl fame), will be held today following an open space style.
We spent part of the evening presenting ourselves, defining an agenda and drinking some beers
More related news soon.
Brief Continuous Integration news
For all those interested in Continuous Integration and Testing, don’t forget about CITCon Europe, hold the 19th and 20th of October in Brussels. Yes it’s on a Friday/Saturday, but hey, you’re passionate or not! Hope to see you there
Second, CruiseControl 2.7.1 was just released. Go and download it, and try the improved dashboard [...] Semantic web: adding functionality to finn.no using greasemonkey and microformats
This article gives a rough introduction to the semantic web, microformats and how to extend a site functionality using greasemonkey, a Firefox browser extension and a custom program called a user script.
The limited Web
First generation web sites tend to be pretty closed by nature. They display information in a particular way, do not often let [...] Tales of good & bad management
I’ve never blogged much about management. I guess it’s time to add en new category.
Here are 5 stories one might reflect on.
Shit management
Years ago, one of my clients had to deal with many problems: third party suppliers being late, client not sending the required information on time, etc… You know the drill. I recognize now [...] gmail loosing unread mail status in threaded mails ?
I have been using gmail for a while now, and am mostly satisfied with it. The threaded system it is based on has some good points and bad points, but so far nothing that required me to reconsider changing my setup. Things have changed.
I missed an important mail part of a ongoing thread on Thursday. [...] A multiple-language kiosk for Linux (Ubuntu Edgy)
[This post is a work on progress and may be updated]
Linux is great for one thing: it supports multiple language on the desktop. If you plan to offer a kiosk mode supporting many languages, Linux becomes a good choice.
We settle on Ubuntu Edgy as a default distribution for this setup, but any distribution might do. [...] Mirroring remote subversion repository
Was searching for a way to mirror a remote subversion repository through http, for backup purposes.
After struggling with various tools, I found this blog entry. Thanks Thomas!
Disposable Hardware
Failing hardware
My nice 3 years old Samsung ML-1210 laser printer failed. It can print but it cannot grab the pages…
Cost of repairing it 675 NOK + shipping + time to send package/post it. Cost of buying an newer more performant item and get it delivered at the office, 1100 NOK.
OK, what do I do with [...] Two column design & CSS mess
I am not a CSS guru, but when I look at how hard it is to produce a clean 2 columns design with a header and footer, having both columns the same height, I understand why so many people stick to HTML tables…
Or is there a better way ?
Telio won’t warn me of unpaid bills on their website - greasemonkey hack
My VoIP provider (Telio) won’t show a warning to the user if she has some unpaid bills. I know it’s possible to view the bill status list on a particular page in my account, but “it’s not possible” to display a warning on the front page.
Whether the refusal is based on technical or will ground, [...] Portable J2EE applications…
In one of my latest project, I’ve had to migrate a J2EE application from a Windows server to a Linux server. I didn’t know the code before I was assigned the task (which was to be completed ASAP).
It’s a pretty interesting task. In fact I’ve completely failed at evaluating the time it would take. And [...] Disclosed information on programming forums
In the past weeks I’ve had an increased interest in website security. The reason: I find that many developpers are not even aware of the basic techniques to provide a minimum level of security, in particular against SQL injections.
Identifying such a site is extremely easy. Fiddle with the POST or GET parameters of a request, [...] Licensing by intent
There’s a raging debate today between the FSF and the Linux kernel developpers due to the upcoming release of the GPL v3 and the refuse of most developpers, including Linus Torvalds, to use it.
It seems that there are many things both camps got wrong (you can read more on Luis Villa’s blog, here, here [...] ROR Sitemap for http://www.coffee-jiten.com/
Norwegian Music
Sitting in the hotel (right next to Herr Nielsen's Jazz Club) last night in Oslo I realised that the music I was listening to on my laptop was just track after track of Norwegian music. There was Beady Belle, then Thomas Dybdahl (try Damn Heart or Half Of Me, both free B-sides, and my absolute favourite single Love Story), then Ane Brun - and that's ignoring nearby Scandinavians like Teitur and Tina Dico (try this. Wonder how I'd missed the connection for so long?
Update: As Walter points out, I forgot the most obvious musician (and the one who features largest in my collection), Jan Garbarek. Coming of Age in Wireless Britain
Last week I decided to give mobile broadband a try while I was away from home in London for a few days. After looking at the various plans, I decided to pick the one that Hutchison's 3 subsidiary offers, and went to a Carphone Warehouse to buy it. The experience was very enlightening - clearly this is a part of UK culture I've overlooked for too long. Just in case you are as naive as me, I'll document the experience - apologies for all you hardened warriors who consider this trivial.
First came the purchase process. It's not like buying anything else I have ever purchased. After "yes please" came several huge bureaucratic forms, a demand for photo ID, an address check, a credit check and finally the wait for the transaction to complete online. It was probably the most invasive process I have undergone in the UK, including applying for a passport. All for a modem and a ?15 service.
Then came the first use experience. I had carefully checked the literature and the package to make sure the Mac was supported, as well as asking the assistant to confirm. I got the modem out of the box, read the instructions and followed them. "Plug the modem in to a USB port and follow the on-screen instructions". I plugged it in (after insterting the SIM) - apparently it was a memory stick as well as a modem. Its little blue light flashed happily. Hardware Growler told me it was working. But there were no instructions and no broadband.
I rang the support number on the package. After following some menus, it told me to dial another number for support. I dialed that and followed more menus. I finally got to a place that told me support was only available in the daytime. I read more and more of the paperwork in the box and finally found some small-print telling me that use on a Mac involved drivers that were available for download from 3's web site. Except I couldn't get online because ... well, my mobile broadband wasn't working yet.
Since I was traveling, and since the three-day return period was ticking, I decided to take it back next day. I clearly wasn't the first person to go through all this. "Oh yes, all the other companies include a CD with Mac drivers, but 3 don't". I decided there was a high risk of not getting it working within the short three-day return period so I went through the "termination" process, another bureaucratic fascination, and made sure I had all the magic numbers needed to prove I had done it.
The third step was today, when the invoice turned up. An invoice not for ?15 but for ?18, since they added a ?3 "billing fee" without telling me. I called the number printed on the invoice to check the account was indeed canceled and found it asked me to dial a different number for broadband. I then spent maybe 20 minutes on hold to another national-rate number and was finally able to confirm with a charming Indian lady that it was cancelled.
