There’s something so comforting about a morning coffee ritual, whether it’s a quick espresso before the school run or a slow, silky cappuccino on a lazy Sunday. And if you’ve already invested in a ...

Pictured is a cup of coffee with a leaf design. This last Barista Diaries is all about helpful tips and tricks in order to get your coffee just the way you like it. Picture credit to Chevanon ...

As I take a sip of my 16-ounce Americano topped off with coconut milk, I cannot help but reminisce about my days as a barista. Before I came down to Salem to be a reporter, I was slangin' beans and ...

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Shay Harmon, a 23-year-old bikini barista in Washington State. It has been edited for length and clarity. My job is to serve coffee — while ...

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