A Barista's Guide: How to Steam Milk Perfectly for Latte Art
Creating beautiful **latte art** patterns on cappuccinos and lattes is an exciting skill for any coffee enthusiast. While pouring intricate designs is an art...
Milk steaming
Mastering Budget Espresso: 5 Pro Tips for Your Sub-$100 Machine
Welcome to the world of home espresso! The market for inexpensive, sub-$100 espresso machines has exploded, offering a plethora of options for aspiring...
Roasting and Latte Art championships
An overview of the World Coffee Roasting Championship (WCRC) and the World Latte Art Championship (WLAC)—their formats, skills tested, and career relevance for coffee professionals.
Barista and Brewers Cup competitions
An overview of the World Barista Championship (WBC) and World Brewers Cup (WBrC), their competition formats, skills tested, and career relevance for coffee professionals.
SCA Coffee Skills Program modules
An overview of the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Coffee Skills Program (CSP), its structure, and the key modules that support professional coffee careers.
Consistency under rush conditions
How to maintain espresso shot consistency during peak service hours, balancing speed, workflow, and quality.