Alessi Pulcina Espresso Maker

Pulcina, the brainchild of architect Michele De Lucchi combines technology developed by illycaffè with flawless design by Alessi. Pulcina was born out of intense research into the optimization of the shape of the Coffee pot in order to improve and enhance the properties of coffee. With the shape of its special heater, Pulcina automatically stops…

Jimmy’s Coffee

Jimmy’s Coffee City: Toronto Ontario Location:  Ossington Avenue & Queen St. West  (map it) Opened: 2015 Recommends:  Cappuccino and a butter tart 5 Cup Rating: 4 cups Did You Know:  The fourth destination of this Toronto staple borrows its layout from the Kensington location and is a welcome addition to the bustling Ossington strip.  From…

How Fresh Do You Want To Get?

Ever wonder when is the right time to buy your favourite brew? Check out this handy guide that details the best month to select your coffee from many places around the world. Next time you go to replenish your bean supply, take a glance & guarantee yourself the freshest, best bean. Click the image to…

Coffee & Sneakers?

This year Nike began renovations to its headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon. Among the plans are improvements and expansion, including the installation of a barista station worth $175,000 in the Nolan Ryan building. Really though, coffee and sneakers – is there any better combination?

Innovation Leads The Way When It’s In The Ground

Kaffeeform is leading the way with their innovative new material that allows coffee enthusiasts to enjoy their favourite brew right down to the grounds. The German independent company produces mugs made out of, you guessed it, coffee grounds. Kaffeeform is a renewable material that is the result of five years of research and experimentation. The…

Back To School: French Press 101

It’s never too late to learn something new. The ever genius Popular Mechanics show us they aren’t just about cars, space and technology.  Here they break down the French Press in Hack Your Coffee: How To Use A French Press The Right Way. From the coffee, the temperature, the water to the grind, the pour and…

Marvel Coffee Company

Marvel Coffee Company City: Toronto Ontario Location:  Danforth Avenue & Carlaw Avenue (map it) Opened: 2015 Recommends:  Americano and a butter tart 5 Cup Rating: 4.5 cups Did You Know:  This is the second outpost of the rapidly expanding coffee shop. Their first location, which opened in Summer 2014, located adjacent to the Donland’s TTC…

How Art & Coffee Birthed Miami’s Hippest Neighbourhood.

All it takes is one. One idea, one entrepreneur and some inspiration. Now Wynwood, Miami’s Arts District is thriving thanks to Panther Coffee.  This feature by Jimmy Sherfey on Eater shines a spotlight on the impact a great idea can have on a neighbourhood, its art and culture.

The Japanese Art Of Coffee

A couple years ago I saw a fantastic documentary called Jiro Dreams of Sushi.  It captured Jiro’s relentless pursuit in perfecting the art of sushi.  Now Idobata Coffee from Kamakura, Japan present us with the peaceful art of creating the perfect cup.  The fact that the tiny little coffee stand  operates out of the back…

Packaging Influences The Brew You Choose

Next time you’re shopping for the perfect pick me up roast, stop for a second and think about what influences the beans you reach for.  It might just be the packaging you’re choosing vs the contents inside.  Design Instruct has captured 30 of the most beautiful coffee package designs in North America. What’s you’re favourite…