Meridian Coffee House » Experiences

Coffee anyone?

angie Schilling — Wed, 26 May 2010 19:24:53 +0000

If you are looking for a good gift idea to give people, why not make them a coffee basket? It is so easy to do and you can include so many things in it. Begin with a decent sized basket and start adding to it. I suggest buying different kinds and brands of coffee that you can add to the basket. I like buying flavored coffee because you can try many different kinds. Many stores have little bags of coffee that are kind of like samples that are about $2 each. This is a great way to try coffees to see if you like them or not. I suggest throwing a few of these into the basket. Then you may even wish to add some coffee filters into the basket as well as maybe some creamers. You can buy individual coffee creamers now in either plain or some flavored kinds that are very nice. Or you may wish to just add a big container of coffee creamer and some flavored syrups. These are great to try because many good flavors are out there.
A good thing to add to the basket is a coffee cup. Many people do not splurge on coffee cups. Or you could also add some individual sugar packets.
Give this basket for many gifts such as birthdays, mothers or fathers day, teacher appreciation day or others. Who ever receives it will be thrilled.

How to Take a Coffee Enema

Ildar Kaplunov — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 01:54:42 +0000

These are the things you require with the intention of provide you that rejuvenating treatment in the secrecy of your home. Aside from the standard pots and pans, and the clear enema bag and tube, you’ll additionally require a origin of filtered water (rather than chlorinated water, which will kill but not the slightest; you’ll certainly require a amount of organic, completely caffeinated coffee. Additionally keep a supply of water-based lubricant jelly in close proximity to, just if you require some for aid with the tube insertion.

Pour 8 cups of filtered water in a pot and get it to a boil. Add as many heaped tablespoonfuls of ground organic coffee. Utilize a French Press; in case accessible, to strain of the right warmth, it’s better to make a error on the lower side instead of risking burning your innards. Pour the coffee in the enema bag, making certain the worth is switched off, and hang it no higher than one meter from the floor. Switch on the valve to let the atmosphere out and let the coffee flow to the end of the tube prior to closing the worth once more. Spread a slim layer of lubricant at the end of the tube about 2 inches excessive.

Lie down on your right side, with your right leg straight and left leg bent. Insert the tube in the rectum about 2 inches deep. Open the valve and let the coffee flow for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until the bag is drained. Eliminate the tube and keep the enema for 10 to 20 minutes, and change your place several times throughout retention. Throughout the whole procedure, it’s useful to calm and take deep breaths. A light massaging of the abdomen from left to right is additionally thought about favorable. When time for excretion, do so with no pushing.

Coffee Enemas should be repeated each day for per week or so, to reach full result. You should be capable to feel your bowels churning somewhat – in case you don’t, you can desire to boost the focus of coffee, but not beyond 2 tablespoonfuls per cup.

Coffeehouse Wifi

Adam Pichette — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 16:01:28 +0000

One of the best features of the 21st century coffee house is the free wireless internet offered to customers. This allows for people to enjoy their coffee and or pastry and get some work or recreational web browsing done. This perk, much like any freebie, is abused by few and thus we all suffer. There are those that go into a coffee shop, purchase a cup of coffee and sit there for hours, sometimes even an entire day, just using the free wifi offered to customers. This not only is abuse of the service but it more often than not takes away business from the coffee house by making a business seem busier than it actually is. When walking by a coffee house and seeing hoards of people, one is usually not encouraged to go in, and if they do, they are disappointed to find nowhere to sit and enjoy their purchase.
It is a shame but it seems free is all to often abused by our society. Some coffee houses remedy this by limiting wifi usage to an hour, which is an excellent way to fix the problem, but sadly this has led to less business for some shops, a real shame.

Ways to enhance coffee

Kyisha Long — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:07:57 +0000

Coffee is becoming a worldwide house staple. I’m sure at least one person you know drinks coffee or has it in their kitchens. There are plenty coffee drinkers that love their coffee black, some like it with either cream/milk and sugar, and there are some (like myself) that like it with cream and sugar. I don’t drink coffee much these days instead I drink tea, but for those who do; here’s a couple of ways to enhance your coffee to suit your taste buds if they’re looking for a change.

- Add chocolate syrup if you want that chocolaty flavor.
- Add vanilla ice cream or any kind of ice cream.
- Add Chai to add a little sweet and spice to your coffee.
- Add soybeans in your coffee blend to make it healthier.
- Add half and Half if you don’t want a dry cream or milk.
- Add mint for a refreshing and invigorating taste.
- Add coconut milk for an creamy and relaxing flavor.

Do baristas annoy you?

fairmaiden — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:59:30 +0000

You walk into your favorite coffee shop, find a good spot, mark your temporary territory with a book or an invaluable belonging, walk over to the counter, and look up the menu. You’re thinking of what to order, when a familiar voice cuts in, “Hi (name)! Let me guess. Non-fat white chocolate mocha, no whipped cream, and chocolate eclair?” It’s the barista, naming your usual order which you’ve been getting for the past how many weeks.

On the one hand, it’s flattering that he or she actually remembers your name, your usual order, and even correctly associated it with your face. On the other, it’s a bit presumptuous. What makes him or her think that you don’t have enough sense of adventure to try out something new right now? Do you look like the kind of person who can’t help but stick to his boring old routine? Non-fat? Aren’t you looking more fit today, so that you deserve a calorie-laden frappuccino with double servings of whipped cream?

