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Breaking the Chains: Dispelling the Myth of Consistency at the Big Coffee Chains
Posted by TheShot on 15 Aug 2009 | Tagged as: Café Society, Consumer Trends, Quality Issues, Starbucks
One of the things that the big coffee chains do well is consistency. Or at least that's the conventional wisdom, lifted straight from the fast food chain playbook. A McDonald's french fry is pretty much the same everywhere, and the coffee served at a big chain is little different. Or so we've all been told.
For example, a Long Island Press article cited in our last post quoted local roast master, Greg Heinz: "Starbucks does a lot of things very well. It maintains consistency nationwide." The article's author then later goes on to say, "Just like any chain, Starbucks cannot exist without uniformity."
Or can it? We've always felt that the coffee quality can be quite erratic between one Starbucks and another. Lately we've been digging into the CoffeeRatings.com data we've collected over the years to validate some of our assumptions about coffee and quality. What we found supported our hunch that some of the biggest coffee chains are actually pretty lousy at consistency and uniformity.
Using our ratings data to measure quality consistency among cafés
Below is a table we've compiled by keying off some of the fields in our database from thousands of reviewed espresso shots. Each row represents the aggregate espresso shot reviews for a given chain, a given coffee roaster, a given espresso machine manufacturer, or a given cup manufacturer — reflecting a few choices we made for illustration.
Each row (or sample set) shows the number of cafés, high espresso score, low score, average score, median score, and standard deviation for all the associated ratings. For our consistency evaluation here, the key is the standard deviation — which is a simplistic measure of the spread in espresso scores for a given grouping.
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|Peet's Coffee & Tea chain
|Blue Bottle Coffee Co. coffee
|Mr. Espresso coffee
|Illy coffee
|Paper cups only
|Delco cups
|La Spaziale machine
|La Marzocco machine
For example, the first row represents all reviewed Starbucks. The data suggest that most reviewed Starbucks — about 68 percent, assuming a normal distribution — have an espresso rating score that's within 1.05 rating points of the average for all Starbucks reviewed (here that's 5.13).
Now compare this 1.05 with the other example rows in the table. For example, all reviewed Peet's Coffee & Tea outlets have a standard deviation of 0.74. This suggests a much narrower variation in their espresso scores — and hence better consistency and predictability.
Coffee quality consistency among independent cafés can be stronger than within the big chains themselves
All reviewed cafés using Blue Bottle Coffee beans may have very different owners but score an even lower 0.70 standard deviation. These cafés may only share a bean supplier and some of standards for freshness and access to common consulting and training, but their espresso scores are significantly more consistent among each other than the cafés under a single Starbucks ownership — or even Peet's.
Surely, a single quality dimension does not represent the breadth of possible flavor profiles, body weights, and crema textures that might also factor into a consistency analysis. But this data refutes the conventional wisdom that Starbucks, for example, provides a consistently dependable and uniform level of beverage quality. Even with their complete supply and delivery chain standardization, Starbucks fails to produce espresso quality that's as consistent as a number of independent cafés that have only a coffee bean supplier in common.
Our data also suggests that the Starbucks brand is no better a determinant of quality consistency than whether the café uses a La Marzocco espresso machine or Delco cups. This is a critical point to understand, so let's put this another way:
The Starbucks brand predicts consistency of espresso quality no better than if all the random cafés we surveyed that use Delco cups decided to re-brand themselves as "The Delco-branded Cups Coffeehouse chain."
Given the investments Starbucks has made in coffee bean and roasting consistency, standardized push-button espresso machines, and standardized training, we don't see how you can interpret this data as anything short of a complete failure for the company to deliver on the brand expectations of quality consistency.
If Starbucks' consistency isn't in their prepared coffee, then it is likely a psychological perception: the consumer's brand association, the consistency of the Starbucks beverage menu, Starbucks' own ridiculous names for drinks and their sizes, and the familiar environment of its coffee shops.
Seeking out chains in the hopes of managing risk
We recently came across a blog post by Chris Pirillo, a tech-geek/blogger/ex-TV-show-host who practically wet his underpants because he found a Peet's Coffee & Tea chain store in his Sheraton Waikiki hotel. This when located in the very same building is an outlet of the Honolulu Coffee Company — which sources beans from Hawaii's own Greenwell Farms, operates one of the few Mistral Triplette espresso machines in the world, and last scored as high as the best Peet's we've ever been to anywhere. (Famed Baltimore coffee podcaster, Jay Caragay, disputes the quality there as dubious — but we stick by our last, albeit five-year-old, rating.)
Meanwhile, a friend in the Netherlands told us about a Starbucks that opened in Utrecht a week ago. When he passed by over the weekend, he said, "The line was unholy." In a country where coffee shops legally sell marijuana by the menu, lines are out the door for one that peddles the double-tall, four-pump vanilla caramel macchiato.
What makes people seek out mass-produced mediocrity over independent, higher quality options just as conveniently nearby? What made an old boss of mine seek out a Pizza Hut for dinner when we were in the heart of London together on business travel with time to kill? These questions are woven into why we started CoffeeRatings.com six years ago.
In the case of coffee, you can largely dismiss the argument that chains provide a convenient shorthand to take out the risk in quality versus an unknown. As our data suggests here, big coffee chains can be less consistent among themselves than independent cafés with a common coffee supplier are to each other.
This is the part of the article where we're supposed to have a snappy, revelatory answer to these questions. But we've got nothin' — other than the consumer comfort with big coffee chains likely says more about their environment and sales practices than it does about the quality of the actual products they sell.
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"Myth of Consistency." Enjoyed the insights.
I paused at the first paragraph, hung up on the third sentence. A McDonalds french fry is a McDonalds french fry… that's true. It's easy to shut off your brain and just assume that it's the same every time.
But when I stop to really think about it, sometimes my french fries at McDonalds are disappointing. Sometimes they're over-salted. Sometimes they're clearly not just out of the fryer, and they're limp and a little soggy. Sometimes they're TOO hot, and I stop myself from popping it in my mouth immediately, lest I burn my mouth. Sometimes they're not quite cooked as thoroughly as I tend to expect them. I know that others can relate.
