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Hi premiumfoodstuff, actually I removed G+ from a number of sites, but it looks like it may now be here to stay. Google almost seem to be forcing it upon users by favouring in search, but also bringing in new tools like author rank to encourage people to use plus.

Lucky you - it is an aamzing place. I didnt even know (at the time of my visit) that it was once a supervolcano - 100km wide. We went to Tuktuk, Tonging and Parrassit from what I remember.

I'm pretty shocking - currently about 12 espressos

I tried it in Sumatra and it was ordinary. We started to create a list of sellers of genuine (authentic/ ethical type), but they are not easy to find.

I dont think that robusta is all that useless, apart from reducing price, it also reduces acidity of coffee, can give more depth, and (I believe) helps add froth/creamy surface to an espresso. Many Italian blends use it, and they are sticklers for quality of final product, so I dont think they...

Thanks aroaster83 The calcium bit might work for me as jitters etc dont seem to have effect (probably so used to it)! I will look into it.

Anything with almond or cardomom

Anyone know this? Even if it is just a ba park for US or UK. Thanks

I met someone who falls asleep when they drink too much. Backwards

Hi, I am trying to get a figure on the number of commercial businesses worldwide (not counting home roasters). It is hard even here in Italy. I found 650 - 750 quoted on the 700 on the web, though a friend in the business said that it is nearer 3000! Much appreciated if anyone knows. Mike

I have been jittery in the past. Yes I would just like to cut down - I have about 6 mochas (each mocha 3 espresso size cups) a day. All my friends are horrified! If I can find a good reason to, I have no problem doing it... but I have not found one!

Ecommerce is good if you look after your brand. Like any shop on a high street, online sellers need to be look after there shop. Keep it up-to-date, well advertised, and clients must be treated well - welcomes, reviews encouraged, and feedback always responded to immediately, to build up the...

I drink way too much coffee (Italian mocha machine) and have been looking for a proven health reason to cut back. If I find a reason I will have no problem cutting back. If I dont find a reason, I will not cut back - I like to too much. The only definite reason I have found to cut back is that...

So thats me living to 125. Or it may be just down to lifestyle and diet ;)

Here in Italy, caffè orzo (barley coffee) is popular even in bars. Personally I like it but it should be called something different as there is no coffee in it at all. I have also heard of roasting dandelion roots (no joking), but never tried it :decaf: