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Tom is a certified barista who is passionate about coffee, and loves sharing his knowledge with others on BigCupOfCoffee.com, and in real life. He has been brewing coffee for decades, and is always exploring new gear, techniques, and ways to improve the next cup of coffee.
My name is Tom Fontana, welcome to BigCupOfCoffee.com. I’ve always loved coffee, and I want to convey my passion for it to you via this website.
I started drinking coffee when I was in college. It was a great way to wake up in the morning and get myself going. I would always drink it black, with no sugar or cream. I found that it made me more alert and awake, and I loved the taste. Drinking coffee quickly became a part of my daily routine and became a special treat that I looked forward to every day.
Now, years later, I still enjoy drinking coffee every day. It’s become a part of my identity and something that I love.
In 2022, I chose to deepen my knowledge about coffee making by completing a Barista course at the Barista Campus of Budapest. As a barista, you learn a lot about coffee. You learn how to grind the beans, how to brew the perfect cup of coffee, how to froth milk for latte art, and so much more.
You learn about different types of coffee, from light roasts to dark roasts. And of course, you learn about all the different ways to make coffee, from cappuccinos to espresso.
I knew a lot about coffee before, but this was exactly what I needed to take it to the next level.
Will I be opening a café sometime in the future?
Probably.
But until then, BigCupOfCoffee.com will be where I share everything I know.
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Being in the coffee industry, more and more friends have started asking me whether it is safe for them to eat coffee beans. If you’re reading this, you might be considering munching on them yourself. But wait! There are things you should know first about consuming coffee beans: So come explore eating coffee beans with…
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Connoisseurs of the coffee world know that choosing the right filter is an important part of the brewing experience, providing a gateway for your ground coffee beans to turn into a delicious brew. But some rookie coffee brewers may find themselves asking, “Which filters are the best for my coffee?” Let me answer that in this…
Wanna be bolder than a basic cup of joe? Espresso is just the thing! Tempting, robust flavor – you won’t be able to resist. This article will explain all about espresso – from its origin to how it’s made. First of all, what exactly is espresso, and how does it differ from your regular cup of…
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As a coffee connoisseur, you know that the beauty of Chemex brewing is in its elegant simplicity. But as with any tool or item used often, it needs to be cleaned regularly. There’s nothing worse than sitting down for your daily cup and getting hit with stale scents from yesterday’s brew… Yuck. In this article, we…
Are you ready to make your morning cup of joe with a Chemex coffeemaker? As the saying goes, “The devil is in the details” and choosing which size of Chemex brewer best suits you can be daunting. Whether it’s for a small gathering or just for yourself – I’m here to help. From understanding how…
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