Are you looking for a last-minute coffee gift but coming up empty? If the person you are buying the gift for likes coffee, perhaps some new coffee-making equipment and a package of whole bean coffee could do the trick. Here’s why Colombian whole bean coffee or some other type of whole bean could be just what you were looking for to complete your holiday shopping. Whole Beans Provide More Control Read More»
Throwing an outdoor party during the heat of summer can be a challenge. There are so many factors to consider. Chief among them is how much cubed ice you will need, especially if you plan on serving iced beverages. A good rule of thumb is to plan on buying 1 to 2 lbs of ice per each guest. However, those figures fail to take into the account the specifics of your party. Read More»
Wine is a complex beverage with a long and illustrious history. You don’t have to be a sommelier to enjoy wine. Here are four tips that can enhance your experience the next time you open a bottle of wine, whether it is a bordeaux blend or any other favorite: 1. Serve wine at the proper temperature. The temperature of wine can affect its taste. Red wine should be served slightly cooler than room temperature for the best experience. Read More»
Pizza styles differ depending on where you are. If you walk into a pizza restaurant in New Haven, you will get a much different slice of pizza than you would in New York City. That said, here are 4 famous regional styles to familiar yourself with. New Haven Style In New Haven, pizza is made with only oregano, tomato sauce and some grated hard cheese (such as pecorino romano.) Unlike a NYC or Chicago style, mozzarella is considered a topping, so you have to order it like you would pepperoni or mushrooms. Read More»
You can find caramel in many different forms, such as candies, melted caramel over ice cream, and in pies and cakes. If your spouse loves caramel, there are many things you can make for them at home that they will love. Below are two recipes to help you get started. Easy Peasy Caramel Pie You will be shocked at how easy this caramel pie is to make. The only ingredients you need for this pie is: Read More»
Keurig K-Cups have revolutionized the consumer coffee industry, but until recently, the K-Cups weren’t recyclable. Fortunately, Keurig has recently announced that it’s developed new coffee pods that you can recycle. The Keurig pods that have been on the market for the past decade were made from plastic #7; the new ones will be made from polypropylene. Keurig expects to have their recyclable K-Cups on the market by the end of 2016. Read More»
The wedding catering at your reception can be the subject of discussions among your family and friends for years to come. Unfortunately, with the wrong decisions, the catering can be a discussion for the wrong reasons. To help you avoid infamy, here are some common mistakes made and what you can do to avoid them. Forgetting the Budget You and your soon-to-be should have a firm budget in place for your wedding reception food. Read More»
To save on operating costs and get your bakery business off to a good start, you may choose to initially make and sell your products from home. While all of those tasty goods you have been whipping up at home for years are easy enough to make in a basic kitchen, with increased productivity, things will change. As more orders start coming in for pastries, breads and even cakes and pies, it is best to start thinking about investing in a few pieces of equipment that will make your life as a home-baker much easier. Read More»
If you’re a coffee lover, then you should try a dessert that incorporates coffee into the recipe. A particularly lovely pairing is chocolate and coffee. They are both dark, complex flavors that work well in tandem. Below is a quick overview of 3 of the best chocolate and coffee desserts around. Coffee And Kahula Brownies Brownies are dense and rich. A great way to deepen the flavor is to incorporate a dark roast coffee, such as Italian roast, as well as a coffee flavored liqueur into the batter. Read More»
An ice maker can be a very convenient device to own, but it can be easy for you to overlook the maintenance that these devices require. Failing to properly care for your ice maker can result in it developing a number of performance compromising problems that can potentially lead to needing expensive repairs. To help you avoid some of these issues, you should consider following these maintenance tips. Change The Filters Read More»