Tagged “barista”
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La Dame du Café: specialty coffee by bike in Lausanne
Meet La Dame du Café, Emilie's Lausanne project combining a mobile bike café, small-batch roasting, specialty beans, events and local presence.
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Barista competitions: behind the scenes of a technical craft
How barista competitions work: WBC rules, judging, training, costs, latte art and practical lessons for making better coffee at home.
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Types of milk foam: microfoam, macrofoam and heated milk
Microfoam, macrofoam or simply heated milk: differences, uses, temperature, milk choice and common mistakes for cappuccino, latte and milk coffee.
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11 common espresso machine mistakes to avoid
Grind, dose, tamping, water, temperature, cleaning and milk: identify common home espresso mistakes and correct them methodically.
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How to extract coffee properly: from bean to cup
Understand coffee extraction through grind size, dose, water temperature and contact time, with simple corrections for a balanced cup.
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How to make a good cappuccino at home: ratio, milk and technique
Cappuccino ratio, espresso, milk foam, temperature and common mistakes: make a balanced homemade cappuccino with realistic techniques.
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Plant-based drinks for creamy lactose-free coffee
The best plant-based drink for coffee, cappuccino or latte: oat, soy, almond, coconut, rice, foam, flavour, digestion and barista options.
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Roaster tips for choosing, storing and brewing better coffee
Learn how to read a coffee bag, discuss preferences with a roaster, troubleshoot extraction and avoid vague promises about perfect coffee.
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How to make espresso at home: recipe and troubleshooting
Dial in espresso at home with a clear dose, brew ratio, grind size, temperature and shot time, plus practical fixes for common problems.
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Specialty coffee in Switzerland: quality, price and choice
Understand today's SCA definition, traceability, Swiss roasters, prices, certifications, freshness and how to choose specialty coffee.