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French Press | How to Brew Instructions
27/02/23
Discover the rich history & why the French press remains a coffee lover's favorite. Unique flavor, versatility & aesthetic appeal. Cafes often choose it over filter coffee. A staple in households
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Is Owning a Cafe a Profitable Business?
20/02/23
Are cafes a profitable Buisness?  They can be, but it depends on a variety of factors such as location, competition, menu offerings, and cost control. A successful cafe typically has a strong concept or theme, a prime location with high foot traffic, a unique and appealing menu, and a focus on providing excellent customer service.
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A Guide to Calibrating Batch Brew Coffee
13/02/23
The art of making the perfect cup of coffee involves expertise and close attention to detail. A consistent and well-balanced cup of batch brewed coffee can be made by calibrating the brew ratio, addressing bitter or weak flavours, and utilising a TDS metre. Read more for a comprehensive guide to calibrating and optimizing batch brew coffee. Learn how to calibrate your coffee brew ratio, troubleshoot bitter or weak taste and use TDS meter for consistent and balanced coffee in commercial settings.
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How to Schedule Employees Effectively
06/02/23
As a business owner, you know that your most important asset is your employees. However, you also know that they can be your most expensive expense. That’s why it’s important to make sure you are scheduling them effectively and efficiently. Doing so effectively according to your sales budget is a complex task, as you need to take into account the needs of your business, the availability of your employees, and any relevant labor laws. Here are a few tips to help you get started:
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The History of Oolong Tea
30/01/23
Oolong tea is a unique type of tea that is partially fermented, giving it a flavor that is somewhere between black and green tea. With a history dating back to the Ming Dynasty in China, oolong tea is known for its delicate flavor, beautiful appearance, and potential health benefits. Learn more about the history and characteristics of oolong tea in this overview.
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Why Are Food Programs in your Cafe SO Important?
23/01/23
Running a successful coffee shop is more than just serving great coffee. A well thought through food program could be the key to bring in new customers, as well as current customers more frequently. However, doing this is harder than you might think. Our experiences working with cafes, as well as running our own Analog Coffee locations showed us that implementing a food program is often the most difficult task a cafe owner has.
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Natural Processed Coffee
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Coffee Processing Methods Explained : Natural, Anaerobic, Honey, Oh My!
16/01/23
Do you ever see “honey processed” or “natural fermentation” on your bag of coffee and wonder what it all means? This is the type of “process” of your coffee, ie. what happens to the coffee cherries after they’re harvested and picked. Different coffee processing methods all lend wildly different flavours. If you’re serious about your specialty coffee journey, it’s time to learn about all the different processes.
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How to Begin Planning a Budget to Build your Cafe
10/01/23
One of the first questions we are often asked when people are beginning to plan their dreams of building their own coffee shop Is “What would be the average total cost to build a 1500 square-foot coffee shop?”   In this article we explore some things to consider, and hidden costs you might not have thought about when building the budget for your cafe. 
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High Altitude Coffee : What’s The Big Deal?
06/01/23
Have you ever wondered what elevation has to do with the cup of coffee you’re drinking? If you’ve ever looked at your bag of coffee and been baffled by “5200 ft”, you’re not alone. High altitude coffee is the kind of coffee you want to seek out, and elevation is one of the most important flavour factors. Even in hot countries near the equator, pieces of land at high altitudes have cooler temperatures. A piece of land high up in the mountains will be much cooler than the land closer to sea level. Coffee trees are happiest in these lower temperatures, and that’s why you’ll find almost exclusively high elevation coffee in the specialty coffee sphere. In this article, we’ll help you understand why high altitude coffee is so sought-after.
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Idle Tea Beetroot latte
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Ring in the New Year with Alternative Lattes!
26/12/22
Get your new year off to a great start with our Idle Tea alternative lattes. Our superfood latte powders make delicious alternatives to cappuccinos, and are jam-packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Alternative lattes are the perfect thing to pair with a new fitness or self-care routine. It's a healthy treat that’s beautiful to look at and doesn’t leave you feeling deprived. 
