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Coffee
 Websites presented in alphabetical order Alcohol-Free Drink Recipes 
 (Note: you may need to enter a ZIP code to see the document.) A compilation of recipes from restaurants and lodging establishments for non-alcoholic drinks. Includes mulled cider, punches, lemonades, coffee drinks, and more. From the California State Automobile Association (CSAA). http://www.csaa.com/portal/site/CSAA/menuitem.c13d2427e527f6a08e7ea35492278a0c/?vgnextoid=43f2727e4181d010VgnVCM100000c512daceRCRD&cpsextcurrchannel=1 Topics: Beverages, Holiday Foods, Beverages, and Recipes Last updated Aug 29, 2007 Caffeine Content of Common Beverages
Quick reference to caffeine content of selected beverages, including coffee, tea, soft drinks, and energy drinks. Provides a brief introduction to caffeine, "a substance that exists naturally in certain plants. ... It can also be produced synthetically and added to foods and beverages." From the Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caffeine/AN01211 Topics: Beverages, Drugs & Medications by Type Last updated Sep 25, 2006 California Blue Diamond Almonds: Recipes
Collection of recipes using almonds and almond milk, such as smoothies, coffee drinks, rice dishes, muffins, and almond chicken. The "About Almonds" section of this site contains information about almond history and processing. From a nut processing and marketing company. http://www.bluediamond.com/retail/recipes/ Topics: Beverages, Fish, Meat, & Dairy Last updated Dec 14, 2004 Coffee
Links to resources for trade data, price and production information, and publications on the coffee market. From the Foreign Agriculture Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). http://www.fas.usda.gov/htp/tropical/coffee.html Topics: Beverages, Crops, Industries Last updated Sep 15, 2004 Coffee Break: Tutorials for NCBI (National Center for Biotechnology Information) Tools
"A collection of short reports on recent biological discoveries. Each report incorporates interactive tutorials that show how bioinformatics tools are used as a part of the research process. ... The intended audience ... is molecular biologists, clinicians and students." Searchable. The NCBI is part of the National Library of Medicine (NLM). http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/bookshelf/br.fcgi?book=coffeebrk Topics: Beverages, Health, Health, Technology Last updated Sep 8, 2009 The Coffee Review
Contains a history of coffee and a glossary, and information on tasting, different types, health effects, harvesting, coffee culture, and espresso. Also includes reviews, "much like those that exist in the wine industry." http://www.coffeereview.com/ Topics: Beverages Last updated May 26, 2005 Coffee Universe
"World of Coffee" has information on coffee-growing regions and countries; "Coffee Tips" covers buying, storing, grinding, and making; "Coffee Resources" is a databases of over 2,500 coffee businesses; and "Coffee Universe-ity" covers history, roasting, and terminology. Maintained by a coffee industry source. http://www.coffeeuniverse.com/ Topics: Beverages, Crops, Industries Last updated Apr 30, 2004 Corning Pyrex Bakeware: 1915
"In 1915, Corning Glass introduced the first glass ovenware, made of a new, clear, heat-resistant material, Pyrex." This article provides information about products made with Pyrex (borosilicate glass), such as the Silex ("Sanitary and Interesting method of making Luscious coffee") coffeemaker, Corningware, and Corelle LivingWare. From the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA). http://www.idsa.org/absolutenm/templates/?a=303&z=62 Topics: Beverages Last updated Nov 11, 2009 Delocator
A site "to assist the public in finding and supporting independently owned cafes." Search by ZIP code for listings and reviews "of both independently owned cafes and Starbucks retail stores." Note: Items are listed by ZIP code rather than proximity, and some locations may be outside of the stated five-mile radius. From the group Finishing School; original installation was at the San Francisco Art Institute. http://www.delocator.net Topics: Beverages, Communities & Groups Last updated Nov 23, 2005 Diner City
Your online guide to Classic Diners and the American Roadside , this site has a diner directory, diner reviews, and a Recommended Reading list of diner books. The directory listings include the name, address, date of manufacture, and manufacturer's name for each diner, accompanied by beautiful color photos. Other features of roadside Americana are covered in the sections on motels, coffee shops, drive-ins, and gas stations. http://www.dinercity.com/ Topics: Architecture, Beverages, Food & Cooking, Photograph Collections, Travel Last updated Feb 9, 2004 Freshly Brewed: The Coffee Trade and the Port of New Orleans
In addition to presenting an illustrated essay on the coffee trade in New Orleans starting with the early 19th century, this site provides information about New Orleans coffee houses (such as Cafe du Monde), the use of chicory in coffee blends, and the banana trade. From the Louisiana State Museum. http://lsm.crt.state.la.us/coffee/coffee1.htm Topics: Beverages, Industries, U.S. History By Place Last updated Oct 13, 2005 Greek-Recipe.com
