JOEL'S JOURNAL

Meditations on Coffee
December 1, 2023
The pour-over method stands as one of the oldest ways to make coffee, and a valuable way for pause and introspection.
Of Life, Culture, and Dark Chocolate
December 1, 2023
Cultural and social ties underscore how dark chocolate represents connection, celebration, and the pursuit of a well-balanced life.
Cultured Tastes
December 1, 2023
The idea of eating moldy cheese can sound intimidating, but the unique flavor of blue cheese is worth the adventure.  
Water pouring into and splashing out of a glass of water held by a hand
December 1, 2023
Just as water conforms to the glass that holds it, its shape—and meaning—shifts throughout a person’s life.