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Nespresso Espresso Machines, Jeannie Jacobs

Wed, 07 May 2008 04:14:27 -0400

Bottom Line: The machine is well-designed...the espresso, not so much
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Krups XP2000 Series Combi Espresso Auto Drip, Jeannie Jacobs

Wed, 07 May 2008 03:41:04 -0400

Bottom Line: Makes great tasting espresso...for about two weeks.
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KitchenAid Retro Burr, Roman Foxman

Tue, 06 May 2008 22:36:33 -0400

Bottom Line: High on style, not on substance
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Ron Kyle BBQ Coffee Roaster, Glenn Kelly

Tue, 06 May 2008 15:57:10 -0400

Bottom Line: If you want to experience the art and science of roasting your coffee beans, this is the only method I would recommend.
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Saeco Aroma Espresso - All, Carrie Gillman

Mon, 05 May 2008 21:53:29 -0400

Bottom Line: Not worth it!
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San Francisco Cafe Crawl: Spring 2008

Thu, 01 May 2008 01:00:00 -0400

Liz Clayton makes pays a tiny checkup visit to San Francisco's newest, famousest and most delicious cafes.
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SCAA 2008 Minneapolis Preview

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 03:00:00 -0400

A preview of what to expect from our coverage of this year's Specialty Coffee Association of America 2008 Trade Show and Conference, live from Minneapolis.
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March Coffeeings and Starbucks Watch!

Mon, 07 Apr 2008 03:00:00 -0400

Mark takes a look at the latest rumours flying around about Starbucks "next big thing" (they seem to have a big thing every few weeks lately) as well as keeping you up to date on the fundraising for CoffeeKids, a massive excerpt from a new book coming out on espresso, and much more.
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NYC Cafe Scene Report: March 2008

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0400

Liz Clayton reports from the frontlines of the growing NYC coffee scene.
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Chasing the Geisha: Boquete 2008

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Ed Kaufmann travels from Brooklyn to Panama to visit the Hacienda Esmeralda plantation and the farms of Boquete, in the state of Chiriqui at the foot of Volcan Baru.
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The Milk Frothing Guide

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 11:02:52 -0500

Everything you could possibly want to know about milk and milk frothing is presented to you by CoffeeGeek.com and Aaron Delazzer
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Carlos Martin

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500

The story of a farm manager and the wonderful coffee he helped to produce for Finca Vista Hermosa, and the legacy he leaves behind. His life, and that of his son were tragically cut short by roadside bandits.
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How to Buy an Espresso Machine

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 03:31:23 -0500

CoffeeGeek's comprehensive guide on how to make the right decision the first time when buying a quality espresso machine. Filled with insider tips, budget recommendations, and more.
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The CoffeeGeek FAQ

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:53:32 -0500

The official FAQ for this website, covering why it exists, what its mission is, and what we hope it becomes.
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Let's Talk Coffee

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Lois Maffeo jets from the Pacific Northwest down to the relationship-centered Let's Talk Coffee event an annual gathering of growers and roasters that most recently took place in Puntarenas, Costa Rica.
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Dr. Ernesto Illy

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 03:00:00 -0500

The world of coffee lost one of the true giants and innovators in the advancement of espresso science, chemistry, understanding, art and culture. We remember you... and thank you, Dr. Illy.
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Trans-Canada Coffee Adventure, Part 3: Ontario and Quebec

Sat, 02 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500

Liz Clayton journeyed across five Canadian provinces (with a brief foray into the US) to savour great coffees, tour great roasteries, and enjoy great cafés. Some people have all the luck! This is the final entry in a three-part chronicle of her grand tour of coffee.
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Give it up for CoffeeKids

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 03:00:00 -0500

A push to raise some solid funds for the charitable organization CoffeeKids, as well as some discussion about new coffees, a look at thermoblocks vs. boilers, and a preview of the WBC machine certifications.
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The Science of Coffee: Andrea Illy in NYC

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 03:00:00 -0500

Illy Caffé CEO Andrea Illy spoke to the New York Academy of Sciences last month in Manhattan. CoffeeGeek's Liz Clayton recaps the lecture, and sits down with the chemist-cum-exec for a wee little chat.
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A Legend is Reborn - Faema E61 Restoration Part 2

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 03:00:00 -0500

Getting back to his long time column on CoffeeGeek, Paul Pratt writes his first in a series of rebuild articles, this time with a closeup look at the classic Faema E61 full restoration.
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