03rd September 2008
Coffee beans are produced all around the world in tropical regions. Here we discuss the characteristics of those produced in Africa and the Middle East.
ETHIOPIA
Ethiopia is the true birthplace of coffee. The original coffee plant originated here as...
03rd September 2008
The University of California began to take a serious interest in viticulture. In the fall of 1880 the legislature appropriated $3,000 for research in enology at Berkeley, including the construction of a brick cellar on the campus.
An early report to th...
03rd September 2008
This is the basic technique to brewing espresso. Once you have mastered this you can then start to experiment and find your very own 'Espresso Nirvarna'
Use filtered water in your espresso machine. Water from the tap may contain particulates (s...
03rd September 2008
In Italy there is a traditional rule, known as the five M’s, which all must be achieved to make good espresso.
1. Miscela (Espresso Blend)
Whilst it is possible to make a bad espresso using a good blend, it is impossible to make a good espr...
02nd September 2008
Austin is full of originals from people to music to landmarks, this town has a personality all its own. Some things are bound to come and go. With any growing city, turnover is common in business (particularly locally-owned and operated establishments), b...
02nd September 2008
What is a celebration without dining and wining? Wine is synonymous with good times. If you want to impress your friends, family or business associates with a gift that is sure to make a memorable and long lasting impression, send to them wine gifts.
A...
02nd September 2008
In every special event that we attended and celebrated, it is inevitable that there are catering services to make the hosts life easier and minus the burden of cooking and arranging for the party. We take into example those
02nd September 2008
Having a sharp knife to use for cooking is essential for
both the preparation of the meal and your safety. A dull
knife is more dangerous than a sharp one. There are
certain rules you must follow in order to handle a knife
safely. Nothing will ...
02nd September 2008
A major challenge for food establishments is implementing
and monitoring a food safety program. Generally, home cooks
are not as concerned, but you should be aware of some of the
dangers of food contamination.
One food safety certification is...
02nd September 2008
Having the proper tools and equipment for a particular task
may mean the difference between a job well done and one
done incorrectly. Depending on your level of cooking,
professional chef or home cook, could determine the quality
you purchase.
...
02nd September 2008
Having a sharp knife to use for cooking is essential for
both the preparation of the meal and your safety. A dull
knife is more dangerous than a sharp one. There are
certain rules you must follow in order to handle a knife
safely. Nothing will ...
02nd September 2008
A major challenge for food establishments is implementing
and monitoring a food safety program. Generally, home cooks
are not as concerned, but you should be aware of some of the
dangers of food contamination.
One food safety certification is t...
02nd September 2008
Having the proper tools and equipment for a particular task
may mean the difference between a job well done and one
done incorrectly. Depending on your level of cooking,
professional chef or home cook, could determine the quality
you purchase.
...
02nd September 2008
I am not pretending to be an authority with 40 years knowledge of the whisky business but I do remember in my younger days enjoying from time to time a malt whisky. I also new by choice I’d ask for a malt, though never quite sure why.
I’ll try and...
02nd September 2008
Planning the perfect barbeque is easy. Just follow these five easy steps towards creating a memorable barbeque.
1. Because good company is what makes or breaks a successful backyard barbeque make sure you organize your guests first. Send out invitatio...
