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Food and Drink

Know Your Ingredients: Kava

Today we explore kava, an herbal remedy that has long been consumed by South Pacific natives. BY EMILY JOY MENESESSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photo sourced from Unsplash If you ever find yourself wanting to […]

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10 Minutes With...

10 Minutes With Mo Maravilla

We talk to the owner of community-centric café Kindness & Mischief about the meaning of the shop’s name, the importance of collaboration, and much more. BY KATRINA YENTCHBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Mo Maravilla […]

10 Minutes With...

10 Minutes With Dr. Sarada Krishnan

Today, we’re learning more about newly appointed IWCA Executive Director Dr. Sarada Krishnan and her journey through the coffee world. BY EMILY JOY MENESESSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE On May 27, the International Women’s Coffee […]

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Art

Coffee & Design: Nguyet Bui

Nguyet’s colorful and clean yet whimsical designs have supported a range of coffee and tea companies in the Portland, Ore., area. BY EMILY JOY MENESESSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Nguyet Bui It’s […]

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Art

Coffee & Design: Sam Miller

We talk to Cafe Imports’ Sam Miller about his photography work with the company—and much more. BY EMILY JOY MENESESSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Sam Miller Though he’s known for his stunning […]

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Colombia

Coffee Shipments Halted in Colombia

As protests in Colombia continue, the country is experiencing a halt in coffee shipments. BY EMILY JOY MENESESSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Over the past several weeks, Colombia has erupted in national strikes, with demonstrators […]

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Coffee Gear and Equipment

Reducing Single-Use Waste with Coffee Storage

Planetary Design partners with coffee roasters to promote reusable whole bean containers. BY EMILY JOY MENESESSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Planetary Design In an industry riddled with single-use products, it can be […]

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Art

Coffee & Design: Jason Burton

We spoke with graphic designer Jason Burton, the mind behind one of the industry’s most beloved events: Caffeine Crawl. BY EMILY JOY MENESESSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Jason Burton Caffeine Crawl is […]