Blend Cafe Blog

Everyone wants to find a good wine that won’t break the bank, and there are plenty of options available at discount markets like Aldi. The German retailer has been expanding…

Drink Cocktails and Spirits Much like any aged spirit, there’s an art to experiencing bourbon. Purists claim that the drink is best enjoyed neat, while others believe aerating bourbon is key…

Crab cakes are a delightful dish, thanks to their key ingredient, crab meat. When mixed into patties with flavorful ingredients like scallions and spices then fried until golden and crispy…

Italian coffee culture is world renowned, best known for strong espresso downed at the bar counter and breakfast cappuccinos paired with flaky croissants. Every region of Italy, however, has its own culinary…

When you see a bison burger or even a buffalo burger on a restaurant menu, you can’t help but think you’re in for something large, rich, and fatty. After all,…

There are a number of factors that go into a quality cup of espresso, and one that’s sometimes overlooked is the freshness of your beans. One of the easiest ways…

News The inventor and chemist behind the ever-popular hazelnut spread Nutella, Francesco Rivella, died on Valentine’s Day at the age of 97 (via Daily Mail). Called the “Father of Nutella,”…

The trouble with urban myths is how persistent, and often damning, they can be. Take fast-food giant Arby’s, for example. Though it’s the second-largest fast-food sandwich chain in the United…

Canned tomatoes are a pantry staple that most of us always have stocked. The sheer diversity of canned tomato brands is a testament to their importance as a foundational ingredient…

If you’re an avid home chef who’s looking to upgrade their kitchen, you may want to consider installing butcher block countertops. Basically, this remodel turns all of your counter space…