Monday, 16. November 2009
The term Expresso coffee derives from the Italian word espresso and translates to brewed for you. This term has been used to identify a particular type of coffee since the beginning of the 20th century. While this method is actually older than that term. Not everyone understands what the term Expresso coffee actually means.
A popular misconception is that Expresso coffee is different than pother coffee because of the beans that are used. This simply is not true. There are specialty beans that are popular with Expresso coffee but they alone do not make a cup of coffee Expresso coffee.
The blend of the beans is also something that is often credited with being what is different with Expresso coffee. Blends just like beans may be made with Expresso coffee in mind but this does not mean that a cup of coffee made with these blends is Expresso coffee.
While others believe that it is the roast. A roast of a coffee pertains to how strong a cup of coffee is. Expresso coffee may very well be bold but not all people prefer their Expresso coffee bold in fact there are some areas of the country that tend to prefer a light roast. The traditional roast in Italy is a medium roast. The roast actually is all up to personal taste.
Most coffees are rated by the type of beans that are used or the blend, but Expresso coffee is different than other coffees due to the fact that it actually relates to the method used to brew the coffee. This does not imply that there are not specific beans and blends that are designed to be used in the brewing process of Expresso but rather that it is the brewing method that is truly unique to Expresso coffee. While it is traditional to serve coffee in a mug or coffee Expresso coffee is actually served in a small cup that resembles a child tea cup. This cup only hold a shot of coffee not a full 8 oz as do most coffee cups. What truly makes Expresso coffee Expresso is that it is brewed under a large amount of pressure using extremely finely ground beans.
Making expresso coffee is a skill. A properly made cup of expresso coffee will have a light brown layer on the top. This layer is known as crema. Crema can only be produced if the coffee is made properly. In order to make an authentic cup of espresso you must have a true espresso machine. The difference in machines is how much pressure is applied to the brewing process.
Brewing the coffee is not the only thing that makes Expresso coffee unique. The way it is properly drank is also a unique experience. Expresso should be held up to the nose and smelled by taking a large whiff of the aroma of the Expresso coffee. Then the coffee should be drunk in several swallows. Then the cup should be placed back on the serving saucer with vigor.
Some people may look at a drinker funny if they add sugar to expresso coffee but actually this practice is accepted in Italy. However to truly savor the expresso coffee it should be drank straight. This will allow you to truly enjoy the experience the way it is intended.
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Posted in Coffee by Lucia Latte -
Thursday, 12. November 2009
I live in New York, home to some of the best food in the world. The same can be said about coffee too. There are so many great makers of coffee in this city that it’s sometimes hard to keep up with them all.
It was just last week when I stumbled upon my favorite new coffee. In fact, this is the best coffee I’ve ever tried in my life. That’s a really bold statement when you consider how much coffee I actually drink.
The store has its origins in Portland, Oregon, with a few locations throughout the city and some others in Seattle. The founder of the chain moved to New York, and that’s all to our benefit, as the first of a few planned branches has opened here.
Many patrons of Stumptown praise the high quality of the entire menu, but I’ve stuck with the regular house brew so far and it’s excellent. The cafe lattes and the cappuccinos are said by many to be even better than the regular coffee.
You’d be surprised to know that Stumptown coffee doesn’t really cost any more than you’d pay at a major chain, which happens to be a great thing. The atmosphere, though it lacks seating in this particular location, also seems to be one entirely based around the quality of the coffee.
I’m not alone when I say that this is the best coffee I’ve ever had. The chain has won numerous awards, and those who’ve tried it seem to be just as hooked as I am.
Seattle residents are going as far as saying that Stumptown has the best coffee in their city. When a coffee chain is winning the praise of drinkers in a huge coffee city like Seattle, I think the praise speaks for itself.
I can only envy those on the West coast who’ve been fortunate enough to have a Stumptown in their city for the last decade. As for me, I’ll definitely be making the most of my new found obsession.
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Posted in Coffee by Simon Reese -
Tuesday, 3. November 2009
Dishes made from cod fish are scrumptious, nutritious, and plain to prepare for dinner. A huge advantage is you can create a large variety, like microwave it or roast. You can garnish with vegetables or just present it alone. You will be excited to know you can add what you want to make a meal that is inimitable and luscious. With cod fish recipes nothing can go haywire.
Consider your wishes before choosing among the different ways. If you are dieting, keep away from frying, as it is not good. For something savory, think of a recipe involving a jumble of vegetables or sauces. For simple one, pick a bare-bone recipe with highlight on just fish sans beautification or constituents.
Preparation time plays a major role on deciding which dish to opt. When you want it quickly, there would be no time to marinate the fish with sauces. Before finalizing the suitable dish, look through the duration of preparing all cod fish dishes. Make up your mind if you want refrigerated or fresh pieces.
This recipe is just one of many you can make for all. It tastes like what you may have at a diner or inn being easy to make and low-priced; a simple recipe entailing tomatoes and cheese, and just bare bones.
To Start here are the things that go into this: 1 1/2 pounds of cold cod bone, 1 teaspoon of butter, salt and pepper, four sliced tomatoes, Swiss cheese (as much as you’d want on the fish), and 1/2 cup of half and half.