People usually say, of big chains, "You know what to expect." What you don't necessarily know is exactly what you're actually gonna get. It's the expectations that have been homogenized.
Great information. There is definately a difference in espresso shots from one Starbuck's to the next. I think, even with all their training and standardization, the technicians are still human and still have their own preferences. The major differences in taste are likely due to this fact as well as the flavor and quality of water going into the final product.
Thanks for sharing this data.
Your mathematical rigor applied to coffee is impressive. And satisfying precisely because it captures the point where I remember enough statistics to follow it but without leaving me behind 🙂
I must say that Cindy and I were excited for this post, having spotted your reaction to our article. I have to say that even with my engineering background, your statistical approach is more or less sound and leaves me satisfied with your point. You leave me thinking about what causes the inconsistency, and I'm tempted to blame the difference in training that a barista receives at a Starbucks versus an independent coffee shop. I'm sure I don't need to tell you all of the factors I highly skilled barista takes into account when preparing an espresso, and I am fairly certain Starbucks does not provide that level of training, especially considering the super-automatic espresso machines they currently use. So, while I am convinced of your point, that Starbucks does not serve a consistent shot, I still have my suspicions that they roast with the intention of consistency.
As a former Starbucks worker, this sounds right:
"This leaves equipment tuning, cleaning and maintenance as one of the biggest suspects for why Starbucks' quality can be so erratic. You might also suspect the shelf-life, storage, and turnover of Starbucks' coffee at each café as well."
The only time I saw people calibrating or getting inside the guts of the superautomatic espresso machines was when one of them broke. There was a sticker saying that each shot should take a certain length (forget the exact number of seconds) but I can't remember that duration ever being checked. Maybe the manager did it when I wasn't there but who knows.
We had high volume so you wouldn't think that beans would sit around for very long, but unfinished 5-pound bags of beans were stored in cabinets behind the bar overnight with no special airtight containers.
"What makes people seek out mass-produced mediocrity over independent, higher quality options just as conveniently nearby?"
Well, in case of the Utrecht opening, maybe the coffee tradition/culture locally is different.
In my country (Indonesia), the prevailing so-called "coffee culture" are usually traditional and more grass-root based. For example in the northern most province in the Island of Sumatra, the Aceh province, the coffee tradition there is to get outside the house 11PM in the night to the nearest "warung kopi" (coffee street-hawker). There they would start chatting and socializing with lotsa people into the morning.
Well, no cafe included. Starbucks in Indonesia are mainly patronized by middle-to-upper class society who can afford a $2-4 glass of coffee. That's a lot for a country where the same class/strata can eat a decent meal for their standard for less than $4, drink included. So a coffee that costs the same as the meal? Well it's "elite"! 😀


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Objective: It has been reported that the aqueous extracts of Psidium guajava and Piper betle leaves showed anti-plaque activities during the early stages of dental plaque formation. The aim of the study was to elucidate if such anti-plaque activities involve any ultra-structural changes to the morphology of three early dental plaque bacteria, Streptococcus sanguinis, Streptococcus mitis and Actinomyces sp. Methodology: Pure cultures of the bacteria were suspended in BHI medium and treated with the test herbal extracts at the sub-lethal concentrations. The growth mixtures were incubated at 37 degrees C. At the logarithmic growth phase (t(1)), aliquots of 1 ml of the growth mixtures were fixed and used in the preparation of specimens for SEM studies. Ultra-structural alterations to the morphology of the treated cells noted were compared to those of the cells cultured under untreated conditions. Results: Following exposure of the bacteria to the two test herbal extracts, profound ultra-structural changes to their morphology were observed. The observed structural or morphological alterations could attribute to the bacteria being less active in performing normal physiological metabolic functions and thus rendering them less efficient to multiply. The changes noted included (i) reduced sizes of the bacteria, and (ii) majority cells at the non-dividing state as compared to those cultured under controlled conditions. Conclusions: This study has shown anti-plaque effects of aqueous extract of both P. betle and P. guajava.
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Creative Memories co-founder Rhonda Anderson resigned Sunday from the company she co-founded 27 years ago to pursue another opportunity. She explained why to Scrapbook Update today, and described her future plans.
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I apologise for this question, as it is no doubt very simple, but I've never been very confident with proofs. Our lecturer today (in a course related to maths but not mathematical itself) was playing with doing the modulus of powers, and used the above fact - $(x.y)\; mod\; m\; ==\; ((x\; mod\; m).y)\; mod\; m$ - to show a quick way to do it. She mentioned offhand that the proof was short and easy, and that we should try it. Well, I did. And I'm not really sure that what I've done is mathematically sound. So I'd very much appreciate it if anyone could give me some help with how to do this proof correctly - googling for it turned up many pages which just state it as simple fact. I would not call my proof short or easy, so I reckon I've just got completely the wrong end of the stick.
My proof:
When considering any number, denoted n, in regards to another number m, we can write it as $n_b$ + $n_r$, where the former is some multiple of m, and the latter is the remainder when you take n mod m.
If we expand the original formula, $(x.y)\; mod\; m$ like this, we get $((x_b + x_r)(y_b + y_r))\; mod\; m$. This then expands to $(x_b y_b + x_b y_r + x_r y_b + x_r y_r)\; mod\; m$. The first three terms in the brackets are all some multiple of m, and so when they are taken modulus m they are 0. The final term we do not know, so we are left with: $(x_r y_r)\; mod\; m$.
Now we can consider the left hand side. $((x\; mod\; m).y)\; mod\; m$ is equivalent to $((x_r).y)\; mod\; m$. Expanding y gives us: $((x_r)(y_b + y_r))\; mod\; m$. Multiplying out then gives $(x_r y_b + x_r y_r)\; mod\; m$. As before, the first term in the brackets are multiples of m and so are 0 when taken mod m, and the last one we do not know, so we are left with: $(x_r y_r)\; mod\; m$.