Collection of recipes for Greek dishes such as moussaka, baklava, Greek coffee, and Greek salad. Includes recipes using meat, poultry, fish, vegetables, filo, and other ingredients. Most include photos and user comments. Also includes menus for holiday meals, such as Easter and Christmas. Some recipes use metric measurements, but a conversion table is included on the site. Searchable. http://www.greek-recipe.com/ Topics: Beverages, Christmas, Holiday Foods, Beverages, and Recipes, Holidays and Observances Individually, Recipes & Food Preparation, Recipes by Region Last updated Sep 18, 2007 International Coffee Organization (ICO)
Statistics on the coffee trade, covering prices, imports and exports, and production. Also features reports on the international coffee market, background information about coffee plants and coffee-making methods, and information about the economics of the coffee industry. The ICO is an intergovernmental organization for coffee that was set up under the auspices of the United Nations. http://www.ico.org Topics: Beverages, Industries Last updated Sep 13, 2004 National Geographic Online Presents: Coffee
Learn about types of coffee, roasts, coffee growing regions of the world, the history of coffee production, and related information. Includes a list of related articles, books, and links. http://www.nationalgeographic.com/coffee/ Topics: Beverages, Crops Last updated Oct 14, 2004 The New Coffee and Caffeine FAQ
Contains coffee preparation methods and tips, recipes, and information on equipment care, types of espresso drinks, the chemistry and health aspects of caffeine, and more. http://www.cs.uwaterloo.ca/~alopez-o/caffaq.html Topics: Beverages, Drugs & Medications by Type Last updated Dec 17, 2005 New Orleans: Global Food Heritage City Endangered
"Just to remind us why New Orleans means so much to so many people, here is our partial list ... of this city's unique food history and heritage." Includes links to information about the "fusion of cultures and cuisines: Creole, Cajun, French, Spanish, African-American, [and] American"; the French Market; coffee; and other New Orleans culinary matters. From the Food Museum. http://www.foodmuseum.com/#nola Topics: Beverages, Food & Cooking, Hurricane Katrina, Industries, Travel, U.S. History By Place Last updated Sep 14, 2005 Northwest Shade Coffee Campaign
Information about the Seattle Audubon Society's efforts to educate people on the benefits of shade-grown coffee. Businesses can learn what steps they can take to help protect the habitat of birds. Consumers can educate themselves about the coffee they are drinking, find out where to buy shade-grown coffee in the Pacific Northwest, and discover how to get involved in preserving and protecting an animal species. Features the quarterly newsletter Cuentos de la Sombra. http://www.shadecoffee.org Topics: Animals, Beverages, Birds, Industries, Regions of the World Last updated Jun 9, 2008 Sally's Place
A site for "food, beverage and travel enthusiasts." Includes international directories of restaurants and farmers' markets; recipes and articles on ethnic cuisine, beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, kitchen accessories, and places for travelers; book reviews; and interviews with winemakers and chefs. Much of the content of this site emphasizes the San Francisco Bay Area. Searchable. From "a food enthusiast & industry professional." http://www.sallybernstein.com/ Topics: Agriculture, Beverages, Food & Cooking, Nonfiction by Genre, Recipes & Food Preparation, Recipes by Region Last updated Mar 27, 2009 Songbird Foundation
Describes a nonprofit organization that is primarily concerned with "raising awareness among coffee consumers, retailers, growers and distributors of the effect of sun-grown coffee on the songbirds and the rain forest on which they depend for essential habitat." Features information about shade-grown coffee, forests, birds, farmers, and how to help. Includes links to news articles and resources. Note: the bird songs don't play in the Mozilla browser. http://www.songbird.org/ Topics: Agriculture, Animals, Beverages, Birds, Environment, Industries, Plants Last updated Jan 19, 2005 Starbucks Beverage and Food Details
Nutritional information for beverages and food items sold at Starbucks outlets. Compare beverages by factors such as size, milk type, and addition of whipped cream or syrup. "Because each of our beverages is handcrafted and may be customized, some variation can be expected." http://www.starbucks.com/retail/nutrition_info.asp Topics: Beverages, Fish, Meat, & Dairy Last updated Jan 9, 2006 The State of Sustainable Coffee: A Study of Twelve Major Markets
This World Bank Group 2003 report "documents the fundamental features of the main sustainable coffee available today, as well as the state of their current markets. It calls for stricter guidelines and policies on what can be labeled organic, fair trade, and shade grown — collectively known as sustainable coffees." Opens directly into a PDF document. http://www.iisd.org/pdf/2003/trade_state_sustainable_coffee.pdf Topics: Agriculture, Beverages, Crops, Economics, Industries Last updated Jun 18, 2008 The Webtender
This "on-line bartender" contains information about making alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks. Browse drink recipes by name, type of glass (highball, champagne flute), or category (beer, cocktail, shot). The Bartender's Handbook features basic bartending information such as setting up a bar, measurements, proper glassware, and recipes, as well as a blood alcohol level calculator and a list of international toasts. Includes links to other sites and a discussion forum. http://www.webtender.com/ Topics: Beverages, Drugs & Medications by Type Last updated Dec 23, 2005 |
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