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Barista Bath and Body: Just In Case You Weren’t Already Covered in Coffee

Posted on July 13, 2010 by Mike

Everyone knows that the health benefits of coffee are indisputable (right?), so why stop at drinking it?

How to Pour the Perfect Cup of Coffee (Mathematically)

Posted on July 12, 2010 by Mike

It’s easy if you remember ABBA. Read about it in The Guardian.

Chicago, Meet Your World Champion Barista

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Mike

A great interview with the current world champ Michael Phillips, back in his stomping grounds of Intelligentsia, Chicago. Listen as he discusses his thoughts on competition, tattoos, sourcing beans, and how he credits his entire team in securing the victory. [blogs.vocalo.org]

Will Moka Be America’s Next Coffee Tradition? – Food – The Atlantic

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Mike

Giorgio Milos poses this question in his latest piece in The Atlantic. My short answer? No. [The Atlantic]

“Tickling Miss Silvia”: Mark Frauenfelder Hacks Coffee’s God-Shot

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Mike

A great read on the storied history of the Rancilio Silvia. Featuring folks like Andy Schecter, Greg Scace, and Kyle Glanville. [Via Gizmodo]

The £7,500 Coffee Mug You Can’t Drink From

Posted on July 7, 2010 by Mike

It’s 235 years old and up for auction. “God speed ye plough”, bidders. [Mail Online]

Congratulations to Mike Phillips, 2010 World Barista Champion!

Posted on June 26, 2010 by Mike

The Atlantic: All You Need to Know About Steaming Milk

Posted on June 18, 2010 by Mike

The Atlantic’s favorite Illy barista (Giorgio Milos) is back, this time discussing milk texture. He credits America with mastering the science, particularly those in Chicago and on the West Coast. [All You Need to Know About Steaming Milk - Food - The Atlantic]

Video: New York City HD Part 1

Posted on June 17, 2010 by Mike

Not coffee related. I just love New York. [Vimeo] New York City HD Part 2 available here.

Coffee Prince: First Cup – Now Available on Hulu

Posted on June 17, 2010 by Mike

Korea’s TV drama Coffee Prince is now available on Hulu, and currently 17 “cups” of coffee related shenanigans have been posted. Despite the subtitles, some things may still get lost in translation. [Hulu - Coffee Prince] [Coffee Prince Wikipedia]

The Coffee Setup of Marco Arment

Posted on June 16, 2010 by Mike

Pretty decent home setup for Marco Arment, the lead developer of Tumblr and Instapaper. Similar to 2008 World Barista Champion Stephen Morrissey’s.

Video: 2008 U.S. Barista Champ Kyle Glanville

Posted on June 16, 2010 by Mike

Not new, but new to me. Kyle Glanville interviewed at Intelligentisa’s Silverlake location. “Great coffee is always gonna have to be the result of extra hard work, and extra attention to detail”. [YouTube]

New Kees van der Westen: The Spirit Two-Group

Posted on June 14, 2010 by Mike

Just in time for London. [More photos and info via Kees van der Westen]

Guest Post: Todd Carmichael Would Like to Explain

Posted on June 9, 2010 by Mike

Todd Carmichael of La Colombe Torrefaction created a bit of a stir with his two pieces in Esquire, upsetting many people in the industry. Now he would like to explain where he was coming from.