Drinking coffee and riding bicycles makes me happy! Although I don't recommend riding bicycles while drinking coffee.
Showing posts with label coffee. Show all posts
Showing posts with label coffee. Show all posts
Monday, September 17, 2012
Monday, August 20, 2012
happy monday!
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During my solo weekend I decided to do a 48-hour cleanse/detox. It was a good challenge. The only thing I really missed, besides my husband, was my morning cup(s) of coffee. It's not the caffeine that I missed, it was the ritual. There's just something very soothing about a dark cup of coffee in my favorite mug on a Saturday morning- leisurely sipping away the quiet hours through flavors of earthy, boldness. Oh, coffee...I don't think I could ever give you up!
Sunday, February 12, 2012
sunday mornings
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Sunday mornings make me happy. Everything seems to linger on a Sunday morning - the last sip of coffee at the bottom of my cup, the aroma of breakfast, the rays of the sun brightening one end of the apartment to the other. I love this feeling that Sunday mornings bring....that everything has slowed down for a moment.
Now if only there was one more day in the weekend.
Saturday, January 28, 2012
bikes & coffee
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I like bikes. And I like coffee. But do I like bikes and coffee together? I guess I'll have to stop by this shop when we get back from Phoenix. It's just up the street from us so it might be a new neighborhood favorite. Although there is already another coffee shop right next door and another favorite down the street. But really nothing can beat sipping a cup of coffee in your jammies at home....Now that makes me happy!
Saturday, February 19, 2011
he's my favorite
Just another reason why Ebert's my favorite.
I came home from yoga this afternoon and found this note on our coffee maker. Ebert had left for the suburbs because he was spending the night out there to help with an ABD event. He knows that I'm a horrible coffee maker, so he got everything ready so that on Sunday morning all I have to do is push the ON button to start brewing my morning coffee.
It's really quite humorous because I worked at Starbucks for 6 years, so you'd think that I'd be able to make a decent pot of coffee at home. Nope. I was on a roll for a while when I was making a french press, however that only lasted a few months- it became too labor intensive and I wasn't getting the grind right and that makes all the difference. I've had Ebert show me exactly what he does and I've followed his instructions to a T, but it's just not the same. When he makes the coffee it just tastes better. I think he adds a little magic to it!
I came home from yoga this afternoon and found this note on our coffee maker. Ebert had left for the suburbs because he was spending the night out there to help with an ABD event. He knows that I'm a horrible coffee maker, so he got everything ready so that on Sunday morning all I have to do is push the ON button to start brewing my morning coffee.
It's really quite humorous because I worked at Starbucks for 6 years, so you'd think that I'd be able to make a decent pot of coffee at home. Nope. I was on a roll for a while when I was making a french press, however that only lasted a few months- it became too labor intensive and I wasn't getting the grind right and that makes all the difference. I've had Ebert show me exactly what he does and I've followed his instructions to a T, but it's just not the same. When he makes the coffee it just tastes better. I think he adds a little magic to it!
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
french inspiration
The past few weeks I've been enjoying the art of making a French Press Coffee in the morning. I love the ritual. Every step keeps me present and focused-
Choosing the perfect blend of coffee beans,
making sure the grind is coarse enough,
the water temperature is just right,
and that the coffee steeps for just the exact amount of time.
There is definitely an artistic science to the French Press Coffee and it's been a great way to start the morning.
Even though I've never been to France, here's some French inspiration for you on this lovely Tuesday! Or at least things that start with the word 'French'.
Learn how to make a French Press Coffee at home with this recipe.
Enjoy some French Toast with your coffee.
Snapshots of a French vacation.
Homemade French Vanilla Ice Cream.
The original French Manicure.
Cute French Bulldogs.
Baked French Fries with Sea Salt, Pepper, and Parsley.
16 tips & techniques for French Kissing. (I couldn't resist, this is just too funny!)
Pretty hairstyles - the French Braid and the the French Twist.
Choosing the perfect blend of coffee beans,
making sure the grind is coarse enough,
the water temperature is just right,
and that the coffee steeps for just the exact amount of time.
There is definitely an artistic science to the French Press Coffee and it's been a great way to start the morning.