Since both the LHS and RHS boil down to the same thing, the equality holds.


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They came in a bundle of 31, with labels to indicate my mother, father and up through all my great-grandparents. They are made of cardstock and include labeled space on the back of each to list the vital statistics for that ancestor.
They came with an included metal ring to hold the set together. They are a great way to take my basic genealogy along with me, and are interesting enough to get even some of my "not so much" family members to take a look and even ask a question or two about our common ancestors.
I consider them one of my better purchases and a treasure that I helped create. Hopefully, some future genealogist in my family will think so too!
I wish I could tell you where I purchased them. They are labeled on the back "Tag"alongs by Wildrose.


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We're talking about a full tower case aimed at users who want like their cases better cooled and with more room inside. The case comes with four fans, a control panel and a few things we'd love to see on other cases. All in all, CUC as Cooltek likes to call it, is a pretty interesting case.
Cooltek Ultimate Case packaging is a cardboard box – still it's sturdy enough. Plenty of pictures and specs can be found on the box.
All the details are written in English and German.
We must admit that CUC is a fingerprint magnet and we realized that while unpacking it. This means that without cleaning, CUC won't keep its good looks. Fortunately, Cooltek thought about everything and as we went on digging through the box we found a nice cleaning cloth and a couple of other things. As you can see from the picture below, Cooltek really thought of the little things – something we don't see very often.
CUC isn't lacking in details but it does seem somewhat "plasticky" and thus gives the impression of being cheap. It's made of 0.8mm steel and plenty of plastic. The case measures 210 x 525 x 560mm (W x H x L).
Side panels are made of steel but the front and top panels as well as the extrusions on the side panels are made of plastic. Of course, considering the price this is quite understandable. Cooltek sacrificed steel in order not to skimp on accessories and features – and we're all for that course of action as long as the functional aspect is improved or at least left intact.
The front panel houses five 5.25'' bays, first two of which have movable lids. This is of course purely for aesthetic reasons.
Mounting optical drives requires you to take the front panel off – a simple tug on the bottom will do. On top of the panel you'll find a blue LED.
The red stripes are made of fine mesh. Of course, the 5.25'' bays are entirely closed but the mesh that holds Cooltek logo acts as an air inlet. Behind it is a thin dust filter protecting the 12cm blue LED fan.
Control panel is neatly placed and packs plenty of connectors.
The control panel houses four keys for turning preinstalled fans on and off. The fans run at fixed RPM and they're quiet; all the fans except the one on the rear panel have a blue LED. The fans as well as the control panel keys come with 2-pin connectors.
The panel has no hot-swap nor USB 3.0 connectors but it does come with one SATA power and one SATA data cable that can be used to connect SATA devices. Cooltek again seems to have thought of everything and ships the aforementioned cables with the case.
The panel also houses one eSATA connector and four USB 2.0 connectors between. USB connectors are nicely spaced apart and you'll find plenty of space for those thick USB sticks. Same goes for audio connectors. The final touch is the All-in-One card reader and the plastic cover which can be used to prevent the control panel from getting dusty.
Behind the control panel is the red mesh again, hiding two 120mm fans. Cooltek used dust filters on top of the case as well.
The left panel (picture below) has a plastic handle and also comes with a dust filter. However, Cooltek obviously didn't intend to use a fan here.
Cooltek made a special mechanism for opening the panels, making sure that the panel doesn't open even when not fixed with screws. Pressing the mechanism and a light tug will make the side panel come off easily.
Same procedure is valid for the right side panel.
We've already shown you few pictures showing the rear of the case, where you can see 7 expansion slots. The PSU is on the bottom of the case. Unfortunately, we lost the rubber cap that's supposed to cover the water-cooling holes.
The case uses rubber feet which help with reducing vibration noise and keep the case less than 1cm off the ground.
The top panel isn't flat, but rather curved making the CUC seem taller than it is. Within the case you'll find plenty of space for standard configurations, but it might be a bit small for some chunkier CPU coolers.
You will have to make sure that the CPU cooler's width doesn't exceed the upper edge of your motherboard by more than 1cm if you're planning on this case. We ended up using CoolerMaster's passive Hyper Z600, which fit like a glove leaving about 1cm between the top panel fans and the CPU cooler.
Graphics cards, on the other hand, are covered just fine and the case will take HD 5970-sized cards with ease.
CUC will take five 5.25'' optical devices and, as you can see from the picture below, Cooltek used toolless mechanisms.
The case has five drive bays. The bays are universal meaning they'll take 3.5'' or 2.5'' devices.
The bays seem frail and are pretty light, but we must admit they're quite functional. They're easily taken out and are stable when in place.
The entire HDD bay cage can be easily dismounted – a simple tug will do. As you can see from the picture, it reveals the front panel fan.
The fan on the front panel is a 14cm blue LED fan. It's connected to the control board via a special connector but the fan's RPM can't be controlled, which is the case with the rest of the fans as well. The control panel is used to independently turn the fans on or off.
Seven expansion slots feature a tool free locking mechanism which we must admit comes in pretty handy. If, however, you like the old fashioned methods, you can dismount the locking mechanism.
The thumbscrews holding the side panels unfortunately won't fit here because they're wider.
Once the metal slot caps are removed they can't be put back. However, the company says that retail cases will actually have replaceable caps.
Rubber seals are always a welcome touch although we're more used to seeing them shipped with PSUs; not that we're complaining, of course. As you can see from the picture below, CUC comes with preinstalled seals.
The bottom panel has room for one optional 14cm/12cm fan.
There's plenty of holes and room for cable management. The task of arranging the forests of cabling won't be a problem in tthe CUC because Cooltek provided cable straps on quite a few spots. Some much more expensive cases don't feature this and we'd very much like to see other manufacturers following suit – it doesn't even cost that much but it makes a difference.
Cooltek strapped its case with four fans which are pretty quiet. That's not to say that they're entirely silent but it will be enough for most users. One thing is for certain – you won't lack lighting within the case as three out of four fans on this case come with blue LEDs. The control panel on the case will allow for independent turning on/off of fans but the LED can't be killed without turning the entire fan off.