I am obviously sheltered and naive becuase I found several aspects of this experience to be customer-hostile. First, the amazingly intrusive purchase experience; second, the fact that 3 lied about the package including Mac support; third, the fact they didn't provide phone numbers for technical or billing support even though the documents I was using were only about broadband; fourth, the fact the price advertised was not the price charged. I'll not be trying this stuff again for a while. Boxwood Incense
Hey, lazyweb: I bought a tube of boxwood japanese-style (non-dipped) incense from Banana Republic back in 1999. It is my absolute favourite incense but it has almost run out, I only have fragments of broken sticks left. Google doesn't give me any strong hints where I might get some more - does anyone have any ideas please? Flickr Stats
I'm not sure how I missed it, but Flickr has implemented a statistics tracking for all photos. I noticed in the metadata smallprint for today's upload that there was a link that said "Photo stats". I clicked it and turned them on and a few minutes later had full stats on all photos going back as far as I wanted, referrers and all. Way cool. Amazing Grace Another free taster has done its work and I've now got Grace Potter and the Nocturnals on rotation, specifically their album This Is Somewhere [UK]. The free track that hooked me is only free until tomorrow so you'd better pounce - Apologies, a lost-love ballad that is among the quietest tracks.
Despite the samples Amazon has chosen, the rest of the album is much more rocky, with the sort of hard edge that the sparse historic line of female rockers would be proud of. If you do buy the album, you might also want to pop over to iTunes and buy the bonus track they have over there, despite the DRM grief they want to give you.
[Also On Rotation: The Guggenheim Grotto; Kosheen; Fink; Juana Molina; Moncef Genoud] In Praise of Freeloaders
I think I'll be going along to listen to Bryn Haworth tonight locally, a guitarist I've not heard live since the early 80s. The friend I was talking with wanted to know what he sounded like, so I went to his web site to look for a sampler. Nothing there. Bryn is clearly only interested in people who already know what he sounds like. No free sample track. Not even any track previews.
So conversation turned to the paradox of the new web-mediated market and how some musicians don't seem to get it. I assume the thinking goes "I make my money by selling music, so why should I give any away to freeloaders". But that's so superficial. By giving me a few tracks to listen to, you're much more likely to recruit me to the ranks of admiring fans, since without them all I have to go on is your photograph (or maybe if you're a bit more avant garde some stuff I can awkwardly stream while at my desk).
Giving away samples is very effective. I follow a couple of web sites (3Hive, Lost at E Minor) that review and point to free tracks and the main way I have found new artists of late has been through those sites and the free tracks on iTMS and Amazon MP3. In the shake-down that's coming, I suspect it will be the artists who treat music lovers looking for music as "freeloaders" who will join the RIAA whining about how no-one loves them, while the enlightened part of the industry moves into the new mainstream. The Guggenheim Grotto I'm not sure what drew my attention back to them, but I bought an album (for the benefit of those who have been asking that's a useful archaic term for "a collection of related MP3s grouped under a fanciful name") by The Guggenheim Grotto, an Irish acoustic/folk band with a talent for both lyrics and melodies. I'd first picked up their track Told You So off the 2006 SXSW sampler and then Philosophia showed up as a free song on iTMS US. That second track finally got to me and I decided to get the whole album, Waltzing Alone (that's Amazon MP3 and US-only, but Amazon UK has the CD).
There's a lot of Oasis sound in there, but it's generally more accessible and laid back (and, yes, I suppose, OK, I admit it, melancholic) as well as heading deep into folk sounds (try Rosanna). 'Philosophia' is still a stand-out, but several others are already sticking including the thoughtful Koan and the fascinating close harmonies of Ozymandias which is indeed derived from the Shelley poem. On continuous play and recommended - the free EP on their download page is great and they have even got ready-to-use free ringtones there. Wax Poetic
I ran into Wax Poetic the first time when I found they were the band that Norah Jones started with before she was famous, but this newer stuff is much more international - like a raw Les Nubians with a jazz break. Give the Last.FM embed above a try.
By the way, if you'd looked at their 2003 album Nublu Sessions on iTMS and wondered what the missing track 1 was, it's there on Amazon with no DRM. Turns out it's a fantastic pre-fame Norah Jones track called Tell Me.
[Fixed the post time on this one, it was set in the past for some reason] You are what you eat I've been meaning to mention that I finished reading The Omnivore's Dilemma [UK] during December and really loved it. It had been jumping into view each time I went to a bookshop and I finally gave in during October.
It was a deliciously smooth read - even with my usual ADD I found it compelling. Michael Pollen digs into the American food system and finds that the mass-market food system has been ridiculously skewed by a policy decision made under the Nixon administration. Attempting to prevent the recurrence of a catastrophic price slump in the food system, the agriculture minister of the time created a price intervention system which controlled price without controlling supply. The result was the creation of eternally cheap corn, which has driven all American food production (and more) to artificially obsess on the stuff.
Pollen goes further though. He finds that the organic production sector has caught the same obsession and is mass-producing organic food in a manner increasingly resonant of the mass-market. Just as proprietary software companies want to steal the term "open source" because of its market power, so the food industry has already gamed the term "organic" and made sure they can use the term without adopting the lifestyle. I find Whole Foods Market a great place to shop, but this book was a real eye-opener to the consumer manipulation at work there.
Overall I'd say this was my book-of-the-year for 2007 and a must-read book. It has a strong US focus and speaks of a food system that doesn't yet exist in Europe (where EU intervention controls supply as well as price and has avoided the destructive corn system that's ruining American health). But it still explores the motivations and dynamics of our food and gives an important perspective as we sail into the future. It's already changed my health, not by being prescriptive but by helping me think. Illy Decaf
I'm on decaf at the moment for reasons I'll write about some other time, and the only decaf that's bearable is Illy. My coffee machine grinds beans, so I have been trying hard to find a place that sells Illy decaf beans at a reasonable price. Seems I'm the only person in the UK that wants them, however, so all the UK suppliers treat them as a premium item (?7 per tin for something that ought to retail well under ?5) and the only place I can buy from at anything like a reasonable price is Germany I won't be using.
The reason? Well, the german supplier took forever to ship and then sent the wrong stuff (I am selling it on eBay because I can't get a returns address) and I don't want to use them again. Anyone know of other sources I could use? Kosheen
I expect I am the last person in Britain to find Kosheen, but I saw a replay of the "Later..." appearance they made in 2001 and immediately had to go hunting for their music. Fortunately their latest album Damage is there on Amazon MP3 so I'm already luxuriating to stuff like Overkill (that's the embedded Last.FM video above) as well as working my way through their large channel on YouTube. It's the best of Massive Attack with a pinch of Evanescence and a healthy dose of Depeche Mode. Tasty, it's keeping the windows rattling. Amazon at Christmas
Well, after our biggest Amazon Christmas yet (there's been a delivery every day for the last week thanks to Amazon Prime) the time is finally up and the last package has arrived - we can't get anything else delivered before Christmas now. While the rest of the retailers in the UK are whining about how much people are spending, I have a hunch Amazon will be quietly smiling. Especially since gift vouchers remain instantly available for forgotten gifts... All Songs Considered
I just subscribed to a new podcast series on iTMS US. Turns out that NPR is pushing a podcast series of full, live concerts. Well worth sampling - I just listened to one of the Neko Case concets. Collateral Damage
While there's been speculation about how Apple will discourage customers elsewhere in Europe using the single market to overcome the differential feature availability they intend to impose on the iPhone, it was clear what one of the mechanisms will be.
