Thanks for this wonderful overview of the history of coffee and its terrific detail regarding coffee's cultural importance. As a coffee lover married to an Italian Canadian partial to cappuccino, I thought I knew a lot about coffee. I can hardly wait to try 'pour over' and some of the other exotic coffees to discuss.
The post does not just make me ponder the complexity of coffee itself, but also the cultural significance behind it.The journey of coffee from Ethiopia to Yemen and then across Europe is not just a story of cultural exchange, but also of conquest and a power dynamic. Understanding the idea of third wave coffee reminds me that as consumers, we have a responsibility to support more ethical and equitable practices.
Thank you, Professor, for inspiring me to look beyond the surface :)
Thank you for this overview, lovely as it is detailed. Third places are important and coffee shops have an interesting way of appealing to almost anyone–– if you're not a coffee fan, there are many 'gateway' or otherwise miscellaneous drinks and/or foods to appreciate. If not for the edible, there is the atmospheric or social aspect. What a curious niche that has permeated our culture... Funnily, I think I fall into Group C, despite my background. Excited to read more about your journey~
I really enjoyed reading this article, especially learning the different types of people that go to cafes for different reasons and experiences! I also enjoyed the shoutouts of different cafes to try and their different approaches such as no internet! Great read!!
Thanks for this wonderful overview of the history of coffee and its terrific detail regarding coffee's cultural importance. As a coffee lover married to an Italian Canadian partial to cappuccino, I thought I knew a lot about coffee. I can hardly wait to try 'pour over' and some of the other exotic coffees to discuss.
Thanks a lot Sir Glen. Your contribution to the essay is appreciated.
The post does not just make me ponder the complexity of coffee itself, but also the cultural significance behind it.The journey of coffee from Ethiopia to Yemen and then across Europe is not just a story of cultural exchange, but also of conquest and a power dynamic. Understanding the idea of third wave coffee reminds me that as consumers, we have a responsibility to support more ethical and equitable practices.
Thank you, Professor, for inspiring me to look beyond the surface :)
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Thank you for this overview, lovely as it is detailed. Third places are important and coffee shops have an interesting way of appealing to almost anyone–– if you're not a coffee fan, there are many 'gateway' or otherwise miscellaneous drinks and/or foods to appreciate. If not for the edible, there is the atmospheric or social aspect. What a curious niche that has permeated our culture... Funnily, I think I fall into Group C, despite my background. Excited to read more about your journey~
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I really enjoyed reading this article, especially learning the different types of people that go to cafes for different reasons and experiences! I also enjoyed the shoutouts of different cafes to try and their different approaches such as no internet! Great read!!
Thanks for the comments. Stay tuned for the remainder of the treatise