Gigabiting

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Starbucks, Tully’s— all the big names in Seattle coffee are brewing in Taiwan. In fact more of them have opened shops there than in New York. But one local Taiwanese chain has been running circles around the Americans, and now it’s looking to challenge them on their home turf.

Bigger, better, cheaper than you-know-who.

85°C (named for coffee’s ideal brewing temperature) custom-brews each cup individually. You’ll find the usual espressos and frozen, blended drinks, plus some Asian-style bubble teas. The infamous salted coffee is their signature latte with sea salt whipped into the foam topping. It’s a subtle touch that teases out a little more coffee essence without adding saltiness. Read entire article.

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There is an unsteady alliance when salt and sugar commingle.

It happens when the tastes are unblended and distinct; balanced in a dizzy dance on your tongue. Some of these couplings are legendary, like melon with prosciutto; some are classic, like french fries with ketchup; and some are questionable, like ‘Hawaiian’ pizza with pineapple and ham. Read entire article.