The sign in Regent Street yesterday says (among other things) "Your iPhone can only be serviced in the country in which it was purchased". Now, that may seem fair enough if you are a Sony-minded consumer who never travels, but one of the big benefits of being an Apple customer is that their warranty works everywhere in the world (usually). This sign says that doesn't apply to iPhones.
In an attempt to stop customers working around their anti-customer lock-in policy they are adopting another anti-customer policy that will make global travellers find the iPhone less attractive. They are already in a pitched battle with eager enthusiasts who want to make their device more useful. How far will Apple go down the path that led Sony to ruin in their music player business? FBCS
I just opened my post and found to my delight that the proposal submitted by Margaret Ross was accepted and I have been awarded Fellowship of the British Computer Society. My word, I do feel old. Moncef Genoud on Amazon
I'm sitting in my splendid room at Keystone listening to Moncef Genoud's brilliant Aqua and idly web surfing. I notice that Amazon MP3 (US only for now sadly) happens to have the album available for DRM-free MP3 download. I have a blazing log fire going, the view out over the mountains is tremendous, and I've been able to take more great animal photos. Another excellent visit to Colorado Software Summit! Fink
OK, I could get into this Last.FM video thing. I have really been enjoying this week's free track on iTunes UK, "This is the thing" by Fink (not free in iTMS US, sorry). It's just so laid back and delicious. Turns out the video is there on Last.FM - here it is. Love it.
Last Video
I noticed a few weeks ago that Last.FM had added a video tab to all the artist pages, but I couldn't find any. Today I got some promo-spam from them pointing to a few videos. It turns out there's some pretty good stuff hanging around on there - best so far is this one from KT Tunstall.
More Feist
Still enjoying using Amazon MP3 (you'll need to use a US delivery address to buy stuff). Today I finally got round to buying Leslie Feist's The Reminder. I'm not sure that the single, 1234, is the best track on the album. It all sounds rather like Let It Die (try Secret Heart or Mushaboom), which in my view is a good thing, but if you're trying her out for the first time you'll only want one of those albums. Amazon to Apple: Stop the Lock-In
The war has started between the two As - Apple and Amazon. I just gave Amazon MP3 a try and it works splendidly.
They are selling current chart music in the US at 89? per track (cheaper albums too), and delivering it directly into iTunes in MP3 format. And just to add insult to injury, they let me test the service with a free track from "The Apples in Stereo", as if to ask why iTMS is still in mono and offering less for more.
A very welcome challenge timed just around the point when lots of us are asking whether Apple has turned out to me one of the bad guys instead of just exploiting them. Let's hope it's the competitive force that finally wipes out DRM. Avoid Heathrow
Heathrow is in a state of "increased alert" this morning, according to the yellow-jackets just before security in Terminal One. What this means is that they offer the following Kafkaesque service as a "convenience for my safety" (yes, they said that too).
I arrive at the entrance to the checkpoint with my single wheelie bag of approved UK dimensions.
The yellow-jackets ask if I have any liquids. I decide to avoid the tempting discussion of body fluids and say no. Crestfallen, they wave me through.
I join the long line for the X-Ray machine.
After a while I start to get ready for the invasion of my privacy. Among the preparations, I open my wheelie bag and remove the laptop, as requested by the security checkpoint signage.
The aforementioned yellow-jackets yell at me from afar that "only one carry-on is allowed", pull me from the line and insist I pack the laptop again.
After altercation, they agree that I may carry the laptop under my arm if I remove the protective cover from it so that it will smash to pieces if I drop it while obeying the rest of their instructions.
Satisfied they have made my life a little more miserable with an inexplicable set of instructions, they reluctantly allow me to rejoin the line for the X-Ray.
Why are these people there and why do they have these instructions? Are we all getting so used to intrusive security theatre that BAA feels it has to spend a little extra to cow its customers' customers into further submission? Argentine Magic
The sample tracks finally managed to displace A Fine Frenzy from continuous play, so I gave in and bought not one but two albums by Juana Molina. I really liked the three free tracks from Son [UK|US|iTMS] and I previewed the rest of the album on iTunes. It's clear she is getting more experimental over time, and several tracks on Son will be challengingly avante-garde to some ears, not least the title track. But I adore La Verdad as well as Rio Seco.
By contrast, her previous album Tres Cosas [UK|US|iTMS] is hypnotic and soothing. The title track is especially good.
This is all just the sound that's wooing me - I still have no idea what any of the songs is about. I'll have to beg Ana to translate for me! Juana Molina
I have been following a site called Lost At E Minor for a while now. They have an eclectic mix of art and music on there, often with an antipodean slant that means there's frequently material I don't see on places like 3Hive.
Today they had an excellent pointer to Juana Molina, an Argentinian actress and musician who weaves magical soundscapes with voice and instruments. Her breathy and ethereal voice is accompanied by loops she creates with various instruments. The sound her one-woman-orchestra builds is sufficiently avant garde to be edgy, yet has sufficient melody and gentleness to be beautiful. If only I spoke Spanish. Her new album, Son may well be in my future...
The track they have posted is wonderful, and I quickly snapped across to her own site and found a bounty of richness. There are an additional eight tracks on the Download page. Go explore, especially the videos - I just wish I was going to S?o Paulo on October 4 so I could go to the concert there. Antipodean Longings
I remember back in 2000 sitting in a hot tub in California watching a lunar eclipse that happened just after sunset. It was a magical and memorable experience. So tonight I'm wishing I was in Australia so that I could find a hot tub at sunset and repeat the experience.
The lunar eclipse is due at 09:52 UTC so it will be invisible here in the UK, but that timing is perfect for somewhere like Sydney. Here's my picture from March - I'm envious of my antipodean friends tonight though.
