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The Paradox of a Coffee Nap

Coffee and naps sound like natural enemies—one keeps you awake, the other knocks you out. But the “coffee nap” flips that logic on its head. The idea is…

Dunkin’ Buckets

Every few months, the coffee world coughs up a rumor so absurd, so wildly impractical, so beautifully unhinged that it demands investigation. And recently, one particular myth has…

But what about tea?

Tea is somewhat similar to coffee. Both are readily available, brewed in rapid succession, widespread, served hot, and containing caffeine. Of course however, tea is less popular, but…

Some things You Just Don’t Try

I’m the kind of person who will try almost anything once — especially when it comes to coffee. New beans? Sure. Weird flavor combo? Pour it. A brewing…

The Mudslide: Coffee, Cream, and a Little Chaos

A Mudslide is essentially the grown‑up cousin of a milkshake: vodka, coffee liqueur, and Irish cream shaken together (or blended) into a silky, indulgent cocktail. It first appeared…

What the Matcha?

An algae green beverage has been invading Starbucks since 2025: Matcha. Well, that’s not entirely true—Starbucks first offered Matcha in 2006, and has offered Matcha beverages for a…

Mainstays Heated Coffee Mug

It’s one thing to brew a perfect cup of coffee, but it’s another thing to serve the perfect coffee and keep it at the right temperature. Coffee is…

The Peacock Cafe

I had a recent visit to the Los Angeles County Arboretum in Arcadia. It was a vibrant blend of nature, charm, and unexpected company. Wandering the lush trails…

Guinness Review: It’s like hard black coffee

After having seen Netflix’s Guinness TV series, I’ve been craving a Guinness since. I finally scored on the classic Guinness Nitro Stout—a stout that features little to no…