The case is pretty roomy and will take anything but the largest of CPU coolers. Furthermore, it will easily take what's currently the longest graphics card – HD 5970.
Cooltek paid much attention to the toolless mechanisms and we must say it's a job well done. The mechanisms are simple and effective but are made of plastic, making them seem a bit fragile. This means that you might want to take care of them if you plan on using them for a long time to come.
Motherboard: MSI P35 Platinum
Processor: Intel Core 2 Extreme x6800
CPU-Cooler: CoolerMaster Hyper Z600
Graphic Card: Gigabyte's passively cooled Geforce 9800 GT card
PSU: CoolerMaster SilentPro 700W
We pushed the CPU with Prime95 while the graphics card was idle. The following table clearly shows that Cooltek Ultimate Case packs plenty of potential and that it can proudly take on some cases with a much more superior pedigree. During our testing, all the fans ran at standard RPM that can't be changed.
Cooltek Ultimate Case is available and priced at €89. Its price clearly shows that this is not just a low-budget full tower case, and although this is Cooltek's first full-tower design they've done a pretty good job. Rather than borrowing design features, Cooltek entirely designed the case and tried to offer everything other cases may lack.
The fans are not loud but not inaudible either while cooling performance is on par with similarly priced cases. As far as manufacturing and finishing touches go, the case is sturdy and won't vibratee or make noise. In short, it will be tough beating Cooltek's Ultimate Case in this price range, as it is a great bang for a buck.
The case's control panel looks pretty nice and packs eSATA, audio, few USB 2.0 connectors, card reader, power and data SATA connectors for external disks and four keys for turning the four fans on and off. Unfortunately, there's no USB 3.0, the fans' RPM can't be controlled and the LEDs can't beturned off without turning the fans off.
The toolless mechanisms came in pretty handy but are made of plastic and seem fragile, but despite our best efforts (and trust me, we're good at it) we didn't manage to break one. The case packs plenty of room and the fact that our Radeon HD 5970 was a comfortable fit speaks for itself.
Cooltek wanted to make sure that its Ultimate Case is one mean competitor in its price range, and it seems it has achieved just that. While the looks will probably be instant hit or miss with users, CUC is one of the most functional cases we've seen in the sub-€90 price range and with that in mind we'd recommend it in an instant.


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ANTIOCH — A pregnant woman was taken to a hospital as a precaution Wednesday morning after her car was rear-ended by a hit-and-run driver, authorities said.
The collision was reported about 10:16 a.m. on westbound Highway 4 near the A Street exit, according to California Highway Patrol Officer James Evans. A white pickup truck rear-ended the woman's Honda, then took off.
A passing ambulance stopped at the scene and took the woman to a hospital to check her condition.
The CHP was still investigating the crash. There was no further description available of the driver of the pickup truck.
The accident blocked the left lane of traffic until about 11:25 a.m., causing a backup all the way to Highway 160, according to Sigalert.com.
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We have had an amazing summer here in Nova Scotia which means lots of beach days. I have had a lot of things to take care of with the new place, and J's brother has been here for the past week helping me fix things. Which is super awesome because I am not a very good DIY person. (I tried to put an anchor in the wall to hang a picture... hammered a screwdriver into the wall, and couldn't get it out, the picture was hanging on the screwdriver.) So when J's brother came I was SO happy... he has the skills!
I made this drink a couple weeks ago and meant to post it but I have been consumed with the house. Super simple to make and refreshing. I blended up a cup worth of watermelon added carbonated mineral water and rum...my drink of choice:P
Hurricane Earl said hello to us. It was pretty windy and a few big trees were blown down, the house is still standing :) It only lasted a few hours but we had no power for a day. After the wind calmed down I took the kids to the beach to check out the wave action...
I found this on the dock...
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lucky #15, Liz is the winner of the Parma giveaway!
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These games teach valuable skills and have a high fun and educational rating.
Your child develops creative improvisation and narrative building skills by choosing words in this "Madlibs" style activity to go into a song.
Your child develops creative and cognitive skills by guessing the answers to the riddles in this game.
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NEWPORT, R.I., July 9 (UPI) -- No. 1 seed Sam Querrey took a tumble in first-round play at the Hall of Fame Tennis Championships Tuesday, falling to fellow American Tim Smyczek.
Querrey, the runner-up at the 2009 Newport event, was upended by Smyczek 6-4, 7-6 (10-8) at the International Tennis Hall of Fame and Museum.
The news was better for fourth-seeded 2012 runner-up Lleyton Hewitt, however, as the Australian overmatched compatriot Matthew Ebden 6-4, 6-1.
Hewitt fell in last year's final to two-time defending champ John Isner, seeded second in this year's edition.
Also advancing to the second round Tuesday were No. 2 seed Igor Sijsling of the Netherlands, who dispatched Italian Matteo Viola 6-4, 6-1, and eighth-seeded American Rajeev Ram, who breezed past Swiss qualifier Adrien Bossel 6-2, 6-2.
Elsewhere at Newport, fifth-seeded Frenchman Edouard Roger- Vasselin was upended by Croatia's Ivo Karlovic and American Jack Sock downed sixth-seeded Australian Marinko Matosevic, 6-2, retired.
Americans Michael Russell and Alex Kuzentsov, France's Nicolas Mahut, Indian wild card Prakash Amritraj, Canadian Vasek Pospisil and Czech Jan Hernych also moved into the second round with Tuesday victories.


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We're not sure why someone would want to make an OLED desk lamp at this point in time, what with the technology being relatively new and somewhat expensive right now, but OSRAM Opto Semiconductors and designer Ingo Maurer have done just that. This lamp, called "Early Future", is made up of ten distinct OLED tiles measuring 132 x 33 mm each. There's no price on this as far as we can see, but it's going to be a while until people will actually be buying these OLED lamps anyway. For now we'll stick to illuminating our offices with the soft glow of four LCD monitors. [OSRAM via OLED Info]
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Les Blondins is a first step towards organic wine production.
