We all like those who are kind to the planet, don’t we? There are growing calls for locally sourced produce in restaurants and supermarkets and demands for those who produce food stuffs to give a care to the impact their processes have on the environment. In India, the government is giving their coffee farmers an [...]
Posted by Matt on the 10th January 2012
The news of the research done by the Harvard School of Public Health has spread far and wide. It is potentially good news for coffee loving ladies – and here’s why. The study provided some evidence, apparently, that if you drink more than four cups of coffee on a daily basis, there is a potentially [...]
Posted by Dennis on the 9th January 2012
Once upon a time, women found enormous obstacles in the way of any involvement in the business world. Thankfully, things have changed and there are examples of women in business opportunities all over the place. One such example is in Kerala. There is a new initiative there, according to reports in the news, which connect [...]
Posted by Dennis on the 6th January 2012
To reach one hundred years of age is nothing to be sniffed at – and the life of Leopold Hawelka was certainly a life less ordinary. He has recently passed away, but the legacy he leaves behind is notable. Leopold began running his coffee business in 1938 and Café Hawelka became well-known throughout the city [...]
Posted by Dennis on the 5th January 2012
Have you seen the headlines about the new research project concerning the use of coffee as a potential fuel? The world is becoming increasingly interested in alternative sources of power. There has been talk of obtaining gas and oil from shale. Wind farms are becoming more and more common. There is research into many other [...]
Posted by Phil on the 4th January 2012