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By Natasha Bourlin, Passport and Plume Over the past 23 years, Owner/Roaster of Wood-Fire Roasted Coffee Company Tim Curry has refined his roasting skills seeking coffee excellence. Of the 50 coffee-exporting countries worldwide, Tim has experimented with roasting coffees from 31, delving into the bean’s flavor profiles from each region…and

A contributive piece by Natasha Bourlin of Passport and Plume You too? What a coinkidink! Over the two decades since Wood-Fire Roasted Coffee Company Owner/Roaster Tim Curry began experimenting with roasting green coffees on his stove, he’s learned a few things. Oh yes, there was much trial and error. But

Recently, I’ve been reviewing some of our past blog posts. Coffee lovers can learn much from the info in there, each telling a wonderful story specific to its individual theme. Reading through randomly selected content, I felt a quiet satisfaction with the messages being portrayed, as well as the over-arching

Coffee is always the perfect gift (we think, at least). As we head into the holiday giving season, get your loved ones something personalized and delicious from our roastery. We want to help make finding the perfect present easier for you this year. Here’s our personality-based coffee gifting guide to

Over the course of the last 21 years, I have seen quite a bit of exciting and intriguing things in the coffee world. I’ve tried some stellar coffees and even roasted some of the best. What many people don’t realize is the cost of some of the world’s most expensive

As the day begins, to many, the first thought is “COFFEE.” We look forward to that sweet, steaming nectar for an extra little push. It’s that first sip of delicious coffee that can set the tone for your entire day. It’s a beautiful daily ritual. In a world of inconsistencies,

There are very creative forces at work within the coffee community. With the goals of maintaining and improving the quality of Specialty Arabica coffees while ensuring yields and prices that are both worthwhile and sustainable, these innovators are looking for solutions. Additionally, many within the community are looking for new

Natasha Bourlin Passport and Plume Perhaps you’ve wondered how a little coffee bean can be so positively impactful to your day. What journey did it make to get into your cup? Well, let’s ask a bean. Hanging On Here I am with all my friends. We’re hanging out, literally, from

Building a coffee legacy over 20 years Many years were spent in the pursuit of a creative outlet. I am neither creative nor talented in the classical sense. There is no workmanship buried in my hands. Painting? Nope, I quake a bit. Writing? I’ve tried that too; my hands can’t