Contrite Skype
Seems Skype are feeling guilty for cutting us all off last weekend. I just got an e-mail from them telling me they have added an extra seven days onto my SkypeIn/Voicemail account for free. Nice gesture. アイリッシュコーヒーとブラウン･カウ
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Hey, for those of you that [...] The Virtues of the Arabica Coffee Bean
There are two primary species of coffee beans that are grown for sale: Robusta and Arabica. Arabica coffee beans are hand-picked (much like grapes are for fine wine) just as they become fully ripened - they’re not allowed to fall on the ground and spoil like robusto beans. Arabica beans are then dried, sorted [...] Shopping For a Coffee Grinder
Millions of people love coffee, and today with the hundreds of gourmet brands of coffee, having the right coffee grinder in your home is nearly an essential. When you grind coffee beans, you are ensuring that you have a delicious, fresh cup of coffee.
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Who doesn’t enjoy a delectable cup of coffee? Although many of us buy coffee on the run from Starbucks and cafes, we still need a good cup of coffee at home, and also the option to offer our guests a quality cup of coffee. Choosing a good coffee machine is not that [...] Favourite Gift Ideas For Your Family And Friends
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If you’re running out of ideas about what to give your friends or family as birthday gifts or for other occasion, why not try giving them something that is custom or personalized? It doesn’t have to be anyway expensive. In fact it can be something as competitive as cheap photo mugs which are both [...] How To Enjoy A Cup Of Healthy Coffee?
There are an abundance of people drink coffee everyday, first thing in the morning, during worktime or while relaxing at home. Many brand new studies have shown that coffee lovers can drink without fear of rising their risk of heart disease. To be more definite, they can enjoy up to 6 cups of coffee [...] First Coffee Makers Review
If you were to go into any home in America, the likelihood of finding a coffee maker sitting on the counter are quite exceptional. Today, there are several different machines on the market, any decision about which one to procure requires scanning the best coffee makers reviews and getting exceptional, professional facts.
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Cooking over an open fire, providing even heat to the food was always a challenge and certain foods were just not able to be prepared over a flame. Until Dutch oven cooking made it to Europe in the 1700’s there were limitations to the type of cooking available, but since then, food items were [...] How To Buy An Espresso Machine
There are numerous Espresso Makers to pick from, and dozens of brand names. To reduce this complexity, approach the problem a bit like a scientist. List out all the features you can choose from, use this list to help you make the smartest buy. Here is a list of factors to [...] Green Mountain Coffee plans expansion, near and far
"We are in hiring mode here in Waterbury and in Essex and I don't anticipate that going away."
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters announced expansion plans this week that call for more Vermont jobs and the creation of an additional production facility - which will be built beyond the state's borders, company ... via BurlingtonFreePress.com
"The bottom line is people's pocketbooks are hurting and one of the first things they can cut out is a $4 cup of coffee that they used to buy five times a week"
Starbucks Corp. lowered its quarterly and 2008 profit forecast, saying it faced the "weakest economic environment" in its history. via VMSD
"Christian retailers used to be destination stores because of their inventory"
At the Crave Bookstore and Cafe in Lebanon, Tenn., you can buy Christian bestsellers like Max Lucado's '3:16' and 'Velvet Elvis' from Rob Bell, sample the latest CD from Third Day, or get just about any English ... via The Leaf-Chronicle
"Our financial results are clearly being impacted by reduced frequency (of visits) to our U.S. stores"
Starbucks Corp said on Wednesday it would slash U.S. coffee store openings through 2011 to cut costs in the face of weak U.S. sales and to focus more on growth abroad. via MSN Money
"The steeped tea was not recalled. That word just has such a negative connotation. We had a production issue with a batch of the tea and so we pulled it from our shelves"
Had Tim Hortons recalled their coffee, there would have been riots. Luckily taking its steeped tea off the menu has only stirred at tempest in a teapot. via CANOE
Starbucks Corp has plans to unveil two new drinks on Wednesday, the Wall Street Journal reported, as the Seattle company attempts to rejuvenate its coffee store business. via Reuters
"From the Cape of South Africa comes this large sundew with 3-inch to 8-inch leaves and pink flowers."
Gary is taking a week off to hold hands and go for long walks with his wife. He'll meet you here for your usual morning cup of coffee together on Tuesday, May 6. We'll print some of his columns from the past ... via Inside Bay Area
Boulder business fights 'freebie' tax Coffee shop owners to host legal-defense fundraiser By Heath Urie Monday, April 28, 2008 Eleanor Malcolm, 3, of Boulder, watches Beau Burris, a barista at Vic's Coffee on ... via Daily Camera
Apr 20, Coffee Reviews in plain English
A collection of coffee reviews, written in plain English. Apr 20, Coffee Review: Idaho Roasting Silver City Blend
Read our review of Idaho Roasting Company's Silver City Blend Apr 19, Keurig b50
Love it for the following reason: My husband and I wake up at different times. We can each enjoy hot, fresh coffee when we wake. And enjoy the type Apr 11, Coffee pods for airline coffee brewers?
QUESTION: We operate a Boeing 757- 200. We recently installed a new galley purchased 10 years ago. The coffee maker an Atlas standard Part Number Mar 29, Coffee from our new coffee maker tastes bad.
QUESTION: My wife and I are on our 4th new coffee maker and we cannot get rid of the plastic/chemical taste that the new coffee makers produce. Mar 22, Why coffee taste changes when it cools.
QUESTION: I have been wondering for a while why my cup of coffee changes taste when it cools. For example: when I brew a fresh pot of coffee and have Mar 15, Cuban Coffee Beans in a Cubita Espresso Cup
The Cubans are not unlike the Italians when it comes to coffee. In other words, they're more into making espresso than they are into brewing a mug of Mar 14, My boss likes strong coffee
QUESTION: My boss likes strong coffee. I work in a deli. The only complaints for coffee comes from my boss. I am using a large commercial drip coffee Mar 5, Filtered versus unfiltered coffee brewing.
QUESTION: Recently, I have heard discussion regarding filtered coffee is more desirable than unfiltered. Why is filtered coffee more desirable? Is Mar 5, What's that plastic knob on the Dunkin' Donuts coffee package?
QUESTION: Hi, I wonder if you could tell me what that plastic knob attached to the inside of my bag of Dunkin' Donuts coffee would be? ANSWER: Mar 4, How to process coffee, from the tree to the table.
QUESTION: I have a coffee tree in my backyard here on the big island of Hawaii. My question is, what is the process in drying the bean and then Mar 3, Has Maxwell House coffee gone bad?
QUESTION: I have used regular Maxwell House for many years, but lately it just is not any good. I used rich original, but now the bag or can says Mar 3, How many carbs and sugars in flavored coffees?
