At a time when beer was often a safer drinking option than water, this was no small thing. An advertisement for Will’s coffee house, circa 1700. What are coffee houses called? While café may refer to a coffeehouse, the term “café” generally refers to a diner, British café (colloquially called a “caff”), “greasy spoon” (a … Read more
The idea that working in busy, noisy places like coffee shops enhances creativity and concentration has had a great deal of press over recent years. Research has shown that a moderate level of ambient noise, such as the clattering of plates and the whir of a coffee machine, improves performance on creative tasks. Does working … Read more
dirty chai is a popular espresso drink served in coffee shops. It consists of a shot of espresso mixed into a spiced “chai tea” (or masala chai). Does chai and coffee go together? Coffee and chai combine forces to make one perfect cup of caffeine If you love ordering dirty chai lattes (chai tea, steamed … Read more