Stéphane Sérol is now in charge of the Vignoble des Blondins, with his passion for the terroir leading to a natural engagement for a sustainable viticulture. In 2008 he began the conversion of the Vignoble des Blondins to Agriculture Biologique (organic farming), with his efforts certified by ECOCERT.
Some of the resulting practices of natural vine protection have subsequently been applied to the entire domaine, which is no doubt just a first step. The most important change is in how the soil is managed.After three strictly controlled years of conversion, the grapes for the 2011 vintage will be certified bio (organic).


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- 1 1/2 tablespoons yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar plus 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon flour plus 3 1/2 cups flour (may require up to 1/2 cup additional flour to make stiff dough)
- Dash salt
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 3 eggs
- 3/4 cup nonfat milk, scalded and cooled
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
- 1/3 cup margarine, melted and cooled
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 1/4 cup yellow raisins
- 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
Combine yeast, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, dash salt, and warm water in a bowl. Let stand in a warm place for 10 minutes until the mixture is bubbly and foamy. Add 2 eggs, 1/3 cup sugar, cooled milk, and vanilla and stir well. Add melted margarine, almonds, raisins, and lemon peel. Add 3 1/2 cups flour a little bit at a time, stirring until a stiff, elastic dough forms. (Add up to 1/2 cup more flour as needed.) Turn dough out onto floured surface and knead for five minutes.
Place in an oiled bowl and cover with plastic wrap, then a damp towel. Let dough rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, then punch down and turn over. Let rise again for 30 minutes until it is about doubled in size. Shape into a round or oblong shape, place on a lightly oiled baking sheet, and let rise again for 30 minutes. Beat the remaining egg and brush about half of the egg mixture on the top of the entire surface of the dough. Discard leftover beaten egg and bake the bread at 350°F for approximately 35–40 minutes, until golden brown and done.
Yield: 1 loaf (22 slices).
Serving size: 1 slice.
Nutrition Facts Per Serving:
Calories: 136 calories, Carbohydrates: 22 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 4 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 53 mg, Fiber: 1 g
Exchanges per serving: 1 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. Carbohydrate choices: 1 1/2.
This recipe was developed by Sharon Palmer, a registered dietitian and freelance writer in Southern California.


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On the western coast of Paphos Cyprus lies a piece of paradise and the most beautifull place on the Island - a haven of tranquility where time seems to stand still. Polis latchi is a serene fishing village with a beautifull Marina on a long coast with the clear waters of Cyprus approximately 36 km from Paphos, with a number of good fish tavernas, coffe chops, supermarkets, bars all lining the harbour and surrounded by lovely shingle beaches.
Situated near the isolated, rugged and scenic Akamas Peninsula, a visit to the legendary Baths of Aphrodite is a must. Ramblers will love the many walks available in the area as the hills and valley are completely unspoiled and simply pristine - not for those who are seeking bustling nightlife but perfect for a quiet, relaxing holiday.
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A panel discussion examining the impact of technology in the historical avant-garde and contemporary parallels. With Noam Elcott, art historian, and Anicka Yi and Camille Henrot, artists included in the exhibition A Disagreeable Object. Moderated by Ruba Katrib, Curator, SculptureCenter. Wednesday November 14, 7-9PM … Continue reading
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Obama Feels a Pinch From Congressional Democrats
Resistance to Summers for Fed Role Suggests Softening Clout Ahead of Budget Talks
The Democratic uproar that sank Lawrence Summers's chances of taking charge of the Federal Reserve suggests that President Barack Obama's clout on Capitol Hill is eroding ahead of crucial decisions about government spending and the debt ceiling.
Mr. Obama often singles out House Republicans for blocking his agenda in Congress. But as his second term plays out, he also is confronting restive factions within his own party that are uneasy with some of his policies. The liberal wing in particular has rallied against his proposed...


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Sharon Van Etten and Shearwater cover "Stop Draggin' My Heart Around"
No doubt you guys are all familiar with the very excellent "Undercover" series that the folks over at The A.V. Club put together. Of course you are. It is, after all, one of the 10 or 11 best things on the internet (somewhere just after this).
While on tour together not long ago, Sharon Van Etten (not on Sub Pop, still great) and Shearwater (Animal Joy very recently released on Sub Pop, also great) performed a cover of Stevie Nicks and Tom Petty's duet "Stop Draggin' My Heart Around" for those guys under the very reasonable name of Shearon Van Ettenwater. We like it a whole lot and maybe you will, too.
So! Watch Shearon Van Ettenwater perform Stop Draggin' My Heart Around.
We have done a not altogether awesome job of telling you guys about the Undercover performances our bands have done. There have been a bunch of them and all of them are really great. F'rinstance…
Fruit Bats did the Hall and Oates song One on One.
And, they came back later and did Loretta Lynn's The Other Woman.
Dum Dum Girls did a terrific cover of Big Star's terrific song September Gurls.
Here's Low doing the Toto song Africa.
And then here Retribution Gospel Choir does Kokomo by the Beach Boys on what we're going to go ahead and say was the very first installment of Undercover.
I'm sure there are more…
And there are!
Here's Vetiver doing The Ramones' Merry Christmas (I Don't Want to Fight Tonight).
Iron and Wine took a swing at George Michael's One More Try and knocked it right out of the f'in park.


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Through Environment North Carolina, thousands of citizen members are teaming up with a professional staff to stand up for the places we love and the environmental values. Sign up for updates and opportunities to get involved.
In a greener, healthier world, all of us would treat our air and water as the precious life-giving resources they are, not as dumping grounds for our waste. Environment North Carolina takes concrete steps to move us closer to the world we want to live in, from holding illegal water and air polluters accountable to networking local citizens who serve as champions of the local waters they love.
