Coffee & Tea

Hi, I am looking for alternatives to the Nespresso capsules to use in my Nespresso mini machine. So far, I only know of Lavazza. Are there others available in Canada? I find the Nespresso pods...

Are there any reputable dealers in the GTA?

by Cocinero Cubano 29 days ago

All - My family and I are heading to Paris and I'd like to get suggestions of solid coffee houses to visit. We're staying in the 1st arrondissement but I'm willing to walk a bit and metro if th...

I've heard of adding a pinch of salt to coffee before brewing. Does anyone do that? Does it make a difference? I've also heard of adding a few pieces of egg shell, anyone do that? A pinch of...

I used to buy Paradise Tropical Tea at Ralph's but they no longer carry it. I checked Vons/Pavillions and Albertson's and they don't stock it either. In searching on-line, it appears it may not be ...

Hi I love Celestial Seasonings Bengal Spice Tea. Am experimenting with making my own mixture. Any suggestions on proportions would be appreciated The label lists these ingredients: Cinnamon ...

When I make iced green tea at home it never tastes like the kind at Panera. I would love to know how to duplicate it at home. Any tips? Is it the brand they use or something they have infused...

I've seen other questions on this topic but not mine so asking now. I see that all 30.6 oz ground coffee containers state that it makes 240 cups. Directions on 100 cup type makers state to add 8 oz...

I have a really nice English tea kettle that is tin lined. It has a build up of limescale from hard water. Normally you can use vinegar, lemon juice, typical lime remover or something abrasive. Ho...

What is the best shop in the Hollywood area that has a good selection of loose leaf tea?

Burr Grinder?

I have before me a 3.5 lb glass container that has a label on it that says Corona Blend Coffee. It is a predominantly silver label with navy blue accents, and a "Juan Valdez"-like character next t...

Years ago I used to frequent Coffee Kingdom in Worcester, where you could get bistros of different kinds of coffee, pastries, etc. I have such fond memories of the place, as it was one of the only...

I have a Gaggia classic and a Baratza grinder at home. At work the Starbucks is far but even if it weren't I hate Starbucks coffee (partly just because I don't like any dark roast). I need somethin...

Hi, I am going to Paris next month and would love some personalized recommendations for Marriage Freres (I have read the general thread on what people like there but one persons awesome is another ...

In search of recipe for big, flat, old-fashioned Chinese tea cookie. Main ingredients are Chinese brown sugar, flour, and shortening or oil. Cantonese name is something like kong siu [or sui] pa...