At Café Altura we care about the environment – that’s part of the reason our beans are certified organic. But there are other ways to drink coffee responsibly, from composting coffee grounds to recycling cups. Read on! “Coffee filters can produce a lot of waste. You can buy coffee machines with filters that are reusable, and have metal mesh as …

Learning to love coffee? This list of handy tips has you covered, from coffee brewing methods to coffee grinder care. “…let’s advance to some tips that I’d like to bring to the table. These are all tips I’ve learned and adopted over the past year ½ and I hope you do to.”  

There is always a lot of debate when it comes to best coffee practices. Some think it’s OK to freeze coffee, while others advocate keeping it fresh. This author comes down firmly on the side of not freezing your coffee! “Whether you buy ground coffee or grind it at home, either way you have to store it. But how? Do …

We share a lot of lighthearted fun pieces alongside educational fare. This in-depth article about the coffee industry is part one of a look at barista health in the coffee workplace. Packed full of coffee industry facts – if you get your coffee from a shop, learn about the people who make that possible. “Working in specialty coffee can be …

There are a lot of coffee mugs out there. But who knew there were coffee mugs for lovers? Give the gift of coffee (holding) for Valentine’s Day! “…share a coffee with someone you love today.”  

Having trouble getting to the gym? Coffee can grab you by the hand and get you there! “Chances are good that over the next few weeks, more than a few of you will hit the gym for the first time in a while. Exercise is a natural stimulant that, when combined with a healthy diet, leaves you feeling energetic and …

An octopus, a swan, and President Obama…what do they have in common? All have been featured in coffee art! Click through to explore a large collection of coffee art pictures.   Read more at: http://artinmycoffee.com/

You know that the “coffee makes you dehydrated,” myth has been busted, but what about water? Do you need to drink 8 glasses a day? “We have all heard the popular advice that we should drink at least eight glasses of water a day, so it may be a surprise that this is more myth than fact…” Read more at: …

Can coffee give your genes a workout? “Have you ever wondered how you could get more out of your workouts? And have you ever wondered what actually happens to your muscles when you exercise?”   Read more at: http://frshgrnd.com/2012/12/holiday-gift-guide-wishlist-for-coffee-lovers/

While the title references holidays, any time is a good time to buy cool gifts for the coffee lovers in your life. “If it seems like every week a new coffee brewer is being touted on gadget blogs or hopeful Kickstarter campaigns, you’re not alone. Most of them aren’t worth writing about, which is why you rarely see them here, …