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Little While Coffee’s Quiet Revolution in San Diego

Jan

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Little While Coffee’s Quiet Revolution in San Diego

If you haven’t heard yet, San Diego’s coffee scene just got a quiet but deliberate upgrade. Little While Coffee and Pastries isn’t chasing trends—it’s redefining what a cafe can be. Nestled in North Park, this 1,200-square-foot space isn’t just about coffee; it’s about crafting an experience where every sip, bite, and glance feels intentional. The design leans into natural wood, soft lighting, and creamy whites, but the real magic is in the details: a Stronghold S9X roaster, Mazzer Kony SG grinders, and a La Marzocco Linea PB that’s as much about precision as it is about passion. The team behind…

The Man Who Revived Sagrantino: Remembering Arnaldo Caprai, 92

Jan

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The Man Who Revived Sagrantino: Remembering Arnaldo Caprai, 92

There’s a wine so bold it nearly vanished—until one man made it a legend. Arnaldo Caprai, the visionary behind Italy’s Montefalco Sagrantino, passed away at 92, leaving behind a legacy that transformed a near-extinct grape into a global icon. For decades, Sagrantino was a footnote in wine history, its dark, tannic character deemed too fierce for mainstream palates. Caprai didn’t just save it—he redefined it, proving that terroir and patience could turn a forgotten vine into a benchmark of Italian winemaking. Caprai’s journey began in the 1970s, when he traded textiles for terroir, buying a 108-acre estate in Umbria. Most…

Noma’s Greenhouse Brews a New Coffee Philosophy

Jan

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Noma’s Greenhouse Brews a New Coffee Philosophy

Consider this your morning briefing: Copenhagen’s most revered restaurant, Noma, has transformed its culinary vision into a greenhouse where coffee isn’t just served—it’s studied, celebrated, and reimagined. Perched on a sliver of land between water and sky, the Noma Projects greenhouse is a lab for sustainability, a stage for minimalism, and a testament to how coffee can bridge the gap between earth and cup. Here, the air hums with the scent of roasted beans and the whisper of water vapor from Amager Bakke’s chimney, a reminder that eco-consciousness isn’t a trend—it’s a blueprint. The space is a masterclass in Scandinavian…

Columbia Valley’s Hidden Gem: How Avallé is Rewriting the Rules of Wine

Dec

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Columbia Valley’s Hidden Gem: How Avallé is Rewriting the Rules of Wine

Time to spill: The Columbia Valley isn’t just a wine region—it’s a story in the making. Bryan Otis, founder of Avallé, isn’t just selling bottles; he’s curating an experience that ties soil, sun, and spirit into something unforgettable. For Otis, the region’s “Golden Era” isn’t a marketing buzzword—it’s a reality shaped by decades of patience, precision, and passion. “We’re not just making wine,” he says. “We’re inviting people into a living, breathing ecosystem.” Otis’s journey began behind the bar, where he honed his craft as a sommelier and volunteer pourer. But it was walking vineyards and sorting fruit that revealed…

How a Sri Lankan Cafe is Brewing a Specialty Coffee Revolution

Dec

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How a Sri Lankan Cafe is Brewing a Specialty Coffee Revolution

Pour yourself a cup for this one: In the heart of Kandy, Sri Lanka, a small cafe is rewriting the country’s coffee story. Dilshan “Arty” Ranaweera, founder of Cafe Secret Alley, started with zero coffee knowledge in 2017—Sri Lanka’s coffee culture was nonexistent, reduced to bitter brews for studying or staying up late. But his vision wasn’t for locals; it was for tourists. After the 2009 civil war ended, backpackers flooded the island, and Kandy, with its colonial charm and misty hills, became a hotspot. Yet, no cafes existed there. Arty saw a gap. “We started with smoothie bowls and…

The KALDI WIDE 300g Roaster’s Secret Weapon: Blower vs. Extractor Setup

Dec

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The KALDI WIDE 300g Roaster’s Secret Weapon: Blower vs. Extractor Setup

There’s a quiet battle happening inside every gas roaster: the war between blowing air in and pulling it out. For the KALDI WIDE 300g, this isn’t just about smoke management—it’s a strategic choice that shapes the roast’s outcome. Some setups push air back into the drum, others pull it out. Which one wins? The answer lies in control, consistency, and how well you can tame the chaos of heat and humidity. Blowers, like the DIY builds referenced, force air into the roaster, creating turbulence that can accelerate cooling. This works well for rapid temperature drops, but it risks uneven heat…