Locales

The Lovely Coffee Shops of Taipei

Meet some of the cafés that are bolstering the growing specialty-coffee scene in Taiwan’s diverse and beautiful capital. BY MICHAELA TOMCHEKSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE Photos by Michaela Tomchek The small island nation of Taiwan is […]

Coffee Drinks

6 Amazing Drinks in Kansas City, Mo.

The city jumped into the specialty-coffee game early, and continues to be a top-tier destination for good brews. BY EDDIE P. GOMEZSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE Featured photo by Getty Images/Unsplash Kansas City, Mo., continues to […]

Europe

Specialty Cafés to Check Out in Lisbon

The coffee scene in Lisbon has blossomed, with shops offering brunch, coffees from exceptional roasters throughout Europe, and unique experiences to impress the drinker. BY MICHAELA TOMCHEKSPECIAL TO BARISTA MAGAZINE Photos by Michaela Tomchek The […]

Know Your Ingredients

Know Your Sweeteners: Beet Sugar

We explore the differences between beet sugar and sugarcane, and take a look at their environmental impact. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo by Ville Mononen Most of us will add a spoonful […]

Know Your Ingredients

Know Your Sweeteners: Maple

Rich and warm in flavor, maple makes for a great sweetener — plus, its production is believed to have positive effects on the environment. BY EMILY JOY MENESESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Featured photo sourced via Pixabay […]