Even though I've never been to France, here's some French inspiration for you on this lovely Tuesday! Or at least things that start with the word 'French'.
Learn how to make a French Press Coffee at home with this recipe.
Enjoy some French Toast with your coffee.
Snapshots of a French vacation.
Homemade French Vanilla Ice Cream.
The original French Manicure.
Cute French Bulldogs.
Baked French Fries with Sea Salt, Pepper, and Parsley.
16 tips & techniques for French Kissing. (I couldn't resist, this is just too funny!)
Pretty hairstyles - the French Braid and the the French Twist.
Friday, August 6, 2010
fritz pastry
If you haven't been to Fritz Pastry, then you need to check out the awesomeness of this adorably quaint pastry and coffee shop.
I'll be quite honest - I love this place! And coming from me, the quintessential coffee snob that I am, that says a lot. For 6 1/2 years I donned the green apron of a barista/coffee master, so I know my coffee. Yes, I worked at that chain coffee shop. The one that seems to be on every street corner in America, which you can see in this hilarious video. But, lets get back to coffee.
There's nothing worse than a bad cup of coffee. And, unfortunately, I've had too many weak, bitter, water-downed, tea-like, old tasting, burnt, cups of coffee at mom and pop shops. I hate to admit this but most times I'll choose the chain coffee shop over a local business because I know what to expect. There is a consistency of standards at the chain places that I don't always experience at local ones. Don't get be wrong, I've had crappy cups of coffee at the chain stores as well, but not as often as at mom and pop shops.
So, when I first went to Fritz's I was a little skeptical. But, it's hard to walk in to this place and not immediately fall in love with it. The brown and robin's egg blue decor is very cute! This vintage, modern look has a sophisticated, yet homey feel to it. I could definitely spend an afternoon here reading a book or surfing the web on their free wi-fi.
All skepticism immediately vanished when I looked into their pastry case full of homemade goodies. Macaroons, brioches, donuts, danishes, croissants, muffins, cakes, tarts, cookies....so much deliciousness to choose from. And so far everything I've tried has been scrumptious!!!
Now, on to the real deal-breaker....their coffee. Well, let me just say whether it's been hot or iced I've always had a great cup of coffee at Fritz's. It's the perfect dark, yet subtly bold blend that I like in a cup of coffee. I'll gladly pay $2 for a cup to support this local business. And the best part - it's right down the street from our apartment. Mmmmm......maybe that's not so good!!!
I'll be quite honest - I love this place! And coming from me, the quintessential coffee snob that I am, that says a lot. For 6 1/2 years I donned the green apron of a barista/coffee master, so I know my coffee. Yes, I worked at that chain coffee shop. The one that seems to be on every street corner in America, which you can see in this hilarious video. But, lets get back to coffee.
There's nothing worse than a bad cup of coffee. And, unfortunately, I've had too many weak, bitter, water-downed, tea-like, old tasting, burnt, cups of coffee at mom and pop shops. I hate to admit this but most times I'll choose the chain coffee shop over a local business because I know what to expect. There is a consistency of standards at the chain places that I don't always experience at local ones. Don't get be wrong, I've had crappy cups of coffee at the chain stores as well, but not as often as at mom and pop shops.
So, when I first went to Fritz's I was a little skeptical. But, it's hard to walk in to this place and not immediately fall in love with it. The brown and robin's egg blue decor is very cute! This vintage, modern look has a sophisticated, yet homey feel to it. I could definitely spend an afternoon here reading a book or surfing the web on their free wi-fi.
All skepticism immediately vanished when I looked into their pastry case full of homemade goodies. Macaroons, brioches, donuts, danishes, croissants, muffins, cakes, tarts, cookies....so much deliciousness to choose from. And so far everything I've tried has been scrumptious!!!
Now, on to the real deal-breaker....their coffee. Well, let me just say whether it's been hot or iced I've always had a great cup of coffee at Fritz's. It's the perfect dark, yet subtly bold blend that I like in a cup of coffee. I'll gladly pay $2 for a cup to support this local business. And the best part - it's right down the street from our apartment. Mmmmm......maybe that's not so good!!!
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