To promote clean water and air, Environment North Carolina, our national network of 29 state affiliates, and members and activists in all 50 states are running these projects and campaigns:
Litigation Project: For 30 years, our national litigation team has taken polluters directly to court under the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act and other environmental laws, winning more than $250 million in court-ordered penalties and pollution-reducing actions.
Clean Water Network: Since 2014, our national organization has coordinated the Clean Water Network, uniting more than 250 local and regional citizen groups to become more effective clean water champions.
Get the Lead Out: It's not just Flint: Millions of American kids are being exposed to lead in their drinking water. We're calling on state and local leaders to get the lead out, starting with schools and day care centers.
Environmental Defense: Our Water: Deep cuts to the EPA and the repeal of clean water protections threaten our waters and the people and wildlife that depend on them. We're connecting the votes and actions of our elected officials with the health of the local waterways people care about most.
Each of these campaigns and projects aims to protect the water we drink and the air we breathe in unique ways. But they share a common approach. Each campaign strives to:
Put the environment first. A healthy environment isn't the hoped-for byproduct of prosperity. It's the necessary precondition and only sustainable source. Through our research and public education, we're working to shift more hearts and minds over to this point of view.
Take a strategic approach. We must think big and act boldly, but we recognize that progress comes one step at a time. Our focus is on making a difference in public policy and in our lives and our environment, not just making a statement.
Build on what works. Our national network has won policies, actions and decisions that have resulted in cleaner rivers, streams, lakes, bays, harbors, estuaries and drinking water across the country. We know which policies work, how they can be improved, and what it takes to win their approval. As always, we're also open to new ideas that work even better.
Work together. We work to unite people from all across the political spectrum around clean water and air. Our advocates in Washington, D.C., lobby members of Congress from both parties. Our advocates at the state level build coalitions that include doctors and nurses, outdoors lovers, small business owners and people from all walks of life. Our national network's organizers and canvassers engage literally hundreds of thousands of people, and its members and activists live in all 50 states.


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Welcome to our eleventh weekly challenge at Paper Sundaes! We had fifty fantastic entries in our tenth challenge. Thank you to all our terrific participants – we hope to see you again this week!
This week our challenge is sponsored by Paper Jewels who will provide the random winner with two Sweet Pea stamps from ching-chou kuiks' Fantasy Art Collection. Paper Jewels is now accepting pre-orders on ching-chou kuiks' latest releases - both in sheets and individual images - with an expected April arrival. In addition, Paper Jewels is your source for Bildmalarna and CC Designs and offers free shipping for all US and Canadian orders over $50.00!!!
This week we are featuring a Photo Inspiration challenge.
Art affects each of us differently and thus motivates and inspires us in unique ways as evidenced by the variety of creations by the Sundae Girls this week. You may find yourself moved by all the colours and lines from the photo or perhaps just a couple of the finer details. Influence from the above photo must be evident in your creation to qualify for entry into this week's challenge.
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Last week's winner of the tenth Paper Sundaes challenge drawn by random.org is... Min: 1 Max: 50 Result: 14
Aussie Loz
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Kojiro Nishikawa TOKYO, JAPAN
According to the recent membership roster of the American Ac-counting Association, Japan ranks third in number of members, next to the United States and Canada, surpassing other English speaking countries, including England and Australia. It seems then that Japan is among those nations where studies in accounting have gained great popularity. It is quite natural, however, that Japan, an impor-tant nation economically, ranks third in relation to interest in the study of accounting, since accounting is a necessary skill useful to business management.
Accounting Historians in Japan are likewise active in many areas of the history of accounting.
In 1973, Professor Osamu Kojima of Kansel-gakuin University published 150 copies of a facsimile edition of Pacioli's Summa de Arthmetica, Geometria, Proportioni et Proportionalita (1494). Kojima is now planning to issue 150 copies of a facsimile of Ympyn's work, A Notable and Very Excellente Woorke, (1547) with a supplement of exercises by Professor Basil Yamey.
A Tokyo firm has published 200 facsimile copies of Pacioli's De Divina Proportione, (1509). Another Tokyo publisher has issued Testamenti de Fra Luca Pacioli, arranged with the original on the left-hand pages and the Japanese version on the right-hand pages, accompanied by a short explanation by Professor Asahi Nakanishi. In addition, another author, a former student at Nikon University, has translated Pacioli's Bookkeeping Treatise and published it at his own expense quite recently.1 He used Brown and Johnston's Paciolo on Accounting as a model for his book, but has rendered it from the original Italian text of the first and second editions at-taching thereto a photographic reproduction of the original treatise of the second edition. Whether the accounting academicians of Japan will accept this work as another valid Japanese version of Pacioli's treatise is yet to be known. Furthermore, the Second Edition of Pacioli's treatise has been published in Japan for the first time.


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Smile Pretty: Common Dental Problems and Treatments
Stop dreading the dentist. Improved equipment and techniques make treating tooth problems fast and (almost) pain-free.
As I waited in the dentist's chair for my root canal, I closed my eyes and tried to imagine myself on a tropical island. But my heart continued to race. Thanks to an extreme case of dental phobia, I'd let a toothache linger for almost a year, hoping the pain would disappear. Now it was time to co-pay the piper.
This may sound extreme, but my fears aren't uncommon. Thirty to 40 million Americans steer clear of the dentist each year due to anxiety, according to the American Dental Association (ADA).
Turns out my worry was for naught. The root canal took less than an hour—and didn't hurt at all. I was so pleasantly surprised that I hugged my dentist afterward.
New technologies have made dental procedures shorter, and state-of-the-art instruments mean less discomfort. Plus, dentists are acknowledging patient stress. "We talk to people extensively now before sticking anything in their mouths," says Kimberly Harms, D.D.S., a dentist in Farmington, Minnesota, and a consumer adviser spokesperson for the ADA. "We ask what they're concerned about and answer their questions, which establishes trust."
Before you brush off your dental distress, find out why the experts say the latest fixes for common problems are bound to leave you smiling.
