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The Coffee Collective #07: International Coffee Day
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The Coffee Collective #07: International Coffee Day

Today, coffee is more than just a daily pick-me-up; it’s a chance to reflect on the challenges faced by coffee growers around the world.

With rising prices and decreasing supply, the coffee crisis is real. As we enjoy our cups, let’s remember the journey from bean to brew and support those who make it possible.

Here’s to appreciating coffee, not just for its flavor, but for the hands that bring it to life.

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The Coffee Collective #06: Recharging Social Energy
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The Coffee Collective #06: Recharging Social Energy

Reconnecting with old friends helps recharge social energy. Reflecting on recent events, I’m reminded of the importance of staying connected. In this week’s newsletter, I cover a very unexpected pairing with coffee, visit to a cafe that has redefined coffee for me, a cupping event that bids farewell to the summer and many more.

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The Coffee Collective #05: Prioritizing health and self-care
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The Coffee Collective #05: Prioritizing health and self-care

I am truly moved by so many of you asking about my next newsletter. It warms my heart to know that you are reading it and for that I am grateful. In this week’s newsletter, I cover a beautiful cafe in Sharjah called Sabaku, the UAE Aeropress Championship, upcoming events such as the Esmeralda Auction Cupping in collaboration with M-Cultivo and Victoria Arduino taking place today and much more.

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The Coffee Collective #04: Reading can damage your ignorance
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The Coffee Collective #04: Reading can damage your ignorance

After my little rant in the previous newsletter about not reading, I took it upon myself to read every moment I got, every free time I had, especially every time I pulled out my phone to browse social media. In this week’s newsletter, I cover my Substack recommendations, Below Zero Beans by Blacksmith, the ultimate coffee + pastry pairing experience in Dubai, Exploring Flavor Wheel Workshop with Irina Sharipova and much more.

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