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The history, science and traditions of coffee
We love coffee. We're actually a little obsessive, and we're constantly talking and writing about coffee, particularly Turkish, Arabic, Lebanese and Greek coffee.
In our blog, you can learn about the history of the world's best bean, the science of coffee, what Turkish coffee is and the difference from other types of coffee, making Turkish coffee, the traditions of the drink we adore, and more.
Joseph Atallah, the founder and inventor of Zou Zou Coffee, grew up in a small village in northern Lebanon, often at his grandmother's side or spending time with his family, surrounded by the smells and traditions of Turkish coffee. Always curious and a food-lover, he completed a Bachelor of Science majoring in Organic Chemistry and a Graduate Diploma in Food Science. He really, really enjoys everything coffee!
Want to know something about Turkish, Arabic, Lebanese or Greek coffee that's not already covered in our blog? Send us a message.
What is crema and how to perfect it in Turkish and Greek coffee?
Have you heard of crema associated with coffee and don’t know what it is, how to get it, what impacts it, or whether you can create crema on Arabic, Turkish and Greek coffee? Joseph Atallah, Zou Zou Coffee's inventor and designer, has the answers.
The tradition of reading fortunes in coffee grounds
Have you ever had your future told from patterns formed by Turkish or Lebanese coffee grounds? Joseph Atallah, Zou Zou Coffee's inventor and designer, shares what he knows about the beloved ritual of coffee reading, learned as a young boy growing up in Lebanon.
A short history of coffee
When people meet over a coffee stories are shared - but do you know the story of coffee? Joseph Atallah, Zou Zou Coffee's inventor and designer, loves everything about coffee and good food. Here, he shares the tale of the world's greatest bean.