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Coffee lovers, unite! Learn, share and grow from discussions here about coffee in all its glory. From beans to brewers, we'll explore the many facets of this age old favorite. Join us!

Members: 15
Latest Activity: Nov. 24, 2009

About Coffee Zoo

The Coffee Zoo is for coffee lovers. We'll talk about all aspects of coffee here. Want to roast your own beans? See the Coffee Zoo Reading List for a link. Interested in keeping your espresso maker clean and efficient? Join a discussion. Feel free to post tips, ask questions and pass along your wisdom here. Just add your info as a discussion.

Note: We have a coffee guru, soon to be a member of Coffee Zoo. His name is Edward Harris and he's an expert. Keep an eye on this group and Ed's page. He'll be adding content in the days to come. Please consider him an expert resource. Welcome Ed!

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Michael Levin

Roasting Coffee

::: Probat Coffee Roaster in Bewley's Dublin, Ireland ::: :::Vintage Coffee Roaster at Coffee Shop in Daytona Beach, FL::: Beautiful! I just found out our local coffee shop, Austin's Coffee, has…

Tagged: Elephant Journal, Probat, roaster, coffee

Started by Michael Levin Sep. 13, 2009.

Michael Levin

Espresso grind - coarse of fine?

Partsguru Ed Harris, you recommend a coarser grind and not tamping the grounds much before making espresso. I tried it and wound up with excellent crema and a delicious espresso. I used the coarser g…

Tagged: partsguru, harris, coffee, espresso

Started by Michael Levin May. 24, 2009.

Michael Levin

Coffee Grinders 7 Replies

My grinder, a Krups GVR2 burr grinder, broke this weekend. I've heard that hand grinders like the one pictured above can produce a fine, Turkish grind. What's your favorite grinder?

Tagged: grinder, burr, coffee

Started by Michael Levin. Last reply by Michael Levin May. 24, 2009.

Michael Levin

Using an Inox 18/10 Espresso Maker

I just got this Inox espresso maker. How do you use it? I looked around on the web, but it's not clear. All the pieces appear to be there. A couple of the plastic parts are broken, but I don't thin…

Tagged: 18/10, Italian, Inox, coffee, espresso

Started by Michael Levin Mar. 13, 2009.

Michael Levin

What's the correct temperature for my Gaggia Espresso? 4 Replies

I just descaled my new (used) unit and checked the temperature. You can see the readings in the photos I took by clicking here. The steam wand was about 140F and the espresso water was a little ove…

Tagged: temperature, latte, Espresso, Gaggia, espresso

Started by Michael Levin. Last reply by Michael Levin Feb. 19, 2009.

Michael Levin

Advice requested on purchasing a used espresso maker

I found several espresso makers for sale, used: 1) RENEKA Commercial Espresso expresso Machine "I received this commercial machine in a trade for someone owing me money. I dont know much about this…

Tagged: renaka, coffee, saeco, capresso, gaggia

Started by Michael Levin Feb. 17, 2009.

Michael Levin

Unknown Starbucks Barista part and Krups GVX2 rating questions 3 Replies

I have a Starbucks Barista espresso maker. I use it with a Krups GVX2 burr style grinder I bought from the Costco ($50). You can see in the photo a circular object to the left of the front of the Ba…

Tagged: burr, grinder, pre soaker, GVX2, Krups

Started by Michael Levin. Last reply by Michael Levin Feb. 11, 2009.

Michael Levin

DR Help - Coffee to help the Dominican Republic!

DR HELP is a not-for-profit organization comprised of University of Florida physicians, nurses, and select medical, pharmacy, and nursing students. The group travels annually to the Dominican Republi…

Tagged: coffee, caring, helping

Started by Michael Levin Feb. 11, 2009.

Michael Levin

How do I clean my espresso maker? 1 Reply

I've heard that vinegar is not the best cleaner to use when descaling your espressomaker. I also just read that citric acid is a good substance to use. What about commercially available descalers? Ho…

Tagged: espresso, descaling, descale, cleaner, coffee

Started by Michael Levin. Last reply by Edward Harris Feb. 9, 2009.

Michael Levin

Ask the Coffee Guru

Ed Harris is our resident "coffee guru". Ed is knowledgeable in not only coffee brewing, but an expert coffee machine technician. We can begin by posting questions in general to this discussion. Then…

Tagged: beans, espresso, coffee

Started by Michael Levin Feb. 9, 2009.

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Michael Levin Edward Harris Ken Fivella Elin Ahlander Carol McDonald Ellen Bush Alley Jim  Moore pete korhonen Behrang Saeedzadeh Drue J. Landers Nicholas Brogan Alicia Mohler Jennifer Daniel Moore
 
 

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How to Use Clipless Pedals - wikiHow

While clipless pedals are intimidating to many new cyclists, they offer efficiency that cannot be gained any other way. Before using them, it's often worth it to invest a little bit of time into becoming familiar with the way they work.

Barry Hannah's Long Shadow

One afternoon in July, the author Barry Hannah took to the small roads south of Oxford, Mississippi, where he lives, to visit the grave of friend and fellow writer Larry Brown. Hannah hadn’t been out this way in some months. He missed an important turn at a place called the Yocona River Inn and had to stop at a country store to ask directions...

Crosby Stills Nash - ( Wooden Ships tab )

If you smile at me I will understand...

Leonardo's Music

A fine place to spend time in Micanopy, FL

John Lennon - Watching The Wheels

People say I'm crazy
Doing what I'm doing
Well they give me all kinds of warnings
To save me from ruin...

Hijos del Maiz Spanish School - Nicaragua - Vision

The Campesino Spanish School Hijos del Maiz is an alternative creation supporting dreams in the community. It is a permanent state of learning, exchanging with other communities and cultures in a dynamic transformation towards social justice.

Grow Your Own Spring Salad Mix | Garden Guides

If you're craving fresh greens and horrifed by supermarket prices, why not grow your own? Nothing tastes fresher and sweeter than a spring salad just picked from your own windowsill or garden.The best time to harvest Mesclun is early in the morning before the sun is high; heat causes wilting. Start harvesting when the greens are two inches long, never letting them get more than six inches tall; use scissors to snip them off just above the growing crowns (about one inch above the soil level). This is called the cut-and-come-again method because the crop will grow back; if you water and lightly fertilize after harvesting, the greens should be ready for harvest again soon.

What Is Kombucha?

Kombucha is a living health drink made by fermenting tea and sugar with the kombucha culture. The result can taste like something between sparkling apple cider and champagne, depending on what kind of tea you use. It's not what you'd imagine fermented tea to taste like.

Masticating Juicer

A masticating juicer is the answer to every juicing problem. Because it operates on the mastication process, this type of juicer chews the fibers and breaks up the cells of vegetables and fruits. This give you more fiber, enzymes, vitamins and trace minerals. This all results in the darker, richer color of the juice and a sweeter, richer more full-bodied flavor.

Kennedy Space Center Hotels - Find hotels near Kennedy Space Center, FL!

If you're thinking of coming to Florida to visit the many community gardens or see a liftoff, check this website info on lodging.

Bike Books

This website has several very useful books on bikes and bike maintenance.

Omega 9000 Juicer

I have one of these! I just bought it on craigslist, but it's called a "Imperial Golden Harvest 9901" - I think it's the same thing. If you like juicing, join the Zoobird Juice Lovers group.

Is there such a thing as the best juicer?

This article has great tips about juicing.

I Can See Clearly Now tabs and lyrics

I can see clearly now the rain is gone
I can see all obstacles in my way
Gone all the dark clouds that made me blind
It's gonna be a bright, (bright) bright, (bright) sun shiny day


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