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The Best Upgrades for Your Home Coffee Bar
We take you through the essential espresso machines, grinders, and others accessories you’ll need to achieve third-wave coffee perfection at home.
The Best Coffee Grinders and Accessories for Becoming Your Own Barista
Sahra Nguyen, founder of Nguyen Coffee Supply, tells us what to look for in a bean crusher—and how to embrace the grind.
What I've Learned Working Minimum Wage Into My 30s
The lowest-paid workers are expected to give up having a life, do anything for the customer, and be grateful to have a job.
Dear Millennials, Stop Being Bad Tippers
Know when to share cupcakes, and when to graciously gift some extra cash.
Starbucks Barista Reveals the Worst Drinks He’s Ever Had to Make
A Pumpkin Spice Latte with 14 shots of espresso, 20 pumps of pumpkin flavouring, and extra pumpkin topping, please.
All of the Terrible Things I Learned While Working as a Barista at a Global Coffee Chain
There were mice in the madeleines. There were mice behind the walk-in. There were mice giving birth in bags of powdered frappé mix in the basement.
Why You Should Think Twice Before Using Coffee Shop Wi-Fi
In a new list of public Internet spots most at risk of hacking, cafes came out top.
Britain Is Facing a Barista Shortage
According to new findings from market research company Allegra Group, tens of thousands of extra staff will be needed over the next six years to keep up with our national flat white habit.
Colombia Is Finally Starting to Drink Its Own Coffee
Colombia produces some of the best coffee in the world but almost all of the good stuff gets exported. Only recently have Columbians had the means to enjoy coffee made with high quality, homegrown beans.
This Nearly Lethal Coffee Will Keep You Up for 18 Hours
An Australian barista has developed a coffee that promises up to 18 hours of “up time” and contains half of the lethal dose of caffeine.
Being a Barista Isn't a Dead-End Job, According to the US Barista Champion
“A lot of my old professors were saying, 'This is what you're doing with your degree?’” says Lem Butler, who became the US Barista Champion in 2008.
This Woman Sued Starbucks for Putting Too Much Ice in Her Iced Coffee
The complaint alleges that the chain’s iced coffee simply has too much ice in it. Oh, and there’s also this: Starbucks should pay $5 million in damages for causing this inconceivable (alleged) wrong.