QUESTION: Since all the regular and decaf flavored (hazelnut, coconut, chocolate, etc) coffees that I have purchased do not give any nutrition facts, Mar 2, Coffee Review: Doi Chaang Piko's Peaberry Estate Coffee
Read our review of Doi Chaang Piko's Peaberry coffee from Northern Thaikand. Mar 2, Looking for a mild coffee, not bitter.
QUESTION: I am a relatively new coffee drinker and I am not sure what type of coffee to buy for home. I tried a dark French Roast but it tastes Feb 24, Coffee Cherry Pulper
It's amazing to see the variety of colors of the coffee cherries, before the pulp is removed and the coffee beans Feb 24, Green Coffee Beans
This is what coffee beans look like after they have been processed, but before they have been roasted. And yes, you can roast your own coffee beans Feb 23, Coffee Beans Drying on a Patio
Coffee drying on a flat patio in the sun. When we drink coffee, it's easy to forget just how much work goes into the cultivation, picking, drying and Feb 23, Doi Chaang Piko's Peaberry Coffee
These beautiful little coffee beans come from Northern Thailand. They are round, without a flat side, because peaberry coffee beans are unlike regular Feb 22, Kathy's Coffee Frappe
3 cups crushed ice 1 long black coffee left to cool 2 scoops icecream one and a half cups milk Combine all ingredients in blender until well mixed Feb 20, Another shot of a 120 kilo coffee roaster
Just another day at the Feb 20, 120 kilo Coffee Roaster
120 kilo Feb 20, Brazil
Coffee in Feb 18, Freezing coffee beans for storage
QUESTION: Years ago I started freezing my whole coffee beans as a storage method. Each morning I measure out the amount I want and grind them still Feb 16, my black cofi,latte, and cappucino
I MADE THESE THREE CLASSIC ESPRESSO COFI..THE CAFE AMERICANO, LATTE AND Feb 16, Flavia Fusion Drinks Station
I have a Flavia Fusion single brew coffee maker and love it. It uses coffee packets, not cups. They are vaccum packed and always fresh. The Feb 14, Do you know of any pod brewers suitable for an office?
QUESTION: We prefer a one-cup system for our office of 20, but are concerned about the waste that K cups produce. There doesn't seem to be a pod Feb 6, How do I make coffee for 50 people?
QUESTION: I borrowed a large electric percolator for a party. It does not have any directions. How would I make coffee for 50 people? ANSWER: Feb 3, Which is the best coffee maker with a burr grinder?
QUESTION: Opinions appreciated on which model to buy when you are looking for the best all around coffee maker with a burr grinder....I have read a Feb 2, Coffee and Raspberries
Another in the coffee flavor series of photos I am taking. I'm not sure if real raspberries have anything to do with raspberry flavored coffee you can Feb 2, The best coffee makers under $100
If you are looking for a good coffee maker for less than a hundred dollars, here's the place to start. Feb 1, Best coffee makers under $50
If you are looking for a good coffee maker, but want to get one for less than fifty dollars, here's the place to start. Jan 31, Which kind of espresso coffee should I use?.
QUESTION: Hello. I have a Saeco Vienna De Luxe. I am trying to get a nice cream espresso coffee. My question is, what type of brand espresso coffee Jan 31, Coffee and Almonds on Wood
I love finding new ways to photograph coffee beans. Their shape is wonderful, as are the tones you find according to how long they have been roasted. Jan 27, coffee poem #1
Here's my first attempt at combining three of my interests - writing poetry, taking photos and enjoying coffee. : Jan 26, hot coffee on a cold day
A cold but clear day, East of Montreal...grabbing a coffee to go after an excellent brunch Jan 25, after lunch espresso
Grabbed a quick photo of my after-lunch espresso. I know, there isn't much crema on top...but I have a very old and not terrible good espresso Jan 24, can i use coffee pods in a keurig brewer?
QUESTION: Can I use coffee pods in the Keurig machine? I have seen a little bit of information claiming that you can use the pods in the Keurig Jan 24, how is it best to store coffee beans while on vacation?
QUESTION: I'll be away from home for a few weeks. What is the best way to store my remaining open packages of Dunkin Donuts coffee while I'm gone? Jan 23, can you help with our thin watery coffee?
QUESTION: We bought the Black and Decker HomeCafe based on Consumers. The coffee is thin and watery even though we've tried several brands. Any Jan 22, is it ok to buy a cheap coffee grinder?
QUESTION: I have noticed there is a huge difference in the prices of different coffee grinders. Anywhere from twenty to two hundred dollars. Is it OK Jan 20, Friends of Coffee Detective
This is where you will find a list of companies and sites which have in some way extended some kindness to the Coffee Detective site. Jan 19, vintage manual coffee grinder
I purchased this from Ebay and have been using it each morning for home use. The little hopper and drawer hold 2 Tbsp. of fresh grounds, so it's Jan 18, senseo supreme vs original model
My husband got me the original Senseo model (7810) for my 40th bday about 3 years ago. I fell in love with that coffee maker. It made outstanding Jan 18, what about ethical shopping for coffee?
QUESTION: Ethical shopping is important to me. What are my options when it comes to buying and making coffee? ANSWER: Good question. And yes, there Jan 16, Coffee Strategy
With this photo,I wanted to capture an image that demonstrated the sophisticated nature of the coffee connoisseur. Jan 16, One Dollar Coffee Maker
Yes, I made a mug of coffee with this. My coffee maker comprises four stir sticks, one sheet of paper kitchen towel and four paper clips. Did it make Jan 15, Midmorning Mocha & Biscotti
This is a picture I took recently of my mug of mocha on a cutting board that I made, with a few biscotti on the side. It made a great midmorning Jan 15, Crema anyone?
Modified KitchenAid Pro Line, pullin' big Jan 14, Finding the best coffee beans
If you are looking for the best coffee, don't just listen to the experts listen to your taste buds. もう知ってましたか？
最近テレビなどで話題の「クロロゲン酸」！
ダイエットに関わりのある成分だそうです。
焙煎前の生コーヒー豆に、この「クロロゲン酸」が
たっぷり含まれていることが発見されました。
通常のコーヒーにはわずかしか含まれていないそうですよ。
【クロロゲン生コーヒ... Dr. Ernesto Illy Passes On
illy Collections for Sale or Trade
Over the years I've gotten many emails asking if I would sell one or more of my sets - I'm always hesitant to do so, because I'd rather trade - but here it is - my active "for sale or trade" listings with firm prices and trade suggestions. CoffeeGeek Highs and Lows
A preview of what to expect from our coverage of this year's Specialty Coffee Association of America 2008 Trade Show and Conference, live from Minneapolis. Read more...
