The Art of Living by Carrie MacPherson
Make like a barista I recently received the new Nespresso machine called the Creatista Plus to test at home. Designed in collaboration with Breville, it allows you to make latte and cappuccino art (almost) like a pro thanks to its high-tech integrated milk steamer. I love the sleek look of the machine and that it doesn’t ...
For years, my favourite Nespresso coffee was Arpeggio, an intense and creamy espresso (a 9 on the Nespresso intensity scale). Yet, since becoming a Nespresso ambassador, I've tried many of their other coffees and now I'm completely obsessed with their Kazaar blend. Kazaar is part of the Intenso coffee range from Nespresso (and it's a 12 ...
Without a doubt, an espresso martini is one of my faves. Since I adore my Nespresso, of course I make my espresso martinis with shots of Nespresso coffee! I like to serve this cocktail to my guests after dinner as a digestif. Below is my version of an espresso martini that works as a pick-me-up ...
Introducing Cafezinho do Brasil and Tinto de Colombia Last week I was invited by Nespresso to the Rogers Cup for the launch of two new limited edition grand cru Nespresso coffees - Tinto de Colombia (for the VertuoLine machines) and Cafezinho do Brasil (for the OriginalLine machines). Before the match, we enjoyed learning about the various ...
Lachine Canal now boasts its first floating café-lounge in a refurbished bateau-mouche. The Canal Lounge has the best spot for people-watching, directly below Atwater Market, and will be there until October. Go for their "Plunger" coffee (your personal French press) served with a traditional Dutch stroopwafel cookie and feel like you're in Amsterdam. Or go ...
This post is sponsored by NESPRESSO – opinions are my own. Last week I enjoyed a staycation at the Germain Hotel because NESPRESSO had invited me to enjoy a good night's sleep followed by a delightful morning with the team to learn more about the new grand cru coffees – Solelio & Giornio for the ...
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