Next situation. You’re in the mood for a quiet, relaxing day. What could be a better setting than your neighborhood cafe, with that steady buzz of coffee brewing, the subdued chatter that blends into white noise, and the soft jazzy music playing in the background? You settle into a comfy chair, open your chosen feel-good book or magazine, and then suddenly, that familiar voice again asks you, “Hey (name)! How are you doing?” You smile politely and say you’re fine, thank you very much. You’re about to go back to your book when it cuts in again. “Oh, you’re not working today? Are you on leave?” Again, it’s flattering that he or she remembers you, and some things about your life which you probably shared bit by bit through your frequent visits. But isn’t it obvious that you just want to enjoy some quiet alone time? And, it’s not like you’re old buddies.

Do baristas annoy you?

Coffee and Dessert at Starbucks

fairmaiden — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 09:40:01 +0000

Through the years, Starbucks has established itself not only as a place where you can get great-tasting and caffeine-loaded coffee, but also as the perfect venue for finding comfort food. Their desserts have been raved about my many.

One of my favorite desserts from this coffee shop is their Banoffee Pie. It’s served in a small, thin aluminum container, like a baby pie pan. And this little container is full of delicious banoffee goodness. Sliced bananas, cream, toffee, and crust – it’s comfort in a little pan.

Another dessert that I like is their honey-glazed donut. Fine, it’s not technically a dessert, but it’s a treat to my sweet tooth. It’s soft and not too sweet. It’s just right – and so is its price. I think it’s the cheapest item in their display counter.

My friends also like their Mango Madness and Oreo Cheesecake.

If you suddenly find yourself craving for something sweet with your cup of coffee, proceed to your nearest Starbucks.

Love the coffee but hate appearing like a crack addict?

Jessie Fitzgerald — Wed, 27 May 2009 23:30:40 +0000

Then try Folgers 1/2 Caff.
Okay, so Folgers will never hire me to do their PR, but I have made a discovery that I have to share.
As a freelance writer, I drink coffee. A lot of coffee. A lot of coffee all day.
Sometimes, plenty of coffee can give me a boost of inspiration and keep me motivated to write all day.
Other times, when my husband is home, I spend the whole day telling him fabulous ideas in rushed fragments and typing enough half emails to rack up 36 drafts in my inbox. Ultimately I never get anything done when I’ve had way too much coffee.
As a freelance writer, I own a business. My business. And that means that anything that stands in the way of my productivity has to go.
So I gave up coffee for three months.
The minute I ran out of tea bags, I was pounding unground coffee beans with a hammer on my counter faster than you can say “Drink water”.
Then I discovered Folgers 1/2 Caff at a business meeting. My client drinks as much coffee as I do, and I told him my story.
I was immediately hooked. Folgers 1/2 Caff has the same great taste as regular coffee (and I wasn’t even a Folgers drinker before) but half the caffeine to keep you from looking like a crack addict.
Sounds like 100% genius to me.

Non Caffeine this time.

hubbort — Fri, 22 May 2009 03:46:06 +0000

I want to write about Seattle’s Best. With its typical american coffee shop ambiance, you may tend to think of it as another of those starbucks shop. But wait, as i check the menu board, i saw the X-Tea in the non caffeine category. And it goes with strawberry or mango flavors. And with two cups sizes to choose from. Incredibly so, they are the only coffee shop i know who have this gourmet type of ice tea. Not only that, they also have Chai tea latte, hot tea and the classic iced tea, milk shakes, italian soda and juices too.
I wish other coffee shops can creat and offer exciting non caffeine drinks like what Seattle’s Best did. Non caffeine drinkers can now enjoy coming to shops like this with their coffee loving friends.

Coffee – Experience, Honor and a Pleasure

Conor — Sun, 10 May 2009 23:17:41 +0000

Coffee, the first that will get you up in the morning and prepare you for a hard day at work. Coffee, all those rich flavors and scents flowing through the air get you to get up and conquer the World to its knees. Coffee, strength that gives you power to endure and not sleep trough entire night before your final exams so you can learn more. Coffee the ultimate stimulator before a hard workout at the gym, boosts your mood, endurance, blood flow, mental focus. Coffee, a simple thing for so many, but truly a helper in need and a pleasure at hand. I heard somewhere that you should reward yourself everyday with one little gift. I bet that can be a simple cup of coffee drank in quiet during your lunch hour at work or at home by the TV or while reading the papers. Drinking coffee has been an experience, honor and a pleasure.

Woyton’s (Cologne, Germany)

leafworks — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 20:35:12 +0000

Woyton’s
* Breite Straße 80–90, im Einkaufszentrum DuMont-Carré, 50667 Köln, Germany * +49 221 2708680 * www.woyton.de/koeln.html
A cafe that is the German’s equivalent of “Starbucks”. Nice atmosphere and artsy decorated, obviously community hangout establishment. The prices are about half the cost that you would find in a Starbucks. However, the chai tea, was so watered down it just tasted like bad water. Was not impressed. I think I’ll stick to Starbucks since I’m a chai drinker. Rating: 2 stars out of 5.