Notes From Freda
Notes from Freda is a place for me to expand on some of the thoughts, ideas and conversations that come up while I’m working in the café.
I have a lot of conversations with customers at Bond Street Coffee about speciality coffee, from making better espresso and brewing filter coffee at home to roasting, sourcing and why a particular coffee tastes the way it does. When you’re in the middle of a busy service, though, it’s not always the easiest time to properly get into these things!
This blog gives me somewhere to think about those conversations a little more carefully and expand on them. You’ll find practical coffee brewing tips and advice, thoughts on espresso and filter coffee, things I’ve learnt from roasting coffee, and probably the occasional opinion I’ve developed after nearly two decades of working in cafés.
Hopefully, there’s something useful in here to help you make better coffee.
Notes from Freda
Why Fresh Coffee Matters (and When to Brew It)
Why Freshly Roasted Coffee Matters (and Why You Shouldn’t Brew It Too Soon) When it comes to coffee, freshness is everything. A bag of beans roasted last week will always...
Why Fresh Coffee Matters (and When to Brew It)
Why Freshly Roasted Coffee Matters (and Why You Shouldn’t Brew It Too Soon) When it comes to coffee, freshness is everything. A bag of beans roasted last week will always...
Beginner’s Guide to Better Espresso at Home
Pulling a tasty shot of espresso at home does not have to feel complicated or intimidating. With a few simple habits, you can set yourself up for success and enjoy...
Beginner’s Guide to Better Espresso at Home
Pulling a tasty shot of espresso at home does not have to feel complicated or intimidating. With a few simple habits, you can set yourself up for success and enjoy...
Why is agitation so important in brewing filter...
If you’re brewing filter coffee at home, its time to start thinking about Agitation. Agitation, which is basically moving the coffee slurry around, helps water interact evenly with the coffee...
Why is agitation so important in brewing filter...
If you’re brewing filter coffee at home, its time to start thinking about Agitation. Agitation, which is basically moving the coffee slurry around, helps water interact evenly with the coffee...
Our Sourcing Philosophy: How Do We Decide What ...
As a small independent coffee roaster, I wear every hat in the roastery. From designing the website and packaging, selecting green coffee and to roasting each batch with care, it's...
Our Sourcing Philosophy: How Do We Decide What ...
As a small independent coffee roaster, I wear every hat in the roastery. From designing the website and packaging, selecting green coffee and to roasting each batch with care, it's...
Freda, our new coffee brand
I am excited to announce that Bond Street Coffee's roastery is rebranding as Freda, Speciality Coffee Roaster. This change comes as I step away from the coffee shop to dedicate...
Freda, our new coffee brand
I am excited to announce that Bond Street Coffee's roastery is rebranding as Freda, Speciality Coffee Roaster. This change comes as I step away from the coffee shop to dedicate...
Cupping Your Coffee (and How to Do It at Home)
Why You Should Be Cupping Your Coffee (and How to Do It at Home) If you're into specialty coffee, chances are you've heard the term cupping tossed around like it's...
Cupping Your Coffee (and How to Do It at Home)
Why You Should Be Cupping Your Coffee (and How to Do It at Home) If you're into specialty coffee, chances are you've heard the term cupping tossed around like it's...