Ever wondered what happens if you ignore your moka pot for too long? When I got my Barista Espresso machine, I pushed my old trusty moka pot to the back of the shelf. I was too busy pulling shots, steaming milk, and pretending I was running a café from my kitchen. But then, out of…
Have you ever wondered why your mushroom coffee loses its punch faster than you’d like? A few days ago, I wrote a post on the benefits of mushroom coffee. But here’s the thing: those benefits don’t mean much if you don’t protect the freshness. I quickly learned that leaving the bag half-open in the pantry…
Ever found yourself staring at a shelf full of moka pots, wondering which one to grab? A few years ago, I was standing in the supermarket, completely stuck between an aluminum moka pot and a shiny stainless steel moka pot. The aluminum one was cheaper and lighter, while the stainless looked tougher, like it would…
Ever had your moka pot suddenly stop brewing the way it used to? I had a moka pot that always made smooth, rich coffee without issues. But one morning, things changed. The coffee wouldn’t brew. I sat there staring at it, waiting and waiting, until I finally gave up and turned off the burner. With…
Ever tried shopping for a moka pot and thought, “Wait, what’s a 6-cup? And why does it look smaller than my morning mug?” I remember my first time picking one out. I assumed a “3-cup” moka pot meant three big cups of coffee. And guess what? It didn’t! What I ended up with was three…
Ever brewed coffee in a moka pot and wondered why it tasted more like burnt ash than smooth espresso? When I first started brewing with a moka pot many years ago, it was way before I even had my espresso machine. More often than not, the coffee came out bitter and harsh, almost undrinkable. I…
I’m not exactly the person who thrives in the woods, but as a coffee lover, there’s one thing I refuse to compromise on: a good cup of coffee. The first time I tried bringing a glass French press along, it was a disaster. Between worrying about it shattering in my backpack and dealing with gritty…
Ever had your moka pot refuse to cooperate right when you want that perfect cup? I have a large, classic Italian moka pot, and after a couple of months, things went sideways. The coffee stopped brewing properly. In other words, nothing came out. I’d turn off the heat from the stove, switch it back on,…
Ever wondered if you should be using syrup or sauce in your coffee? You’re not alone! These two flavoring agents often sit side-by-side in cafés and pantries, yet they serve very different purposes. Syrups are smooth, sweet, and mix effortlessly into cold drinks. Sauces, on the other hand, are thicker, richer, and perfect for hot…
Did you know that collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, making up about 30% of its total protein content? Basically, it’s the glue that holds everything together, such as your skin, joints, bones, and even your gut lining. A few years back, I started looking for ways to manage an old…