This throbbing sensation is usually the result of decay. When a cavity is left untreated, it deepens and exposes the tooth's inner pulp (where the nerves are), leaving it vulnerable to irritation and infection, says Jerry Gordon, D.M.D., a dentist and CEO of The Dental Comfort Zone in Bensalem, Pennsylvania. "Once it reaches the toothache stage, it's typically too late for a simple filling." Your dentist (or an endodontist, who specializes in matters concerning the inside of the tooth) will need to perform surgery: either a root canal, which replaces the tooth's damaged pulp with a rubbery material, or in severe cases, an extraction.
The good news: Rotary dental files—metal instruments that attach to a drill—make root canals easy. "The latest ones are made of a nickel-titanium alloy instead of stainless steel. They're just as strong but more flexible, so the job can be done faster, without putting as much pressure on your teeth," says Dr. Gordon. Getting a tooth pulled isn't the nightmare it used to be, either, because of improved anesthetics. Ask about your options. Many dentists now use Articaine, a shot with twice the concentration of other anesthetics, providing more intense numbness and penetrating further into the teeth, jaw and gums. It also starts working faster and wears off more quickly, meaning you can eat soon after.
Price point: A root canal costs $600 to $1,400, depending on which tooth is treated (back molars are the most expensive). See your dentist first, and if he's unable to do the procedure he may refer to you an endodontist. Many dental insurance plans cover 80% to 100% of the cost of root canals. A tooth extraction will set you back a couple of hundred, though insurers are likely to provide partial coverage.
Most experts believe emotional stress is a factor in teeth grinding, temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) and clenching (bruxism), which for some reason affect more women than men. "It can begin with any type of worry or when someone starts a new job or experiences the death of a loved one," says Dr. Gordon. "Self-detecting the condition is difficult because most people who grind or clench do it while they sleep." Look for telltale signs, like flattened or chipped teeth, and sore facial muscles in the morning. And get treatment as grinding can lead to cavities, jaw pain, headaches and tender gums.
The good news: Mouth guards can protect your teeth and provide relief in as little as two weeks by reducing friction between your top and bottom rows of teeth. "The new dual-laminate acrylic models are harder on the outside and softer on the inside, so they're durable and more comfortable," says Dr. Gordon. Practicing relaxation techniques, like five minutes of deep breathing before bed, can also help nix the gnashing.
Price point: Mouth guards are not generally covered by insurance, so be prepared to pay $400 to $800. On the plus side, they tend to last 5 to 10 years.
What turns your pearly whites yellow? Blame dark and acidic food and drink, such as red wine, coffee, tea, colas, chocolate and even marinara sauce. Putting off a dental appointment isn't wise, because stains are easier to remove early on, when they're closest to the surface, says Debra Glassman, D.D.S., a cosmetic dentist in New York City.
The good news: You can make your smile eight to 16 shades lighter with one in-office, light-activated whitening procedure, like Kor, Zoom or Brightsmile. "When these first came out, the process took an hour and a half, and many people experienced tooth sensitivity afterward," says Dr. Glassman. "Now, because the lights are stronger, it takes only 45 minutes and sensitivity is less common." Home whitening kits (like strips or molds) are cheaper alternatives that can help too. But teeth may only get a few shades whiter, says Dr. Glassman, and you also need to use kits twice a day for two weeks. To give your teeth a mild brightening, brush with a whitening toothpaste after meals.
Price point: An in-office procedure will run you about $600 and isn't covered by insurance since it's cosmetic. Whitening kits usually cost $20 to $40.
Gum Disease
Plaque buildup can inflame the gums, causing gum disease. "The number one warning sign is bleeding after brushing or flossing," says Connie White, D.D.S., a dentist in Kansas City, Missouri, and a spokesperson for the Academy of General Dentistry. In the early stages, a thorough cleaning might be all you need. But if the problem is left unchecked, it can progress to
periodontitis, a more severe form that can lead to tooth loss and increase your risk for cardiovascular disease.
The good news: The treatment—a nonsurgical procedure called scaling and root planing—is much more tolerable than it used to be. At two separate appointments a dentist or hygienist will numb your mouth and remove irritants from under the gums. Thankfully, scraping the teeth with metal picks is pretty much a thing of the past. New ultrasonic vibrating tools are more likely to be used. They speed up the process and don't make that cringe-inducing noise.
Price point: Scaling and root planing costs $200 to $500 per quarter of the mouth. Insurance companies generally foot at least half of the bill, because it's considered preventive care.
Decay, an injury and even eating something hard may all lead to a chipped tooth. Don't wait to get it repaired, because even a minor fracture can irritate the mouth. Plus, it makes the tooth more susceptible to further breakage. If possible, put the part that falls off in a glass with milk and call the dentist immediately. She may be able to re-attach it if she can see you within 30 minutes to an hour.
The good news: Dental lasers and air abrasion can painlessly take care of fillings or bonding. Those who need a crown or veneer have it easier as well. Patients often receive same-day treatment thanks to computer-assisted manufacturing of the new covering. Giving an impression is less of a hassle now too—the claylike material tastes better and sets faster. In some practices, that process can even be replaced by simply taking photos.
Price point: A filling usually costs $100 to $300, a crown can run from $800 to $2,000, and the price of a veneer ranges from $800 to $2,500. Insurance almost always takes care of fillings and pays about 50% for crowns, but veneers are rarely covered. How much your plan will pay depends largely on the material you choose (such as silver, gold or porcelain).
Tooth Truth
Brushing for two minutes (in the morning and at night) and flossing daily are still the two best preventive measures.
Fear Factor
Scared of the dentist? Try these easy, calming tricks.
Minimize the surprise
Have your dentist explain exactly what she plans to do ahead of time, including what tools she will use, how long the procedure will last and which parts may hurt more than others.
Develop a signal
Create a nonverbal gesture, like raising your hand, so you can alert the dentist anytime you feel pain.
Weigh your options
If your treatment requires anesthesia but you're needle-phobic, ask about electrical anesthesia, which sends numbing pulses through small sponges placed in the mouth or on the face. Or request nitrous oxide—laughing gas that leaves you sedated.
