If you can’t function until you’ve had your coffee in the morning, you’ll appreciate how beneficial caffeine can be. But did you know that amongst its many effects, caffeine also has an impact on adrenaline? Most of us associate adrenaline with a high-octane environment, but it’s a substance our body produces every day. And you[…]
Having some alone time to wind down and sit with your thoughts is something we all look forward to. After the long days and nights dedicated to our busy fast-paced lives, a lot of things may go unnoticed. Do you ever have weeks where you have no idea what day it is? Well, this is[…]
Authentic sociality flourishes in these places as seen by baristas and their interactions with customers. By Dr. John ManzoAssociate Professor of SociologyUniversity of Calgary Abstract Contemporary social life is often depicted, in and out of the social sciences, as an ever-worsening subterfuge of alienation, ennui, and the systematic destruction of traditional, human-scaled, publicly-accessible, “organic” sociality[…]
Coffee is one of Vienna’s legacies, but how will the city hold onto its past while adapting to the changing culture? The Kaffeehäuser are the public living rooms of Vienna. The home of Mozart and Freud is as famed for its coffee culture as it is for opera. From the grand vaulted ceilings of Café[…]
How the coffeehouse came to occupy a central place in 17th and 18th-century English culture and commerce. The drinking of coffee is a familiar feature of modern life, little-remarked on as part of our busy morning routines. The coffee-house though, traces its history back over more than 300 years, and offers a fascinating insight into[…]
Such a big impact, the incremental revival of our neighborhoods, our downtowns, and our urban spirits. By Arian HorbovetzThe Urban Phoenix I walked in the door of the coffee house for the first time, ordered a java and looked around at the rugged, eclectic yet humble decor. A little colorful funk blended with beatnik character[…]
Elements of modern coffeehouses include slow-paced gourmet service, alternative brewing techniques, and inviting decor. Introduction Coffee culture is the set of traditions and social behaviors that surround the consumption of coffee, particularly as a social lubricant. The term also refers to the cultural diffusion and adoption of coffee as a widely consumed stimulant. In the[…]
A heterogeneous group of people came together to engage in rational debate without regard to rank. Abstract In the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, the London coffeehouse and the Parisian salon functioned as what Jürgen Habermas has identified as the public sphere: a place for social interaction outside the private sphere (the home) and the sphere[…]
Topics discussed included politics and political scandals, daily gossip, fashion, current events, philosophy, science, and more. Introduction English coffeehouses in the 17th and 18th centuries were public social places where men would meet for conversation and commerce. For the price of a penny, customers purchased a cup of coffee and admission. Travellers introduced coffee as a beverage to England during[…]
Coffee shops are a popular place of gathering for a wide range of consumers. Whether it be the freelancer typing away in the corner on their laptop or the group of girlfriends catching up on their week, coffee shops do so much more than provide people with coffee; they provide solace.What better way to do[…]
Cafe culture is such a big part of our lives. We need our daily shot of caffeine to get us going. The coffee bean has a long history – let’s tell you the story. Industries evolve over time and even those, such as our favourite coffee shop, will change. In the US, coffee is a[…]
Medical Marijuana is already legal in many states and more are on the way. One of the major trends is the growing popularity of CBD (cannabidiol) coffee drinks. Here’s more about that and other developments in the MMJ market. What Is CBD Coffee? CBD is an oil extract of the cannabis plant that does not[…]
Coffee is certainly one of the most popular hot beverages and can be very expensive. If you’re looking to cut down on your costs, then purchasing a home coffee maker is a great choice. In this article, we’ll discuss how you can choose the perfect coffee maker for your tastes. Determine your budget The very[…]
Ever since it was first discovered, coffee was played a big role in our lives. Over time, it’s become ingrained in our culture. As a result, people are always looking for the best way to extract flavor from the beans and produce a delicious drink. To understand this area, let’s look at the history of[…]
Over the years, the way that we drink coffee has changed a lot with many people now finding themselves addicted to drinking a cup a day. With recent developments in global warming, we should all be doing what we can to ensure we are reducing our carbon footprint and the waste that we are contributing.[…]
Coffee is the second most traded commodity in the world. Introduction We should start this post with a declaration of interest. We absolutely love coffee. Whether it’s latte, macchiato, flat white (or cafe au lait for Marion!) we drink it everyday! We’re going to highlight the connections between coffee and geology! As well as being[…]
Coffeehouses became a spot not just to enjoy a cup but to exchange ideas. Coffee is a powerful beverage. On a personal level, it helps keep us awake and active. On a much broader level, it has helped shape our history and continues to shape our culture. Coffee plants grow wild in Ethiopia and were[…]
According to legend, the Ethiopian shepherd Kaldim introduced the properties of coffee to humanity in the 9th century. He noticed that his goats began galloping along the hills after eating the leaves of a wild-growing coffee tree. The shepherd told the abbot of the local monastery about this unique plant, and he tried the leaves and[…]
The great thing about the lifting of the prohibition of marijuana is the fact that people are now excited about creating different products from this plant. Many people have started using CBD oil with skin and hair products. We have also seen people using marijuana for vape. There were also some people who are experimenting[…]
Despite tea being the signature drink of England, it is, in fact, the strong taste of coffee that is sweeping the nation with more and more coffee shops opening every day. Many coffee lovers tend to stick to their local Starbucks or Costa. However, the coffee connoisseurs out there argue that a local brew is[…]
Wondering how coffee and barbecue will go hand-in-hand? Check out this guide to understand how to make this killer combination! The cravings for a shot of espresso is just what we need to feel pumped up again. And love for that power of caffeine might have inspired barbecuers to come up with this brilliant recipe![…]
A brief account of the cultivation of the coffee plant in the Old World and its introduction into the New – a romantic coffee adventure. Introduction The history of the propagation of the coffee plant is closely interwoven with that of the early history of coffee drinking, but for the purposes of this chapter we[…]
The earliest substantiated evidence of either coffee drinking or knowledge of the coffee tree is from the early 15th century, in the Sufi monasteries of Yemen. Introduction The history of coffee dates back to the 15th century, and possibly earlier with a number of reports and legends surrounding its first use. The native (undomesticated) origin of coffee is thought to[…]