U.S. Coffee Rationing in World War II
During World War II, the United States implemented coffee rationing as part of the broader war effort and conservation measures. The rationing of various goods, including coffee, was necessary to…
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…
Brewing Despair: Children of Men coffee scene
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French Coffee Culture: The Art of Coffee & Life
Café Procope is the oldest café in Paris. It was established in 1686. Photo by Jean-Marie Hullot / CC BY-SA 2.0 DEED. French coffee culture is as rich and diverse…
Café Cubano: A Cuban Cultural Staple
Cuban cafecito (expresso) in Miami’s Cuban Quarter (Little Havana). Credit: Marte007 / CC BY 4.0 DEED. Cuban coffee is not just a drink, it’s a culture.” — Unknown Cuban coffee,…
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…
Parisian Coffee Houses and the Intellectuals who gathered and produced works of thought and art
Parisian cafés, renowned for their social egalitarianism, emerged as pivotal centers for Republican agitation and organization during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution. A disgruntled royalist of that era…
U.S. Coffee Rationing in World War II
During World War II, the United States implemented coffee rationing as part of the broader war effort and conservation measures. The rationing of various goods, including coffee, was necessary to…
Finding Meaning in the Morning Coffee Ritual
In our fast-paced, modern lives, it’s easy to overlook the significance of rituals. These seemingly mundane routines, however, play a vital role in our well-being, offering us a sense of…
Coffee in World War I: Fueling Soldiers on the Frontlines
While there were no coffee shops on every corner in Europe during WWI, American soldiers and sailors could still get that hot cup of coffee. Rationed at 27 pounds of…