Nespresso was the beginning of my coffee journey. My family bought me one for my 23rd birthday and that was about 7 years ago. I have since moved on to other coffee brewing tools such as the V60, Chemex and Aeropress, you can read this blog post here. But the convenience and quality of Nespresso …
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Is coffee good or bad?
Is coffee good or bad for you? For many, coffee has become a ritual. It surely is a ritual for me, a way to take a break during a hectic work day, and a moment to share with friends and loved ones. So how much coffee can you actually drink in a day? I have …
Why I support local coffee brands
Why should you support local or think about supporting local coffee brands? This has been on my mind a lot lately. A friend of mine back in Cape Town shared a news article about how the coffee industry is nearing a global crisis. This was the perfect time to discuss this topic and you can …
San Francisco Coffee Guide
So I decided to list a few of my favorite coffee spots around San Francisco and provide a short coffee guide on my favorite coffee spots. 1. Saint Frank First up is Saint Frank. This little cafe is definitely one of my favorite coffee spots in San Francisco, mainly because they can make a delicious …
When can we start saving the planet again?
Many are thinking, what is going to be the lasting impact of single use coffee cups during COVID. If that isn’t on your mind, it sure is on mine. It’s been months now since bringing your own reusable cup has been banned from coffee shops. Everytime I get a takeaway coffee, I’m reminded that this …
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How I pick the best coffee shops when traveling
Do you find yourself struggling to decide on a coffee shop to pop into when traveling? I would love to try as many new coffee spots when I’m traveling but sometimes there’s just not enough time. As a result, I wanted to share how I pick the best coffee shops when traveling in two very …
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How to make the perfect cup of coffee at home using a Hairo V60
In last week’s post, I shared the three coffee products that I’ve used in the past. Right now, I’m using the Hario V60 every day and loving how easy it is to use. I wanted to share how you can make the perfect cup of coffee at home using a Hario V60 or another brewing …
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The Best Coffee Products – Aeropress, Chemex, and Hario V60
Turning your home into your office has some peaks, but I do miss grabbing a flat white on my way to the office. Even with coffee shops opening and offering outdoor seating, I’m really enjoying making coffee at home. My coffee brewing tools and products have expanded from the Aeropress to the Chemex to the …
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Coffee in Italy
After my trip to Paris, I was eager to plan my next coffee destination. I was also planning a wedding so 2016 was out for a coffee excursion. In 2017 my husband and I decided to travel to Italy. We were meant to go to Vietnam but some amazing flight deals to Italy popped up, …
Coffee in Paris
With more time on my hands, I’ve been reflecting on why I love coffee so much. And why I associate traveling with coffee. It really all began in 2015 when I was drinking coffee in Paris and taking the whole cultural experience in. I am by no means a coffee expert, I have definitely become …