Coffee & espresso, done properly
Coffee Gurus
Daniel Ho's notes on coffee and espresso: a step-by-step guide to the La Pavoni manual lever machine, a glossary of coffee terms, drink recipes from around the world, and a blog of reviews and clippings, 2006–2010.
The Guide
How to Use a La Pavoni
A hard-won, step-by-step method for pulling a proper shot on a manual lever machine.
Reference
Coffee Terms
A short glossary — barista to kopi luwak — in plain language.
Recipes
Coffee Drinks
Vietnamese cafe sua da, Hong Kong style ying yang, and the Italian classics.
Technique
How To
Frothing milk, using a French press, and other fundamentals.
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