Making espresso with an espresso machine can be a bit more fiddly than making drip coffee or brewing with a moka pot.
Guest blogger, Oli, takes us through how to use a basic portafilter-driven espresso machine in a way that gives you the best chance of achieving optimal extraction when you brew. Follow his advice to avoid sour, under-extracted espresso. Instead, you’ll be pulling great shots every time!
Reusable cotton coffee filters
Handmade-in-Canada cotton coffee filters can be reused hundreds of times! Eco and budget friendly!
What’s the difference between espresso and coffee? Do they come from the same bean? Does one have more caffeine than the other? Do I need to own a Fiat and speak Italian to properly enjoy espresso?
So many questions! And we’ve got some answers!
VEGREVILLE is a medium roast blend with hints of chocolate caramel - a perfect pairing with Easter Eggs!
The label features the Giant Pysanka (Ukrainian Easter Egg) in Vegreville, Alberta. A portion of every sale of this coffee is being donated to Doctors Without Borders / MSF Canada.
Read on to learn more about this coffee, the Giant Pysanka (is it the World’s Largest?) and why we picked MSF Canada.
Worried about your caffeine intake?
Are you wondering about how much caffeine is too much? Most of us are not aware of how much caffeine is in our food and beverages, let alone if our caffeine consumption is a problem!
For most people, low to moderate caffeine intake is not a concern. It may even offer some health benefits! (More about that another time.) Read on to learn more about coffee and caffeine….
Did you know... Nicaraguan coffee producers make small batches of high grade coffees that are unique and quite distinct from other Central American beans.
Our limited edition series of seasonal coffees that celebrate our love for coffee, and road trips!
Inspired by giant sculptures and quirky-cool attractions found across the country. Read on to learn more about these coffees - and the slices of Canadiana that inspire them!
Otto’s Playlist by our friendly neighbour Colin is an eclectic mix of world music that’s perfect for any occasion. A computer programmer by weekday, and a weekend marathon runner, Colin’s love of international beats is clear!
