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The Coffee Bean Story

The Coffee Bean Story This is the story of how the humble coffee becomes a world celebrity. It’s not about the Labrador named Coffee Beans attached to the Sheriff’s Department sniffing drugs and bombs. It’s about “the” coffee beans we are familiar with. It’s about the fragrant aroma that stimulates our senses in the morning.

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Recipe: Eggs in a Jiffy

Eggs in a Jiffy INGREDIENTS: 2 eggs 2 2 tbsp milk 30 mL Pinch dried basil or Italian seasoning Pinch Salt and pepper, to taste 2 tbsp shredded Cheddar cheese 30 mL 1/2 tsp chopped parsley (optional) 2 mL PREPARATION: In microwaveable mug, beat together eggs, milk, basil, salt and pepper. Cover loosely with plastic

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Beer Brewing Traditional In Europe

Beer Brewing Traditional In Europe Beer brewing in Europe continues to be a serious traditional business. For thousands of years, Europe has been a leader in brewing this popular beverage. Many countries have perfected distinctive beers; some are like mythological ambrosia. Maintaining the quality of centuries-old recipes, many brewers realise that their strength lies in

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An Island A Day

An Island A Day Stand by the shores of Casco Bay on the coast of Maine and you may expect to find ocean as far as the eye can see. Instead seemingly endless islands dot the seascape. Sometimes called the calendar islands, there is rumored to be an island in the bay for every day

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