Sharing my coffee experiences on The Blog
Best Cafe Designs: Your Ultimate Design and Travel Companion
The Need For Coffee has a new contributor — Andrew Chung is an architect, photographer, website designer and coffee drinker is based in Sydney. He talks about his blog, Best Cafe Designs, that charts the growth of global cafe culture and collaborates with over 40 architects, photographers and writers.
Experience The Coffeevine — Europe’s favorite specialty coffee subscription
For the first time ever, UAE has a chance to experience some of the finest specialty coffee roasters from around the world, thanks to The Coffeevine. We not only have access to the Global Coffeevine Box, but also the European coffee roasters box. It’s not everyday we get access to some of the best international roasters and their coffees.
How a coffee artisan is making specialty coffee more approachable in India
Alvin discovered specialty coffee only recently. His passion for brewing coffee at home and making it accessible to everyone led him to start his own coffee brand. This is Alvin’s coffee story.
An Edifying Coffee Cupping Experience
Last week, COFE and INTELLECT hosted a very special cupping session. Surrounded by a variety of La Marzocco espresso machines, this beautiful showroom is the ideal space for boosting raising coffee experiences. Some of Intellect’s best offering was on the cupping table.
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.
Why I’m Upgrading to Timemore’s Newest Grinder?
Having launched several hand grinders, this is Timemore’s first take at an electric grinder. My third Kickstarted campaign and one that almost drove me mad with the burr set selection. Good news is that I have finally decided which grinder to go with. Only Timemore knows how many times I have changed my mind. Regardless, read to find out three reasons why I am upgrading.
How one Specialty Cafe in Dubai is Paying Tribute to Baristas
The past week I was invited to Mokha 1450 Coffee Lounge for a coffee experience. Little did we know we were all gathered to celebrate Mokha 1450’s baristas and to commemorate their hard work. Read how this specialty coffee pioneer is supporting our friends behind the bar.
What I Learned from Patrik Rolf
In the world of coffee, Patrik Rolf and April Coffee Roasters need no introduction. His new book, From Nerd to Pro, is a great read. He gives the reality behind opening a coffee business and it’s not all flowers and rainbows. I have pulled out some of the best insights and wrote how I resonated with it in this new article.
How a Barista’s Passion for Coffee Turned into a Career
In my next coffee story, I want to introduce you to Nicholas Senyondo, head barista at Two Neighbors and PEKO. I have had the pleasure of seeing him in action when I was invited to experience the finest coffee tasting experience. Keep reading to find out how his passion for coffee turned into a career.
The Coffee Story: Alexander Skrinjaric
My next guest is the owner and founder of a coffee shop and roastery based in Sofia, Bulgaria. I find Alexander’s story fascinating because he was quick to identify a gap and capitalize on it by putting in the work. He wears many hats, from running the business to roasting and training.
Processing can make or break coffee
Imagine this: One origin. One farm. One coffee. Processed 20 different ways. This is exactly what coffee professionals implemented during their trip to Ethiopia earlier this year, a processing adventure at Daye Bensa’s Gatta Washing Station. My finding: CQI - Q Processing Level 2 Professional course is no joke.
The most awaited opening: Things Specialty Coffee Concept Store
The most awaited cafe opening this year single handedly goes to Things. Spoiler alert: my expectations were surpassed and much more. Imagine a space where every element within it is a representation of your persona. Some would say that in a real world such a place would not exist; duplication, imitation and replication is the norm these days.
The Finest Coffee Tasting Experience by Two Neighbors
I have been invited to multiple coffee tasting events, and like those, I expected the same at Two Neighbors this past weekend — somewhere along the lines of a coffee cupping or a bar side brewing experience. Boy, was I wrong?
Highlights from World of Coffee Dubai 2023
World of Coffee Dubai 2022 was the talk-of-the-town when the first edition was announced in the fourth quarter of 2019. As the curtains of that event closed, it promised an even bigger event the subsequent year. This year’s event hosted more than 12,000 visitors, a twofold increase from last year.
Rosetta Roastery: The Best from Cape Town
Last year, the Financial Times listed Rosetta Roastery as one of The Best Independent Coffeeshops in the World and won the Coffee Magazine's "South African Coffee Roastery of the Year" in 2018 and 2019. A thoughtful gift by Andy — coffee from the best roastery in Cape Town. This article sums up my thoughts on the three origins roasted by Rosetta Roastery.