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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 #02: it has been a busy week
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The Coffee Collective #02: it has been a busy week

It has been a busy week. Event after event in peak summer. In this week’s newsletter, I cover th upcoming Puerto Rico Cupping in collaboration with ROR Coffee Solutions, the grand opening of bkry, the success of Harvesting Sustainability, the Hadsel Coffee Cupping at Grandmother Coffee Roastery and the Papermill Coffee I have been brewing from The Coffeevine May Box.

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An Elated Coffee Experience like no other
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An Elated Coffee Experience like no other

In March, I was invited to what was the finest coffee tasting experience I have had so far. This micro-lot coffee tasting event at Two Neighbors was comparable to fine dining. Within no time, this cafe decided it was time to reveal Season Two. Seatings were limited so whoever managed to reserve them, consider yourselves lucky because the bar just got raised again.

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Triangulating my coffee palate
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Triangulating my coffee palate

I have always been fascinated with developing my palate. I don’t know about you but the ability to identify different aromas and notes are rewarding. I found myself triangulating coffee recently with the Grandmother team. It was humbling to know that I am not very good in identifying defects, but on the plus side, it was a great learning experience.

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Bring back the Washed Ethiopian Yirgacheffe!
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Bring back the Washed Ethiopian Yirgacheffe!

This is going to be a fairly short post about a coffee I had last week that made me very happy. No, this did not have any experimental extended fermentation. It was in fact a classic washed Ethiopian that I did not realize I have been missing.

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heaf, a simple lavish indulgence
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heaf, a simple lavish indulgence

heaf, a space that gives out a very nomadic bedouin vibe. A newly opened cafe in the heart of Madinat Badr, right next to Mirdif. The space has been designed by Mula.

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The Coffee Story: Kim Co Daluz
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The Coffee Story: Kim Co Daluz

Kim’s love for coffee originated in 2014 as she started her journey as a barista in the commercial coffee industry. She was an outlier and knew her love for coffee would take her on a journey from the Philippines to Dubai. She took every opportunity available at hand to learn and grow in spite the challenges.

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Must Visit Coffee Roasters in Dubai
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Must Visit Coffee Roasters in Dubai

When the @pourovergod messaged me to write a guest blog for him, quite frankly I was ecstatic. If you don’t have an idea what I’m talking about, Andy has built an impressive community of 400,000 followers on Instagram.

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Specialty Coffee Drip Bags for Travel Convenience
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Specialty Coffee Drip Bags for Travel Convenience

Specialty coffee drip bags have been around for a while, they were introduced in Japan in the 1990’s and has become one of the best solutions to enjoy a fresh cup of coffee on-the-go. That means you won’t have to carry a kettle and a grinder with you, and only need access to a mug and hot water.

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The Coffee Story
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The Coffee Story

Have you ever wondered who’s behind the cup of coffee served to you? When it comes to me, I am very intrigued and often watch closely what is happening behind the barista bar. I’m not trying to be creepy here, but my aim is to learn from their work flow and spot any unusual brewing methods, if any, which is usually a conversation starter.

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