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A Tasty Flop
On our way to St. Augustine, FL, last week, we stopped in Ridgeland, South Carolina, for a bit of lunch. Since it was the start of our adventure, we didn’t want the usual fast food to start out the trip. I Googled what was close to us and found PJ’s Coffee of New Orlean’s. They offered some delicious sandwiches as well as coffee. While at PJ’s, I found my new coffee love – Granita. This is an amazing treat of frozen coffee, blended to a smooth, icy texture. Of course, they have a machine for their granitas to keep them at the perfect temperature and consistency. But I was so…
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A Cuppa Cold Brew
It is still stupid hot. The day starts out warm, then comes to a boil and peaks with alarming thunderstorms in the evening. It is miserable and makes a person (me) dream of autumn breezes. While we cannot control the weather, a nice cup of cold brew coffee can bring a little bit of relief, especially if you need a coffee pick-me-up but cannot bear the thought of a hot drink. Cold brew is not to be confused with iced coffee. Iced coffee is usually just hot-brewed coffee served over ice. Cold brew, on the other hand, is processed with cold water, with no heat ever touching the coffee grounds.…
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The Quarantine Continues
Things are getting a little more intense with this Covid-19 virus. By the time you read this, our county will be under a stay-at-home order. Generally, this just means more caution and limiting leaving the house to necessary supply runs, etc. However, like most areas now, our supply chain is experiencing challenges. If you can find what you need in the stores, you are likely to find limits on how many of these items you can bring home. To try to avoid some of the craziness, I placed an order through Instacart for the first time ever. I ordered from Wegmans, one of my new favorite stores. I chose them…
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Mad About Mochas
We love coffee, we like it hot, we like it cold, we like it strong and we like it often. We start the day with a freshly brewed pot, made with freshly ground beans. In the summer, we also like to make cold brew. It’s not just about the caffeine, it’s also about the ritual. Wrapping my hands around a warm mug calms the soul and helps me ease into the morning. A reheated mug or a cup of cold brew in the afternoon helps me center myself before the kids crash through the door again. It’s funny how much coffee is a part of culture, a way of life.…
