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Coffee Tips

Posted by Karen on 08 Feb 2008 | Tagged as: General, Coffee Facts, Coffee Tips & Tricks

Coffee Storage
Never store your coffee in the refrigerator. Coffee will absorb flavors and aromas from other food products in your refrigerator. Freezing coffee can also have a damaging effect, and we do not recommend this practice unless you will not use-up your supply of coffee for a prolonged period of time [two weeks or more]. […]

Roasting Coffee In A Popcorn Popper

Posted by Karen on 01 Feb 2008 | Tagged as: General

Yes, just as the title says - Roasing coffee in a popcorn popper.
I found this facinating article at CoffeeGeek.com that outlines how to roast coffee in a popcorn popper.  Although this is a ’should not do at home’ type concept - risk of fire and all that - it is a concept that is sound and […]

3 Coffee Brewing Tips

Posted by Karen on 30 Jan 2008 | Tagged as: General, Coffee Tips & Tricks, Coffee

Want to brew the perfect cup of coffee?
Here are 3 simple tips that will make a difference in every single cup you drink.
Tip #1
Clean Coffee Pot
A clean pot is essential and can make a world of difference in the taste of your coffee. Old oils from previous batches of coffee and soap residue left on […]

Holiday Dieting

Posted by Karen on 12 Dec 2007 | Tagged as: General

Instead of eating less, eat several small, high-protein meals about every three hours. This will make you feel satisfied, so you won’t scarf down excess holiday food. Plus, eating small, high-protein meals more often kick-starts your metabolism.
Here’s a sample meal plan to try:

Breakfast - a bowl of Ezekiel cereal, made with sprouted grains and high-quality […]

Coffee variations

Posted by Karen on 18 Mar 2006 | Tagged as: General

Caffe Latte
A Caffe Latte is a single shot of espresso with steamed milk. There is not frothed milk in this drink. A Caffe Latte should have approximately a 3:1 ratio of milk to coffee. Note: ordering a Latte in an Italian restaurant may get you a glass of milk so be sure to order Caffe […]

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