Archive for May, 2007

Taking coffee to a new level, Part 2

Posted in Rant on May 6th, 2007 by me

Taking coffee to a new level …

UP

Home Roasting - the freshest beans are all resting at home.
Forums like CoffeeGeek and Home-Barista
Coffee Greens SG
Bottomless Portafilters - looks might not be everything, but at least you know whether you are tamping correctly.

DOWN

Singapore National Barista Championships 2007
all major coffee chains in Singapore - there’s not one single place that even knows how to do an  espresso with decent crema. If I wanted overextracted coffee, I’ll rather drink my drip tray.
Far Coast Coffee - coffee pods. You want pods, get an ipod.

Leave your comments on where I can find a decent place that serves espresso with decent crema or if you wish to add to this list.

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Meetup at Steve’s

Posted in Meetups on May 6th, 2007 by me

Thanks to Steve Cairns for hosting the 3rd meetup for CGSG. We all had a great time.  I really enjoyed this meetup, as I finally got to touch and pull shots from the ultimate Expobar Brewtus II.  I used Vivace Dolce, roasted til verge of 2nd crack, rested for only a day.

Here’s a video of Kai Seng pulling a shot of Mexico Oaxaca from Sweet Maria’s. Steve has this neat sign that says “Espresso Open” on the wall overlooking his Brewtus.

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