Tasty dishes, delicious drinks, and decadent desserts are commonly tied to specific seasons. Most often, this relationship is linked to the various ingredients used in these concoctions - for instance,...

In Iran, they have been called the smiling nut.  In China, they are known as the happy nut. In ancient Greek, Roman, and Egyptian civilizations they were used medicinally.  The...

Originally, St. Patrick’s Day was celebrated to honor St. Patrick, a missionary who brought Christianity to Ireland in the 5th century.  But over time, this day has evolved into an...

When I was in high school, our concert band used to go on tour each spring.  These trips were fun adventures for the students, but they were also true blessings...

Coffee takes dessert from everyday to extraordinary. The complex flavor acts like a seasoning, bringing out the best in chocolate, caramel, vanilla and more. Coffee also adds a touch of...

Coffee cakes are irresistible treats that marry two beloved flavors sweet cake and robust coffee. The allure lies in the way the mild bitterness of coffee perfectly balances out the...

Homemade coffee creamers offer many benefits compared to store-bought varieties. When you make your own, you can control the ingredients to create a healthier option without artificial flavors or sweeteners....

Smooth and buttery, rich and sweet, sometimes spicy…ah yes, as our dear country was taking shape, our forefathers brought forth on this continent a new…flavor! During colonial times, liquor -...

Whenever I picture toasted chestnuts, two things come to mind: The Christmas Song, sung by Mel Torme, of course, complete with a crackling fire, ready for roasting chestnuts. The busy...

Tea latte recipes from a coffee company? You betcha! Last year we added a variety of teas to our clean, healthy coffee line up, and needless to say, we’re in...

Nothing compares to the fabulous, fun, and festive flavors which routinely accompany the holiday season. Most of these rich, decadent, and indulgent tastes seem as if they were solely made...

If you want to add a touch of texture and a hint of natural sweetness to your coffee, you likely opt for milk (dairy or nondairy) as your go-to brew...

We often think of coffee as a morning mug filler - our preferred decadent, delicious, daily dose of energy that provides us with fuel to tackle the day’s duties. Alcohol,...

No matter the time of year, one bite into a rich, decadent, and practically sinful, piece of English butter toffee floods my heart and mind with the warmest of holiday...

The Americano is a caffeinated drink that combines espresso and hot water providing a similar experience to regular coffee but with a unique espresso base. It's a popular choice for...

It tastes a tad sweeter than traditionally brewed coffee. It isn’t as bitter as drip coffee. It’s less acidic than hot coffee. What kind of brew could we possibly be...

A little touch of sweetness, a hint of nuttiness, and a rich, satisfyingly crunchy texture…ah, sounds like a treat just begging to be dipped in or enjoyed alongside a rich...

o coffee and vodka make a good pair? You decide…Coffee is a stimulant, whereas vodka is alcohol, making it a depressant. Some folks advise against mixing the two as the...

Better than Forrest and Jennie, tastier than peas and carrots, the combination of coffee and cookies is absolutely dynamite! Shortbread cookies and light roast coffee. Sugar cookies and cappuccinos. A...

How do you define harmony? We typically think of harmony in terms of music, or to be more specific, a combination of notes within a chord or chord progression which...

(When I was young) “Grandma, how many more days?” “By the end of next week, they should be ready.” “But, why not now?” “They’re just not ripe yet, hun.” “Red...

Is it just me, or has the fall season grown in popularity over the last 10-20 years? I can recall as a child, through my college years, and even into...

Cool, refreshing peppermint. Bold, smooth coffee. Bittersweet and decadent chocolate. Velvety, rich cream. Individually, these flavors are incredible. But together, these tastes combine to form something truly divine! Mint, chocolate,...

Poolside, beach view, toes in the sand…or simply a toasted coconut coffee in your hand! Sure, enjoying a creatively crafted Toasted Coconut latte or cocktail would be amazing to sip...