For making this recipe, peel the fish’s coat and bones. With a paper towel dry the fish. Preheat oven at 375 degrees. Melt the butter. Keep the tomato pieces on the fish and add cheese as much as you want, transfer the cream on it, and add the butter to a baking pan. Your fish is set to get baked and takes 25 minutes or until it appears to peel off.
Replacing the ingredients is your choice. For instant, if you are averse to Swiss cheese, alternate with cheddar cheese. If tomatoes are not your favorite, add green peppers in its place.
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Posted in Wine by James Swelling -
Saturday, 17. October 2009
Preparation Of Basic Foods: Dairy Produce.
Eggs: Part Two
Poaching: boil 40mm water in a frying pan; add a teaspoon of salt and a teaspoon of vinegar. Crack egg into cup, inspect and tip into water. Turn down the heat. Gather the white around the unbroken yolk with a spoon and simmer for 3-4 mins. Lift out with a fish slice, drain and serve on hot buttered toast.
Scrambling: beat the eggs well; add salt, pepper to taste and a dash of milk. Melt enough butter to cover the bottom of a small pan. Cook the eggs slowly, stirring continuously. Cook in a basin floating in boiling water, if preferred. Serve when almost completely set, after about 5 mins.
Fried Eggs: Melt enough butter to easily cover the base of a frying pan. Tip the egg(s) in gently and fold the whites around the yolks. When the white has solidified, baste the yolk to taste and remove whole with a fish slice.
Baked Eggs: lightly grease an oven-proof dish and slide the egg(s) gently into it. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and butter to taste. Bake in a medium oven and serve in the same bowl after the whites have set to your liking.
Omelette: buy a pan and keep it solely for omelettes! The base should be smooth and clean. Allow two eggs per person; beat lightly and add salt and pepper to taste. Heat enough butter to cover the base of the frying pan. When the butter is hot, pour in the eggs; as it sets, lift up the handle and draw the set mixture up towards the handle, allowing the liquid egg to run down onto the hot pan. When all the liquid is set, tilt the pan forward and roll the omelette over. Serve immediately on a hot plate. It can be filled with almost anything, before being rolled over.
Pouring Custard: beat 2-3 eggs for every one pint of milk lightly. Heat the milk and pour gradually over the eggs; add sugar and flavouring to taste; cook in a double pan or jug and hot water until the required thickness has been achieved. If it is not to be served immediately, pour a thin layer of water onto it to stop a skin forming.
Baked Custard: proceed as above but then transfer the custard into a lightly greased shallow dish; sprinkle sparsely with nutmeg and place the dish in water to halfway up its sides. Bake at 350 F for 35-45 minutes; you can test its solidity by inserting a knife, which should be clean on withdrawal.
Steamed Custard: proceed as for above, but cook in a steamer or a pan in boiling water. The length of cooking time is about the same too.
Custard Tarts: pour pouring custard into unbaked pastry cases and bake in the oven for 40-50 minutes. A little jam can be placed at the bottom of the pastry case first, if preferred.
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Posted in Cooking by Owen Jones -
Sunday, 20. September 2009
Before you can begin making coffee with coffee pods, and before you should even think about purchasing your coffee pods, you’ll want to acquire a coffee pod brewer. Some research on your part will be necessary as not all coffee pods are exactly the same. There are various different sizes of pods, and some brewers allow more than one pod to be used at once. The best way to determine the correct pod for your brewer, or brewer for your coffee pods, is to check your brewer’s capacity against the coffee pods grams per pod.
Different Sized Coffee Pods
Most coffee pods brewers can hold pods between four and nine grams, though there are many that can hold pods that contain up to twelve grams of coffee. In some cases, it is required to pre-infuse the larger coffee pods. Although pre-infusing sounds very technical, it’s really nothing more than wetting the pod before placing it in the brewer. It is generally impossible to tell just by looking whether your pod will fit your machine. This is because all coffee pods currently on the market are between 55 and 61 mm, which is not easily discerned by the human eye.
The T-Disc and K-Cup
Very different than coffee pods, T-Discs and K-Cups are also floating around on the market. There are not an “open format” like the coffee pods; not just anyone can make them. Producers need permission and a license, which means selection of T-Discs and K-Cups is very limited in comparison to coffee pods. Strangely, T-Discs are also not Kosher.
Tassimo T-Discs
T-Discs only work in the Tassimo Hot Beverage Machines, and the Tassimo Hot Beverage Machines only use T-Discs. There are some marked advantage to T-Discs over coffee pods or K-Cups, however. When one buys T-Discs to make cappuccino, for instance, they’ll receive a package with separate groups of discs; some discs for milk, and containing coffee. While this may seem like a less convenient method, it does give the Tassimo system the flexibility to offer not only coffee, but latte, cappuccino, and even hot chocolate, complete with a frothy topping.
Should You Coffee Pods, T-Discs, Or K-Cups?
Consider the differences between T-Discs, K-Cups and coffee pods before you pick your medium and do some research on exactly what you plan to brew so that you know your new machine will match up. Remember that T-Discs are available only from Tassimo, and K-Cups can be used only in a select group of machines. Also, although you can make your own coffee pods, it’s not so easy with T-Discs and K-Cups.
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Posted in Coffee by Courtney Pox -