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From Shock to Awe: Embracing Finland’s Unique Cultural Landscape

Finland’s culture, which is full of history, goes against the idea that it is always dark and snowy. Even though they are called “shy,” Finns are very friendly and sure of themselves. Natural beauty, like the Northern Lights, lakes, and woods, is a big part of what makes the country unique. Traditions like sauna routines ...

Viena Abdon

Helsinki, Finland.

5 Unique Coffee Traditions Around the World

Coffee is more than just a drink. It’s the second most sold good in the world, after oil. As a result, coffee traditions have become symbols of hospitality and social contact in many countries. Coffee’s cultural significance extends beyond its stimulating properties. It expresses heritage, history, and unique practices. This article will explore the five ...

Viena Abdon

A green mug full of coffee surrounded by coffee beans.

How Is Decaf Coffee Made? And Is It Really Caffeine-Free?

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, and its high levels of caffeine are among the main reasons why. It’s a natural stimulant that provides an energy buzz, and we just can’t get enough. However, some people prefer to limit their caffeine intake for health or other reasons. Decaffeinated or “decaf” ...

Troy Oakes

Making coffee.

Can Coffee Help You Avoid Weight Gain? Here’s What the Science Says

Coffee is well recognized as having a positive impact on long-term health. Drinking the equivalent of three to four cups of instant coffee a day reduces the risk of many health conditions, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some cancers. Most people gain small amounts of weight each year as they age. But can ...

Troy Oakes

Ground coffee.

The Top 8 Superfoods

“Superfoods” are foods considered to be beneficial to our health. Among the superfoods that made it to the 2023 list by Good Housekeeping, many of them are popular and familiar to us, such as coffee, dark chocolate, legumes, ginger, and berries. 8 top superfoods 1. Fermented foods According to Registered Dietitian Stefani Sassos, Deputy Director of ...

Mikel Davis

Various colorful superfoods such as acai powder, turmeric, matcha green tea, quinoa, pumpkin seeds, blueberries, dried goji berries, cape gooseberries, raw cocoa, hemp seeds, and others in bowls on a marble surface with blocks spelling the words "super foods."

Unveiling the Best Drink for a Power-Packed Boost

As life increasingly moves, finding ways to gain an edge and push through demanding days is critical. What drink should you reach for when you need an instant power-packed pick-me-up?  Not all caffeinated beverages are created equal. While coffee and energy drinks may seem like obvious options, some alternatives offer an energizing lift without the ...

Viena Abdon

A cup of coffee with roasted coffee beans.

How to Make Espresso: A Guide for Coffee Lovers

Do you love the rich, creamy taste of a good espresso? However, making the perfect cup can seem daunting as it consists of many essential factors to create an ideal brew. If you want to learn how to make espresso, this article will provide tips from choosing the right beans to pulling the perfect shot. ...

Viena Abdon

Adding sugar to a cup of espresso.

Mushroom Coffee: Does the Hype Live Up to Its Health Benefits?

If you’re on the hunt for a more health-conscious coffee option, mushroom coffee is increasingly becoming the preferred brew of choice. But does drinking it actually offer any real health benefits? This article dives into the world of mushroom coffee to investigate its potential advantages, helping coffee fanatics decide whether it’s worth making the switch. ...

Mike West

A cup of mushroom coffee.

Melitta Bentz Set an Entrepreneurial Milestone for Women in 1908

Sometimes simple inventions can change the world. This is especially true for the coffee filter paper, invented by Frau Amalie Auguste Melitta Bentz 114 years ago in Germany.  If you’ve been at it for a while, working on your dream, and just can’t seem to find a breakthrough, then rest assured that all your efforts ...

Nathan Machoka

The Melitta Coffee Logo on a smartphone.

Warming Effects of 6 Drinks

When the temperature outside is very cold, it is a pleasure to drink something hot to get warm, but do you know which hot drink keeps you warm the longest? A Japanese television program ranked 6 hot drinks by their warming effect and found that ginger tea, the drink most commonly thought to be the ...

David Jirard

Two cups of cocoa.