The fast-paced world of drive-thru retail has moved from the curb to the courtroom. A high-stakes legal battle has erupted over the remains of Salad and Go’s real estate portfolio, as the drive-thru coffee giant 7 Brew moves to disrupt an acquisition deal previously thought to be secured by its rival, Dutch Bros. The conflict, […]

For decades, the purist’s approach to coffee has centered on the "black is better" philosophy. Health enthusiasts and specialty coffee connoisseurs alike have often argued that adding dairy masks the nuanced flavor profiles of the bean and adds unnecessary calories. However, groundbreaking research from the University of Copenhagen has turned this narrative on its head. […]

CHIBA PREFECTURE, JAPAN – In a world increasingly dominated by standardized industrial processes, the pursuit of traditional, wild fermentation methods offers a compelling narrative of cultural preservation and culinary exploration. Renowned fermentation revivalist Sandor Katz recently embarked on a journey to Japan, a pilgrimage that culminated in the demystification of an ancient saké brewing technique, […]

OSLO, NORWAY – In an increasingly homogenized world of mass-produced beverages, a quiet revolution is bubbling up from the ancient traditions of Norway’s rural heartland. Spearheaded by passionate advocates like Norwegian beer-maker and cultural preservationist Amund Polden Arnesen, the spotlight is turning to Maltøl – a traditional farmhouse beer – and its extraordinary companion, Kveik, […]

CHIBA, JAPAN & GLOBAL KITCHENS – In a world increasingly dominated by industrialized food production, the pursuit of traditional, naturally fermented culinary arts offers a profound connection to history, craft, and microbial biodiversity. Such a journey recently led renowned fermentation revivalist Sandor Katz to the venerable Terada Honke Brewery in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, an institution […]

For decades, the debate over how to consume coffee has been polarized between purists who insist on black coffee and those who prefer the creamy indulgence of a latte or café au lait. However, a groundbreaking body of research is shifting the conversation from personal taste to biological efficacy. New evidence suggests that the classic […]

The American Old West is often viewed through a lens of cinematic romanticism—a landscape of vast horizons, rugged individualism, and the untamed frontier. While the era of the long-range cattle drive and the open range has largely faded into the annals of history, several artifacts of that period remain surprisingly intact. Beyond the leather saddles […]

In the world of home horticulture, the quest for the perfect organic fertilizer often leads gardeners to their kitchen waste. For years, the prevailing wisdom among "green thumbs" suggested that used coffee grounds were the ultimate panacea for garden soil. However, as agricultural science and soil chemistry become more accessible to the hobbyist, a more […]

OSLO, NORWAY – In an era dominated by standardized industrial processes and scientific precision, a fascinating glimpse into the ancestral roots of brewing is emerging from the remote farmsteads of Norway. Spearheaded by insights from Norwegian beer-maker Amund Polden Arnesen, the traditional farmhouse beer known as Maltøl is not merely a beverage but a living […]

As the coffee industry grapples with a generational shift toward chilled beverages, Paramount Coffee’s entry into the RTD market with 12-ounce cans signifies a strategic expansion intended to capture both the retail consumer and the high-demand foodservice sector. Main Facts: A New Chapter for a Roasting Icon The debut of Joe Knows Coffee® Cold Brew […]