Together…?

 

What effects do crises have? More egoism? Solidarity? Razorblades on your elbows? Probably all of the above. But we are certain, that in times like these, togetherness is crucial to address the challenges. And that is why we want to inspire you: With stories of people, who are successful because they are working with appreciation and respect for people and nature.

With ideas and products, that use resources mindfully. With background information on Fairtrade and work at eye level. And by being optimistic that if we stick together, we will “make it work somehow”. Certainly.

ENERGY BOOSTER

Most delicious espresso-power.

The fact that espresso is our favorite alarm clock is probably not a surprise to anyone. But you can also use espresso to make super tasty power snacks. And they are waaaay better than any other cereal bar: The espresso energy balls. A must try.

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TASTY & HEALTHY

Flourless lemon cake

Is that even a thing? Healthy cake? It is! This juicy lemon cake is not only made without flour – it is also extremely delicious and worth a little sin, although it is not actually sinful. You need to try it.

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BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS

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?

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BARISTA-TIPP

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.

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HOW CRAZY IS THAT?

Coffee stains for better solar cells.

Not a joke: The coffee-stain-phenomenon – also known as the “coffee-stain-effect” – was the subject of a study, that accomplished to make coating processes of e.g. solar cells, transistors, or biosensors more reliable. What…?

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BARISTA TIP

The Chemex – worth the hype? Or not?

The glass carafe in form of an hourglass, wood collar, nozzle-spout – one would not assume that an 80-year-old coffee pot is experiencing such a hype again. But what is so special about the Chemex? Does it really cause such a flavor explosion? Or is it also “just” a very hip pour over carafe? We have the answers for you.

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BARISTA TIP

Aromatic, strong, and quite simple: French press coffee.

The nice thing about coffee from the coffee plunger – another term for the French press – is, that it so easily prepared. You do not need anything besides water, the right organic coffee, and the pot.
That is not only convenient, but also affordable. And on top of that, French press coffee is an absolute delight – when prepared correctly. That is why we have put together the basic tricks to brew the perfect French press coffee.

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Green Lifestyle

The courage to be chaotic.

The yard as a green retreat? The balcony as a vacation spot? For most of the hobby gardeners the terrasse, balcony, or yard serve as an extension of the living room. Unfortunately, that often means that there is absolutely no room for bees, butterflies, and the like. Because they need a bit of wilderness. In this article, you find out how you can easily make that happen, while still keeping it “cozy”.

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Green Lifestyle

Give us a break.

Many of us are probably feeling the same at the moment: Summer is right around the corner and we want to travel again. Go on a nice vacation. Burry our heads in the sand – but at the beach. Understandable. So, let’s talk about (more) ecologic travelling.

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