Mark takes a look at the latest rumours flying around about Starbucks "next big thing" (they seem to have a big thing every few weeks lately) as well as keeping you up to date on the fundraising for CoffeeKids, a massive excerpt from a new book coming out on espresso, and much more. Read more...
Ed Kaufmann travels from Brooklyn to Panama to visit the Hacienda Esmeralda plantation and the farms of Boquete, in the state of Chiriqui at the foot of Volcan Baru. Read more...
The story of a farm manager and the wonderful coffee he helped to produce for Finca Vista Hermosa, and the legacy he leaves behind. His life, and that of his son were tragically cut short by roadside bandits. Read more...
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. Read more...
Lois Maffeo jets from the Pacific Northwest down to the relationship-centered Let's Talk Coffee event — an annual gathering of growers and roasters that most recently took place in Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Read more...
The world of coffee lost one of the true giants and innovators in the advancement of espresso science, chemistry, understanding, art and culture. We remember you... and thank you, Dr. Illy. Read more...
Liz Clayton journeyed across five Canadian provinces (with a brief foray into the US) to savour great coffees, tour great roasteries, and enjoy great cafés. Some people have all the luck! This is the final entry in a three-part chronicle of her grand tour of coffee. Read more...
A push to raise some solid funds for the charitable organization CoffeeKids, as well as some discussion about new coffees, a look at thermoblocks vs. boilers, and a preview of the WBC machine certifications. Read more...
Illy Caffé CEO Andrea Illy spoke to the New York Academy of Sciences last month in Manhattan. CoffeeGeek's Liz Clayton recaps the lecture, and sits down with the chemist-cum-exec for a wee little chat. Read more...
Getting back to his long time column on CoffeeGeek, Paul Pratt writes his first in a series of rebuild articles, this time with a closeup look at the classic Faema E61 full restoration. Read more...
Review of the i-Roast 2 Home Roaster
The i-Roast coffee bean roaster is a handy little kitchen gadget that can provide you with freshly roasted beans in just minutes. This was my first attempt at roasting my... White Chocolate and Ginger Biscotti
Winter is almost over, but I'm still craving warm treats. My coffee alone isn't enough, so I've whipped up a batch of biscotti to dunk. So far, my favourite... Before You Buy a Coffee Grinder
If you've decided to take the next step in getting fresh coffee each morning, you'll be in the market for a good grinder for your roasted coffee beans. Don't... Chicory
Ground and roasted chicory is often found blended with coffee, or even brewed all by itself for a caffeine-free alternative. The chicory root is used for coffee, but the leaves... Growing Your Own Tea at Home
You might be surprised that you don't require an exotic climate or expensive equipment to grow a tea plant all your own. Now, that's fresh! Of course, growing the tea... Hawaiian Kona Coffee
Even if you're not a high-class coffee connoisseur, there is a good chance you've heard of a few of the best-known coffee regions in the world. Kona coffee comes from... What is Guarana?
After learning about caffeinated beer, I got curious about guarana. It's the latest thing in energy drinks, and is really just another source of caffeine. Though it's a common... Top Ways to Make a Bad Cup of Coffee
Sure, making coffee is a simple process. But there are plenty of things that can ruin your brew. Here is a handy list of ways to make a bad cup... Top Sources for Organic Coffee
Organic coffee is better for your body, and better for the Earth. If you are interesting in supporting coffee suppliers that treat the environment with respect, try buying from one... Mighty Leaf Tea Review
Trying all the varieties of Mighty Leaf tea was a pleasure. Their teas are made with whole leaves, herbs and spices, and served up either loose or in nice roomy... Dennis Martinez National Stadium
The Dennis Martinez National Stadium has seen political struggle, fought against natural disasters and has united a nation in overwhelming victory at baseball games, football games, concerts and events. It was not always known as the Dennis Martinez National Stadium, but it has always brought people together, to forget about their daily struggles and loose themselves in their favorite sport for an hour or two. Today, its name stands as a reminder of one of the greatest baseball players in the history of Nicaragua. Building New Hope at Café Chavalos
Starting from humble beginnings, Café Chavalos has grown to be a major attraction in Granada, Nicaragua, drawing crowds of local people and swarms of tourists to enjoy what has been referred to as “the best tasting cuisine in town”. Café Chavalos is a project of the volunteer driven, non-profit organization known as Building New Hope, which is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Granada, Nicaragua. A Wildlife Adventure at Refugio Bartola
Refugio Bartola is a nature reserve in Nicaragua that is positively brimming with wildlife. It is situated at the confluence of the Rio San Juan and its tributary, the Rio Bartola, about halfway along the 190 kilometer river’s journey from Lake Nicaragua to the Caribbean Sea. Numerous trips and tours are on offer for nature-loving tourists who want to get a close look at the amazing flora and fauna in this beautiful area. Tour the Coffee Museum in Matagalpa
Nicaragua is a major producer of coffee, which is exported throughout North and South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. As a vital contributor to the Nicaraguan economy, it seems fitting that there should be a museum devoted to all aspects of this popular beverage. The Coffee Museum, situated close to the central park of the city of Matagalpa, is a popular tourist attraction for visitors to Nicaragua’s main coffee growing area. Make Some Time to Visit Subtiava
Largely occupied by Subtiava Indians, the barrio of Subtiava is situated about four kilometers west of León’s city center in Nicaragua. Although it is now a suburb, Subtiava long predates León and existed as an independent community for centuries before being incorporated into the city in 1902. Subtiavia is home to one of the oldest churches in Nicaragua. The recently renovated 300 year old Subtiava Indian Church is open to visitors and offers interesting insight into the history of the area. Awesome Sounds of DJ Craze
Aristh Delgado, better known as DJ Craze, was born in Managua, Nicaragua, on 19 November 1977. During the merciless war that engulfed Nicaragua in the 1980’s, the Delgado family fled their homeland and moved to San Francisco in California. Not long after they arrived in California, the family decided to move to the city of Miami in Florida, where they still live today. As a young child, DJ Craze was told that he could be whatever he chose if he put his mind to it. So he put his fingers to his turntables, and jumped onto the road that would lead him to stardom. Tour the Flor de Cana Rum Factory
Just outside the city of Leon lies Chichigalpha. Located at the foot of the San Cristobal Volcano, Nicaragua, it has not become famous for the beauty and fascination of the mountain, but for its rum. Interestingly, the Ingenio San Antonia sugar factory not only produces sugar in the region, but uses the cane sugar to generate electricity. And even though the sugar factory is a large industry in Chichigalpa, it is the attraction of the rum factory, Flor de Cana, that steals the show. Rio Escalante Chacocente Wildlife Refuge
