Restaurants and Cafés: The Lifeblood of Espionage
Café A Brasileira in Lisbon, where British double agent Kim Philby met with his Soviet handlers. Credit: DIMSFIKAS / CC BY-SA 3.0 DEED. Espionage, or the act of obtaining secret…
A History of Violence Film Review and Coffee Scene
Released in 2005 and directed by David Cronenberg, “A History of Violence” is a gripping exploration of identity, family, and the consequences of one’s past. At the center of the…
Best Coffee Film Scene, The Ipcress File with Spy Harry Palmer (Michael Caine)
“The Ipcress File” is a classic British spy film released in 1965, featuring the iconic Michael Caine in the lead role as the enigmatic and suave Harry Palmer. While the…
A Legendary Encounter: De Niro and Pacino’s Coffee Conclave in “Heat”
In the illustrious realm of cinematic collaborations, few meetings are as iconic as the coffee shop rendezvous between Robert De Niro and Al Pacino in the film Heat. This pivotal…
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Ian Fleming, James Bond, and Coffee: An Intriguing Connection
Sean Connery as James Bond 007 and Tania Mallet as Tilly Masterson in “Goldfinger” while filming at Furka Pass and Andermatt in the Swiss Alps, Credit: ETH-Bibliothek Zürich, Bildarchiv /…
Coffee Rationing in America during World War II
From November 1942 to July 1943, coffee was subject to rationing. Initially, there were abundant coffee harvests in Central and South America as World War II commenced. However, due to…
How to Make Cowboy Coffee
Brewing Cowboy Coffee is a rustic and traditional way to enjoy a cup of joe, whether you’re out camping or just looking to experience the Old West flavor. Here’s a…
How World War II Boosted American Beer Brewing
Introduction: World War II, often remembered for the heroic sacrifices and struggles on the battlefield, had a lesser-known but significant impact on the American beer brewing industry. At a time…
Vietnamese Beer during the Vietnam War
1964. Beautiful picture of my father in Vietnam. 25 years old in a road side shack on the road to Pleiku. Traveling from Quy Nhon Vietnam. Dangerous road for an…
Vietnamese Food During the Vietnam War
Vietnamese cuisine encompasses the rich culinary traditions of Vietnam, offering a delightful fusion of flavors and tastes. Each meal is a harmonious blend of five fundamental tastes known as “ngũ…