First another coffee and then…
Why are so many people struggling with starting a project right away? Why does one need to prepare a coffee first, clean out the fridge (because when taking out the milk you realized that it was quite necessary – and it has been, for four weeks now). Clean the kitchen? Quickly upload a story on Instagram? Check how many reactions it has gotten yet? And then make another fresh coffee before sitting down at the computer and writing this blog post. Because I can rank myself among the moderate procrastinators. But why? And what can I do to change that (besides drinking large amounts of coffee)? Here are some tips.
Don’t fear a blank page.
Creativity is a funny thing – everyone has it. Everyone needs it (yes, even accountants). And everyone taps into it in a different way. Some need pictures to get ideas. Others need to go for a walk. Some need a couple of minutes of dozing. We need coffee (surprise). But how does inspiration really work? We have gathered some tips for you (and made a delicious Arabica).
Good news on marine protection.
Originally, the high seas and all its resources are “common heritage of mankind” according to a UN declaration from 1970 (!). Meaning: No nation should get rich at its expanse. Which – as so often – did not work out. In March though, a “miracle” happened (according to the newspaper “Die Zeit”):190 nations agreed on a treaty text on protecting the high seas. It remains to be seen though if it will actually become effective. Curious?
The cooking bag – an ancient idea, freshly thought.
Sometimes you realize that your grandma’s way of doing things might not have been so wrong. Even smart. Still today. The cooking back is one of them. It decreases the cooking time, replaces warming drawers, and on top helps to support families in South Africa. Curious? We gathered the most important info for you:
One out of 8 billion.
At first, some people have trouble with the topic “respect”. During a “coffee with” Christof Klemmer – former city dweller, then farmer, today retired farmer and thoroughly a Demeter-guy – I learned why he is way too modest to describe himself as a person who deserves to be highly respected (he definitely does). A fascinating encounter.
Why you might actually need an Aeropress.
There are more than enough coffee gadgets out there. In most cases they look quite fancy, but when it comes to the Aeropress one might ask: What does this plastic plunger thing actually do? Well, there is even a world championship for it. And some baristas swear by the Aeropress coffee. Why they do that – and why this one-cup-plastic-plunger is also ideal for backpackers, we tell you in this article.
What is the story behind the bulletproof coffee?
Coffee with butter – does that taste any good? Some people swear by the coffee version of the Tibetan butter tea. Whereas we are purists and prefer the pure aromas of our Arabicas – if necessary, with a dash of milk. But since various people in our network are asking for it, we took a closer look (and taste) at the bulletproof coffee. And this is what we found out.
Greta Thunberg’s climate book – flop or top?
Who has read Greta Thunberg’s climate book already? It was published in November 2022, 500 pages strong, and it is for one thing acknowledged by the media as a profound work of reference. Then again, there are reviews saying it is politically single-sided and lacks concrete solutions. What is your opinion?
Espresso Martini – the ultimate cocktail, not only for coffee fans.
In fact, this martini is not even a martini, but a vodka espresso. Which does not make it any less tasty. Quite the contrary: The Espresso Martini is a highlight amongst cocktails – which is why the recipe is a must on our blog.
Portafilter – (not) a male preserve?
Shiny chrome machines, with lots of small and larger levers, small wheels, valves, and pressure gages, that produce aromatic, delicious espresso, and cappuccino with a hiss. And they cause a strange behavior that could remind you of a men’s midlife crisis along with a mistress. But are portafilter machines really only a “male preserve”? Results of a self-experiment.
