The magic of coffee beans
A pilgrimage to the diversity of coffee culture and world recipes
A caffeinated journey that will reveal the diversity of coffee culture, the history of coffee beans and stories and recipes from around the world.
A cup of coffee is the most popular drink in the world. People prepare and enjoy more than two and a quarter billion of them every day. This faithful companion and source of daily energy gave birth to an entire coffee culture and a booming industry. Its undoubted benefit is the dose of caffeine, but the rich and varied history of this beloved hot drink goes deeper than the bottom of the cup.
The Magic of the Coffee Bean takes readers to Ethiopia, Guatemala, Vietnam, and many other countries, introducing them to the myriad ways coffee is produced, traded, and enjoyed. This book will become an indispensable guide for all travelers, inquisitive food lovers and fans of various coffees, showing them that the world of coffee is much more diverse than just the ubiquitous flat white or cappuccino. So come smell it and succumb to the magic hidden in the coffee bean.
LANI KINGSTON is an author, researcher and consultant focusing on coffee, chocolate and sustainable food. She has master's degrees in food studies and education and is also a trained barista and pastry chef.
Lani has spent years traveling and often living in different countries around the world, and thanks to her work, she has had the opportunity to get to know local coffee cultures and traditions in detail. This book is her third book on coffee, summarizing years of research and intended to show appreciation and respect for remarkable coffee cultures.
- Translation: Daniela Reischlová
- Extent: 264 pages
- Binding: hardcover without dust jacket
- Format: 210x260 mm
- ISBN: 978-80-7252-979-7