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Coffee Liqueur
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Step by Step Instructions | Homemade Coffee Liqueur
13/12/22
In this article, we’ll show you how to make coffee liqueur for a homemade, personalized gift that’s delicious and heartwarming. It’s easy and fun to make at home, and you can make it your own. We’ll also show you 3 classic coffee cocktails to make with this coffee liqueur.
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The Calgary Food Bank Fundraiser
01/12/22
The Calgary Food Bank Fundraiser with CBC Calgary is back! Over the past 11 years, Fratello Coffee has donated over 14,000 bags to help raise over $300,000 for The Calgary Food Bank. This year, we bring you One Knight Only medium roast blend as well as an exclusive one-of-a-kind mug with Angela Knight’s personal touch.
 For a minimum $20 donation you receive both, and 100% of the proceeds are donated to The Calgary Food Bank.
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Idle Tea Spiced Chai Latte
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Idle Tea Spiced Chai Latte : Our Family Recipe
14/11/22
Chai tea lattes are the perfect warm drink for this time of year when the temperature starts to drop. With its warm spice blend of cardamom, ginger, peppercorn, cinnamon, and other spices, chai lattes are a fall and winter favourite.
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How to Clean and Maintain Your Espresso Machine
14/11/22
It may seem like a daunting task to have to clean your commercial espresso machine. With all those levers and buttons and knobs, it may look more like a fuse box than a coffee maker. But rest assured that cleaning your commercial coffee machine isn’t much harder than cleaning your drip coffee maker!
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Want Great Espresso? Start with Tamping your Espresso Correctly
24/10/22
How you tamp your espresso can have a huge impact on the flavour of the coffee. If you did everything else right but your espresso is tasting sour or running poorly, your tamp could be the culprit.
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Barista-worthy Steamed Milk : Microfoam for Beginners
29/08/22
There’s no experience more decadent than drinking a well-crafted latte. A good latte merries a perfectly pulled shot of espresso and textured milk. But textured milk is easier said than done. That’s why baristas painstakingly steam your milk to perfection. Properly steamed microfoam isn’t thick and foamy; it’s creamy and velvety, and its sweetness complements the espresso perfectly.
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Why Do I Need a Burr Grinder?
22/08/22
Blade grinders are not the best choice for grinding coffee beans. While they are inexpensive and easy to use, they don't produce the same quality of coffee as burr grinders.  So why do I need a burr grinder? 
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How to Read a Coffee Label Like a Pro
15/08/22
Do you ever go to buy a bag of quality coffee, only to stare blankly at the information on the label? Maybe you see “elevation: 1600 masl” or “varietal: SL-28.” What the heck does “honey process” mean? If you don’t know what it all means, it can make your head spin. You’re not alone. The world of coffee is vast and can be complicated. If you want to get the best coffee around, it starts with understanding what you’re buying.
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How to Brew a Perfect Espresso
11/10/22
Poorly made espresso-based drinks are more common than you might think. Even the best beans, espresso machine, and grinder can’t guarantee a good espresso.  Follow these tips to ensure greater consistency in perfect espresso shot every time.  
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Health Benefits of Turmeric
08/08/22
We all know turmeric as that vibrant golden-yellow spice used in curry dishes. But did you know that turmeric is loaded with health benefits? Turmeric contains antioxidants that fend off diseases, slow the aging process, and reduce inflammation. Best of all, it makes a delicious herbal tea.
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Gratitude Journals : The Science of Being Thankful
03/10/22
Thanksgiving is a great reminder to be thankful for what we have, but science tells us that gratitude is important year-round. The act of practising gratitude is great for our overall health.  Intentionally going out of our way to bring to mind the things we’re grateful for helps us stay healthy and happy.  Read more for why a Gratitude Journal and being thankful is so important.
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New Crop Coffee : What is it and Why Does it Matter?
02/08/22
You may have heard the term “new crop coffee” in the specialty coffee sphere. But few people actually know what it means, and why it’s so important in the coffee world. Here at Fratello coffee, our work revolves around new crop coffee. While it’s important that our coffee arrives to you freshly roasted, it’s equally important that the green coffee we roast is of the utmost freshness, too. New crop coffee is essential for delivering fresh coffee with exciting flavour notes.
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