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 [MyCoffeeWorld] Espresso Potential: Since coffee is hydroscopic (absorbs moisture), the grind size must be changed throughout the day to achieve a brew time of 25-30 seconds. The temperature will not affect the espresso like the humidity, but it is important to avoid exposing the coffee to any high temperatures until brewing.

 [The Novato Experiment] I am the Rachael Ray of Novato: I was, however, delighted with Sam's idea of miming Rachael in her quest to eat out for three meals on $40, especially since I'm trying to get more familiar with Novato. And so I had every intention of seeking out obscure lunchtime diners and becoming the quirky girl with the camera in her hand, but alas: work has been intense, and I am planning a long-awaited trip to New York, and so I didn't exactly devour Novato in the way I had planned.

[Hillside Meditations] The Art of Good Coffee: And yet, studying Spanish at the moment and having gained an increased interest in things related to los paises hispanoablantes, last week I went and bought a french-press glass coffee maker and an electric coffee grinder and there I am drinking wonderful Colombian coffee. The only thing is: coffee drinking makes me nervous and sweaty and I tend to grow a headache - I AM the tea-type, no doubt, but sometimes (at least with me) enthusiasm counts more than experience and wisdom.

 [Mycoffeeworld.blogspot.com] MyCoffeeWorld: Blog Directory, Find A Blog, Submit A Blog, Search For The Best Blogs .Filling a cup with water from the espresso machine prior to brewing the espresso .

[Blog.cafenation.com.au] blog.Cafenation.com.au » Blog Archive » Espresso at work: I agree with Hugh - buy some FRESH beans (heck, I’ll sell you some really cheap just for the exercise!) and show just what can be done.

[Brandautopsy.typepad.com] Brand Autopsy: Starbucks is replacing all of its La Marzocco espresso machines with automated espresso machines that dose, tamp, brew, and steam milk with the push of a few buttons. Automated espresso machines make beverage prep so much easier and so much faster for Starbucks Baristas ”¦ similar to the systems McDonald’s uses to make hamburger prep easier and faster for its front-line employees.

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