Nicaragua is a diverse and beautiful holiday destination. Its magnificent wildlife and unique natural landscapes of lush forests and rivers, have led to approximately eighty percent of Nicaragua being protected and its fauna and flora cared for by wildlife conservation organizations. The 4 800 acres of coastal beaches and forests of the Rio Escalante Chacocente Wildlife Refuge were put under the protection of the Richland Centre, Community Conservation and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, to study the area and assist in its safe keeping. Adventure Awaits at Cutirre Farm
Nicaragua is known as one of the coffee capitals of the world. Breathtaking coffee plantations lie scattered amongst the spectacular Nicaraguan landscapes. One of the most beautiful working coffee plantations is located just outside Granada. The Cuttire Farm is a privately owned coffee farm that has many attractions and activities for visitors to enjoy. Over and above the attractions here, guests will lose themselves in the splendor of the views and natural wonders that surround the farm. Hike to the Beautiful San Ramón Waterfall
The San Ramón Waterfall (also known as Cascada San Ramón) is situated about a third of the way up the southern slope of the Maderas Volcano on the island of Ometepe in Lake Nicaragua. There are a number of ways to reach the beginning of the trail to the waterfall, but the last two kilometers or so can only be covered on foot. On seeing the stunning beauty of the San Ramón Waterfall, many visitors to the lovely island of Ometepe agree that the effort of the hike is well worthwhile. La caduta dell'impero romano
Non solo l'addio al Campidoglio. Il voto di Roma segna la sconfitta della strategia di Veltroni. E il Pd rischia la disintegrazione della sua dirigenza Nepal, il video delle violenze sui pacifisti tibetani
Esplodono le tensioni a Kathmandu tra la polizia e i manifestanti pacificamente riuniti davanti all'ambasciata cinese per protestare contro l'arrivo della fiaccola olimpica. Il nostro inviato era là e ha filmato tutto: manganellate, feriti, arresti Buchi neri allo stadio
L’autista che cambia versione. I filmati che non quadrano. L’autopsia dubbia. Ecco le zone d’ombra nell’inchiesta su Raciti La classe operaia va all'inferno
Il 1° maggio, insieme a Repubblica o L'espresso, il documentario esclusivo sulla tragedia della ThyssenKrupp Alla corte dei privilegi
Uno stipendio doppio di quello del capo dello Stato. Appartamento di servizio. Assistenti. Liquidazioni da favola. Auto con chauffeur anche dopo la fine del mandato. La vita dorata dei giudici costituzionali Manager stile Cayman
I ricchi guadagni e le società offshore di Davide Serra. Che sfida i salotti buoni nel nome della trasparenza Tonino l'antagonista
Collaborazione sulle riforme. Ma no secco a nuove regole ad personam. L'opposizione secondo il leader Idv. Colloquio con Antonio Di Pietro Com'è smart Dennis
Un vedovo che riscopre l'amore. In una commedia agrodolce che ha conquistato il Sundance Festival, Quaid scopre il cinema indipendente. E ritrova il sorriso. Intervista a Dennis Quaid Bird Friendly Coffee in Japan
Ogawa to offer Bird Friendly coffee in a nationwide supermarket chain in Japan. Bird Nest Monitoring Workshop
Free workshop for aspiring citizen scientists who wish to become backyard naturalists. Coffee Bars Order Coffee Online - So can you!
Have you been thinking about opening up a coffee bar but you are trying to figure out the logistics of ordering and getting supplies? Many people are not aware of this, but coffee bars order coffee online and then have it delivered to their business. This allows for them to run their business smoothly, getting the coffee that they need when they need it, but not putting any more effort into the ordering and receiving process than is necessary. Healthy Coffee - Live long and prosper!
Ever wondered if what you are drinking is healthy coffee, or has it never even crossed your mind. There has been a lot of debate over the years about how healthy or unhealthy coffee is for the body. If you ask any doctor on the spot most of them would probably give you a vague answer that included eating and drinking everything in moderation. While is this a good rule of thumb, what if you knew that the cup of warmth that you enjoy every morning was actually healthy coffee? Decaf Coffee - Whats the fuss over caffeine?
So, every time you go out and get coffee you order decaf. What exactly is that? Do you know what the difference is besides the caffeine between the regular coffee and the decaf? It is funny how we can go through much of our lives eating and drinking things, such as decaf coffee, and not really know much about them. Here you will learn a little bit more about that hot brew that you enjoy so much. You might actually learn something that you could have never guessed. Enjoy Flavored Coffee Syrups Today!
Have you seen the flavored coffee syrups in the grocery stores and wondered what they are all about? These syrups come in many different varieties and can be used in many different ways, you simply need to choose one and put it to work for you! Many coffee houses use the flavored syrups to make different flavored drinks such as those caramel and hazelnut flavored coffees that you love so much. Coffee Roasters - From Grean to Bean!
There are many coffee roasters on the market today each of them offering you something different. Ten or 15 years ago there were not many home use machines for consumers to buy, but now you can find some really practical as well as really high quality machines that will allow you to not only brew your own coffee in your home, but also roast it. Which Coffee Grinder? Here are the basics…
A coffee grinder is an essential part of any coffee lovers set up. If you want the best tasting coffee you need to make sure that you have a grinder. When you use a grinder you are able to use freshly roasted beans to make your coffee. The fresher your coffee beans are the better your coffee will taste. If you have been using pre-ground coffee beans up until now, you don’t know what you are missing! Coffee Makers for the home, office or business!
There are many different coffee makers on the market today for you to choose from, you simply have to determine what sort of machine you would like. Whether you need a machine for home, the office, or your business there are plenty of different models for you to choose from. Whether you are making coffee for just a few or you are making coffee for a whole café or restaurant full of people, there is a machine out there for you. Some of the most impressive machines on the market today are of the commercial variety because they are capable of doing so much. Shopping for commercial machines really can be overwhelming, though! Coffee Supplies from people who really know what you want!
If you own a business and you serve coffee there are going to be some coffee supplies that you need. The best way to get these supplies is to find someone who has all or most of them so you can get everything from the same reliable source. You may be surprised how many things that you need to consider when you look into coffee supplies, as there are many different things out there for you to think about. Coffee Beans - Full of surprises!
You drink coffee all the time, but do you really know what coffee beans are? Do you know where they come from? There is a lot that you can learn about these little beans that may enlighten you or just surprise you. Perhaps if you learn a little bit more about the beans you will enjoy that cup of coffee each morning or afternoon all the more. Coffee Services to help your business stay at the top!
