Introduction to Coffee and its Varieties

coffee

There are so many choices today for coffee drinkers. The popularity of coffee drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes, espressos, and Americanos offer variety the American coffee did not have available 40 years ago. The (brief) history of coffee The legend of coffee is that an Ethiopian goat farmer noticed his goats jumping around and dancing … Read more

How to Garden on a Slope in 11 Easy Steps

fruit trees and grapevines growing on a hillslope by the sea

It can be tricky to make a garden on a slope. Many problems may arise if the land has an incline, mostly because the unevenness of the land can dry the soil. This dry soil can then lead to problems with watering, pruning, and more. Sadly, many don’t have a choice about where they garden. … Read more

Composting Vs. Sheet Mulching in Permaculture

cardboard mulching in the permaculture garden

You probably heard of the permaculture technique known as ‘sheet mulching’. An on-the-spot composting solution, sheet mulching seems like a convenient way to compost without as much hard labor as building compost piles. However, there are some key differences between sheet mulching and composting that make them equally as good as each other and suitable … Read more

Coffee with Cognac – Simply Delicious

black coffee with cognac

This is just so good on a cold winter night. Cognac and coffee were made for each other. Suggested Accompaniments What is the difference between Cognac & other types of brandy? Brandy is a liquor, or spirit made from a mash of distilled fruit.. The word brandy is derived from the word Brandywijn, which is … Read more