Break it up
If the procedure is going to last awhile, ask if it's possible to take short breaks at regular intervals.
Distract yourself
Some practices have TVs; otherwise, bring a portable music player and headphones.
Originally published in the October 1, 2011, issue of Family Circle magazine.
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New Faces
by lodur on Mar.27, 2010, under Fan Fiction, RP, Uncategorized
Lodur pulled the cowl of her cloak down obscuring her face further in shade. She Patted the neck of her Mistsaber, as they made their way slowly from Valiance keep towards Fizzcrank airstrip. The undead assault on the keep had slowed enough to allow a few travelers to move beyond the basalt walls. The winds were wicked and Lodur could feel the bite of the frost upon her face.
The Mistsaber slowed and a began to rumble a guttural growl. A rough noise replaced the sound of the wind. Lodur looked up to see two Orcs before her. Rough armor filled with spiked adorned their mantles. They smiled toothy grins as they dismounted their wolves and walked menacingly towards Lodur, speaking in a tongue she couldn't decipher, but the intent was clear… violence.
"Ark'ehnan poross" Lodur voiced as evenly as she could in common "I wish no trouble I am simply passing through."
The two eyed the figure atop the large cat, not halting their advance. Lodur looked up, her blue eyes glowing from beneath the darkness of the hood. The two exchanged a quick set of words in a gutter language Lodur recognized as the orcish tongue. She stepped from her mount and with a quiet word undid the magic that bound it to this world. Turning towards the two orcs, Lodur began to gather power around her. The assailants stopped now, sensing that their prey was not as timid as they had hoped. Lightning crackled between Lodur's fingers and her eyes. The two green-skinned creatures smiled toothy tusk filled grins and charged.
Before Lodur could react, one of the charging creatures hit the dirt, the other oblivious to the fate of his companion. When the orc was only a few yards away from Lodur she unleashed the gathering energy in a small storm of electricity. The assailant was flung up and back. It hit the ground hard and before it could get back up a great white cat was on top of it, the orc's neck in its teeth. Lodur released the last remnants of the power held within and looked around. From thin air materialized an elf that walked over to the first fallen orc, and pulled an arrow from the creature's neck. The elf then padded over to the cat and speaking a quick word in what Lodur recognized as Darnassian, the cat released the corpse from its jaws now looking for it's master's approval.
"Ah, miss. It looks like I came along just in the nick of time!" said the elf, the voice calm and enchanting. "although it does seem you are not without your defenses."
The elf turned to face lodur, dropping its cloak to reveal features that were both fine and hardened at the same time. It was a face Lodur recognized very well.
It had only been a fortnight since Lodur's body was snatched by the Lich King. No one from her guild knew about it and no one aside from Yeva, the prophet and Nobundo knew that inside this female shell was truly the essence of Lodur.
"Thank you for your assistance, though it was not required. I would however suggest we move somewhere else, least they become missed and any friends they have decide to go looking for them." Lodur said with a smirk.
"That is not a half bad idea, perhaps I should ride with you for a while." The elf summoned her mount and Lodur called back the Mistsaber, and the two were off.
"I'm Estherras by the way. What brings you up this way? Looking for adventure? Just taking in the scenery?"
Lodur looked over to the elf.
"I am Lodur." she stated plainly, and then turned back to watch the road they traveled.
"hmm. I have a guild mate named Lodur. He's much larger than you are though. Never pegged Lodur for a woman's name"
"It's not." Lodur smirked again.
Estherras stopped her mount. "Wait a minute. What is that supposed to mean?"
"You never were quick on the uptake. Makes me think of the time I had to yell at you in the Black Temple, reminding you that fire was bad. " Lodur chuckled.
The hunter's jaw hung loose, "No way. No damn way! Lodur? What the hell man…er…woman? well.. this is something isn't it? What the hell happened?"
"I'll tell everyone at the guild meeting in a few days. A lot.." Lodur paused looking down at her new body. " needs to be explained."
"I'll say. That better be one hell of a story or I'm going to be sorely disappointed in you. So where are you headed anyways?"
Estherras had caught back up to Lodur and the two were riding side by side again. Lodur glanced over to the hunter.
"Fizzcrank airstrip. I have a friend up there trying to secure a flight into Dalaran for the guild meeting. I've never trusted those mage portals, so I'd rather fly. Sadly Andor is not strong enough to fly in the cold winds up here yet, so I seek other means."
"Fair enough. Mind if I tag along then? You seem to always have great misfortune that ultimately leads to highly entertaining adventures… or fleeing. One or the other." The elf laughed and Lodur chuckled as well.
"Alright, you might be useful after all. You're taking my new body rather well, honestly I'm a bit surprised."
Estherras shrugged "eh, We've traveled through time, beaten down a titan. Stopped a madman from dominating the world. twice. Defeated a few beings classified as gods and ultimately survived to tell the tale. This is by far not the weirdest things we've been through. Surprising, sure I'll give you that, but not the strangest thing. "
"At that you have a point. "
The two continued riding at a casual pace through the tundra towards its northern border and the gnomish airstrip.
April 4th, 2010 on 10:20 PM
This one was very good and honestly this one and the one before it were my favorites.


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The start of last week marked the 132nd President's Day. It also marked an historic march on Richmond, Virginia, in the name of Democracy. According to the AP, "…about 1,400 people, most of them women, linked arms to form a silent human cordon along the Capitol Square walkways that legislators use between the state Capitol and their legislative offices."
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Sooner than expected, a course system has been launched from Blackboard and McGraw-Hill Higher Education that blends course management from one company with content from the other. First publicly announced in January 2011, the new offering, which has no particular name, provides users with a single point of access for online courses, materials, and learning tools.
The integrated suite uses McGraw-Hill's content creation and assessment products, Connect and Create, within Blackboard Learn 9.1. Support for Learn 8.0 is planned for later in the year. By offering all course resources in a single environment, the solution is designed to improve faculty and student workflows with single sign-on and automatic synchronization of all grades for McGraw-Hill assignments with the Blackboard Learn gradebook.