Coffee services are as vast and varied as the different types of coffee that are on the market today, so if you would like to have coffee in the office there are many different services that will make coffee service as simple as possible. Many businesses are hesitant to serve coffee because they know that it can be more of a hassle than it is worth. When you have the right services at your beck and call it will suddenly become so much easier to serve coffee in the work place. 水出しコーヒーの保存
水出し珈琲の焙煎が決まりブレンドも完成し味に自信のものが出来て店舗では飲食店営業... 水出し珈琲用の焙煎の取り組み
焙煎に当たっては昔オランダ人がなぜこのような時間のかかる抽出方法を思いついたのか... ダッチコーヒー（水出し珈琲）コーヒー豆の選定
ブレンドに関しては仮説を立て現在使用中のブラジルナチュラル・コロンビア「Utz ... ダッチ式抽出でアイスコーヒーを作る
昨年より試行錯誤を繰り返しやっと方向性が見えてきました。 当社創業よりひそかなヒ... モカの買付け＜水洗処理場＞
水洗処理場と乾燥棚 いよいよシダモのエリアの最初の出荷場に出発します。 チョット... モカの買付け＜産地へ＞
エチオピア産地までの道のり １１月８日、早朝7：00出発： いよいよ今日は、今回... モカ・コーヒーの買い付け
11月5日：エチオピア買い付けに行ってきます 人気商品の「アビシニ... ドリップコーヒー
毎日飲むコーヒーをおいしくする器具として手軽で経済的、しかも自分の味が作れる［... 抽出器具の特徴について
◎抽出器具の特徴◎ 布ドリップ 自分で時間、温度、量、を決定でき、慣れると非常に... 手網焙煎器の手順
コーヒーの味は豆そのものやいれ方はもちろんですが、ローストの程度や良し悪しもそ... 直火式エスプレッソ
☆家庭用直火式二人用、エスプレッソ器具の入れ方 粉は1人分３〜５ｇ 微細挽き（ミ... サイフォン
☆サイフォンの使い方 【準備：ロートにフィルターをセットして粉を入... サステイナブル（持続可能な）農業
☆サステイナブル（持続可能な）農業とは 農家に適当な生産対価を支払い、製品にイ... スペシャルティーコーヒーって
☆スペシャルティコーヒーとは 当店では「スペシャルティコーヒーの社内基準を作... コーヒーの木に関するQ&A （その2）
Q16 こんにちは！コーヒーの木を育てておりますが、ちょっと失敗しかけていて・・... カフェイン中毒クロニクル
この日記は、プライベートモードに設定されています。一時的に閉じます。再開しばしお待ちを。 Coffee & Health - Pregnancy,...
Caffeine is an alkaloid. There are numerous compounds calledalkaloids, among them we have the methylxanthines, with three distinguished compounds:caffeine, theophylline, and theobromine, found in cola nuts, coffee, tea, cacao beans,mate and other plants. These compounds have different biochemical effects, and are presentin different ratios in the different plant sources. These compounds are very similar anddiffer only by the presence of methyl groups in two positions of the chemical... Peet's Coffee & Tea
Many coffee companies use computer profiling to roast their coffees. But we believe no computer can roast beans like a skilled roaster can. CoffeeKid - Espresso Nirvana: Can it...
But by the 1880s, the Germans, French and Italians are experimenting with using steam pressure to force water to higher than 1 atmosphere (normal air pressure) to get more essence out of finer grind coffee. By 1905, the first commercial success - the Pavoni/Bezerra Ideale Espresso machine. This machine extracted a heavy coffee essence using about 1.5 atmospheres of pressure. Was this the peak? Selecting a Coffee Brewing Method
Espresso: There are two different types of espresso makers: the stove top model and the household electric counter top model. The later resembles the large espresso makers seen in all the European bars and American coffee houses. They force hot water through grounds directly into your waiting demitasse cup. CRS Fair Trade
Our mission: Provide customers with the best quality products at fair prices, bring farmers and consumers closer by educating consumers about coffee and tea and by educating farmers about consumers' needs, and pay farmers a fair price so they can provide for their families and communities and live with dignity. Coffee & Fair Trade
But there is an alternative. Using internationally recognized fair trade standards, Equal Exchange seeks to balance the inequities found in the conventional coffee trade. Coffee is a leading source of income for the Developing World. Through fair trade, it can be a delicious and powerful tool to bring about positive change for small farmers and their families. Coffee Association of Canada
"This is not just about charity," Ward Fowler, a partner with Milwaukee-based Alterra Coffee Roasters, said during the meeting between coffee roasters and growers from across Latin America in Oaxaca City, near Mexico's Pacific coast. "Fair Trade is an incredible marketing tool." We've Seen the Future and...
Capresso’s most adventurous machine to date may be the C2000, an automatic coffee and espresso center which effectively brings a fine European cafe to your home. Swiss-made, as are the other Capresso models, the C2000 offers a completely automated process for making everything from a short shot of espresso to two 16-ounce cups of joe. Also equipped with a burr grinder, this machine will grind,... It's All About Coffee
But these days we're not settling for just any old cup of joe. The increase in the quality and variety of coffee has spawned a concomitant increase in the number of coffeemakers, primarily in the drip and French press styles. From water purification systems to timers that tell you how long it has been since the coffee was brewed, machines today have every conceivable feature, except one that shakes you out of bed in the morning. How to make great coffee
Whole beans will begin to lose freshness 21 days after roasting. As with ground coffee, freshness of whole bean coffee can be substantially extended if vacuum packed, to avoid exposure to oxygen. CAPRESSO
The frothXpress PLUS system helps you to prepare perfect cappuccinos and lattes cup after cup. It automatically siphons milk from the cold milk container, combines it with hot steam and delivers hot, frothed milk into your Cappuccino cups. Turn the dial of the frothXpress plus to the latte setting and the frothXpress plus will deliver hot steamed milk with very little or no froth for that... BonJour Products - French Press...
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You remember the anecdote regarding my “chocolate-caramel-cappuccino” friend and the Kenyan coffee he murdered with his sweet tooth? Kenya, pulled as a single-origin espresso, reminds me of eating chocolate truffles accompanied by some fine Italian red wine: a rich, fruity coffee balanced with every good aspect of sweet I could ever ask for. Experimenting with single-origin shots allows the barista to see the reasons why their blend tastes the way it does. You can explore all the realms: the... CoffeeKid - Sunday Night Musings
I'm also furiously wrapping up the First Look (finally) for the Expobar Office Pulser (provided by Whole Latte Love , the Isomac Millenium (provided by Chris Coffee , and the detailed review for the Isomac Zaffiro (also provided by Chris Coffee). All three are pretty much final, but the words aren't cohesive yet, and the photos need some last minute photoshoppin'.
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