Archive for December, 2006

Exploring Irish Coffee Our resident mixologist and barista extraordinare, Arthur

Sunday, December 31st, 2006

Exploring Irish Coffee
Exploring Irish Coffee

Our resident mixologist and barista extraordinare, Arthur Wynne starts his new column with a Celtic bang - an in depth look at the coffee beverage synonymous with Ireland - the Irish Coffee… plus a bonus signature drink!
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From the Coffee Cup’s Rim
Coffee Haiku from Haiku blogger Martin Cohen.

Biscotti Recipes Don’t leave Santa the same plate of plain,

Saturday, December 30th, 2006

Biscotti Recipes
Don’t leave Santa the same plate of plain, store-bought cookies again this year. Be a little more adventurous and make some biscotti instead. It’s not difficult, and they are wonderful…

Cold Brewed Coffee on the Cheap
If you are a regular visitor to this site, you are already probably aware of the drink that is known as cold-brewed coffee. There are at least two other articles that go into the advantages/disadvantages of the cold brewing method compared to the many hot-brewing methods available.

Capresso ST600 Coffee Maker We take a first gander and

Saturday, December 30th, 2006

Capresso ST600 Coffee Maker
Capresso ST600 Coffee Maker

We take a first gander and product walk through of one of the latest coffee brewers from Capresso - the definitely art deco ST600 Thermal coffee brewer.
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Early Morning Coffee Shop Burglary Under Investigation (KOTV 6 Tulsa)

Friday, December 29th, 2006

Early Morning Coffee Shop Burglary Under Investigation (KOTV 6 Tulsa)
Sapulpa Police are investigating the burglary of the Java Dave’s Coffee shop located at 122 West Taft.

The Cup of Excellence and the NCA
The Cup of Excellence and the NCA

Susie Spindler, the Executive Director of ACE, the overseeing body for Cup of Excellence, speaks out about the recent ACE / NCA Alliance, and gives some history about the CoE and how it started.
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Coffee Kids: Expanding Our Frontiers
Coffee Kids: Expanding Our Frontiers

Bill Fishbein talks about Coffee Kids’ latest efforts in South America - bringing better health care and more to the coffee-growing families of Peru.
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Voters Toss Smith After Coffee Incident (Queens Chronicle)
State Sen. Ada Smith survived altercations with police, security guards and staffers, but in the end it was a small cup of coffee that did her in.

Stocking Stuffers Small and slim gifts that you can drop

Thursday, December 28th, 2006

Stocking Stuffers
Small and slim gifts that you can drop in a coffee or tea lovers stocking this Christmas. These little presents are simple and inexpensive, which can be helpful if you…

Coffee Snob Cold Drip Coffee Maker
I’ve had the chance to review a very unusual coffee maker, one that you likely find in your local small appliance aisle. It’s tall and lovely, and will brew you…

Coffee Snob Cold Drip Coffee Maker I’ve had the chance

Wednesday, December 27th, 2006

Coffee Snob Cold Drip Coffee Maker
I’ve had the chance to review a very unusual coffee maker, one that you likely find in your local small appliance aisle. It’s tall and lovely, and will brew you…

Top Flavors for the Holidays
With so many traditional foods around the Christmas holidays, I’m sure you are sentimental about a few of them. Why not put some seasonal joy in your cup with some…

Biscotti Recipes Don’t leave Santa the same plate of plain,

Tuesday, December 26th, 2006

Biscotti Recipes
Don’t leave Santa the same plate of plain, store-bought cookies again this year. Be a little more adventurous and make some biscotti instead. It’s not difficult, and they are wonderful…

Shock Coffee Has Local Customers Buzzing (Action News 4 Pittsburgh)
WTAE Channel 4 Action News reporter Kelly Frey spoke to coffee drinkers at Margaret’s Fine Imports in Squirrel Hill, Pittsburgh.

Stocking Stuffers
Small and slim gifts that you can drop in a coffee or tea lovers stocking this Christmas. These little presents are simple and inexpensive, which can be helpful if you…

People call me Baby doll & ask me for coffee-Sophie

Monday, December 25th, 2006

People call me Baby doll & ask me for coffee-Sophie (Glamsham.com)
Sophie Chaudhary is still basking in the stupendous success of PYAAR KE SIDE EFFECTS. She recounts her experience as the sultry Baby Doll a.k.a Tanya in PKSE. I am proud to be a part of PKSE. It was wonderful working with the entire unit of PKSE. People have appreciated my work and I am grateful to all of them.

Capresso ST600 Coffee Maker We take a first gander and

Sunday, December 24th, 2006

Capresso ST600 Coffee Maker
Capresso ST600 Coffee Maker

We take a first gander and product walk through of one of the latest coffee brewers from Capresso - the definitely art deco ST600 Thermal coffee brewer.
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Popular coffee house for sale (The Union)
The Beat, Grass Valley’s swinging coffee house, is up for sale. Owner and musician Ray Laflin says he’s selling his business so that he can devote more energy to his recording studio, located in the back of the coffee house.

Spa Gifts for Coffee and Tea Lovers
Left the gift suggestions continue! Since most coffee and tea drinkers enjoy a little indulgence, I thought that some spa gift ideas would be most appropriate. Here are a selection…

Editor’s Choice Awards 2006 - Espresso
Editor's Choice Awards 2006 - Espresso

As part of our celebration for five years on the Internet, CoffeeGeek is introducing our first ever Editor’s Choice awards! In this first of two parts, we’ll be looking at some top picks in the world of espresso.
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The Controversial WBC A detailed and frank look at the

Saturday, December 23rd, 2006

The Controversial WBC
The Controversial WBC

A detailed and frank look at the controversies surrounding this year’s WBC, from judging choices to the social events, and suggestions on how to improve for next year in Japan.
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Health Benefits of Herbal Teas
With cold winter weather almost here, it’s a perfect time to experiment with some new herbal teas to help boost your health. Here is a list of many common herbs…

Ascaso Steel Duo Espresso Machine
Ascaso Steel Duo Espresso Machine

We take a product walkaround view of the new machine from Spain-based Ascaso: the Ascaso Steel Duo, a dual heater (boiler / thermoblock) espresso machine.
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Yale MBAs to study abroad in nod to marketplace (CNN.com)
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut (AP) — For one group of graduate business students at Yale, next month’s lessons will take place on pineapple, banana and coffee plantations in Costa Rica.