NEW.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 28, 2025
Saftig rocks naturals and funky-processed coffee in the small basement room near the Assistens Cemetery. Drop by for a taste of real neighborhood vibes.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 27, 2025
Discover Korat Tam Tam in Helsinki, a hidden gem serving authentic Thai and Isan cuisine. Famous for spicy som tam (papaya salad), bold curries, noodles, and street food flavors straight from Thailand. Fresh ingredients, vibrant taste, and a true local favorite for Thai food lovers in Finland.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 17, 2025
The ultimate list of specialty coffee places to visit in Copenhagen. After years of research, and multiple visits, we have the quintessential bible for any bean addict.
By Benjamin Sand
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August 31, 2025
An interview with the General Manager of JHOL Coastal Indian Food, Anirban Nandi in Bangkok. Jhol is a restaurant that features dishes from the 7500 kilometer Indian coastline, maintaining its ethos of highlighting regional food that most people overlook.
By Benjamin Sand
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July 6, 2025
A talk with chef and owner of Fu Shou Noodle Club in Ubud, a place famous for their hand-made noodles. Locally regarded as one of the best places to eat in Ubud, it is desperately under-visited by tourists. We hope in the future Fu Shou will gain more recognition for the amazing work they are doing in the Balinese culinary scene.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 27, 2025
Discover Korat Tam Tam in Helsinki, a hidden gem serving authentic Thai and Isan cuisine. Famous for spicy som tam (papaya salad), bold curries, noodles, and street food flavors straight from Thailand. Fresh ingredients, vibrant taste, and a true local favorite for Thai food lovers in Finland.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 23, 2025
With pork fat icebergs floating on a sea of oil, this ramen is not for the faint of heart and cholesterol-inclined. Deep, fatty flavours, appealing to true OG slurpers, but not everyone.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 9, 2025
A hallucinative journey through the peculiar and provoking museum of Hermann Nitsch in Napoli, Italy. A testament to extreme thinking and pushing the boundaries of what is considered "art", and yet a vitally important foundation of our sense of balance in society. Places like this must continue to exist and challenge, and ask questions.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 28, 2025
Saftig rocks naturals and funky-processed coffee in the small basement room near the Assistens Cemetery. Drop by for a taste of real neighborhood vibes.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 24, 2025
In-depth MAVO Phantox Pro review: 45mm burrs, precise 120-click adjustments, and a premium aluminium build.
FOOD GUIDES.
The best eats in the best streets.
By Benjamin Sand
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September 25, 2025
The Mouth's guide to finding the best vegetarian and vegan food in Ipoh, Malaysia. From Indian to Japanese, Malay to Chinese, and even a soy dessert place thrown in for good measure. As usual, we got you covered.
By Benjamin Sand
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August 28, 2025
Where to find the best vegetarian and vegan options in Georgetown, Penang. We have been coming here for over 25 years, and know the spots the locals eat at.
By Benjamin Sand
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August 14, 2025
Discover the best vegan and vegetarian spots in Chiang Rai with our complete guide! From plant-based street food to cozy cafés and jungle-view restaurants, this article helps you eat green while exploring Northern Thailand. Includes tips for ordering vegan Thai food, must-visit places, and hidden gems for ethical dining.
By Benjamin Sand
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August 6, 2025
Whether you're looking for a comforting bowl of Pho, some Banh Mi or a sit-down meal at a rooftop restaurant, we have all your needs covered in our comprehensive guide.
By Benjamin Sand
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July 26, 2025
The paradise destination of Lake Toba, offers a few hidden gems in terms of dining. Read The Mouth's guide to make sure you don't end up at the typical tourist traps.
By Phet Mak
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July 18, 2025
The ultimate guide to finding the best local restaurants in Trang, Thailand. With months of experience hunting the best plates, The Mouth make it easy for you to avoid all the pitfalls and concentrate on stomach enlargement. Famous for its dimsum, we'll guide you to the best old skool spots as well as a modern female-run shop making familiar favourites.
COFFEE GUIDES.
The pursuance of caffeine relief, ends here.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 17, 2025
The ultimate list of specialty coffee places to visit in Copenhagen. After years of research, and multiple visits, we have the quintessential bible for any bean addict.
By Tremor Christ
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July 30, 2025
The Mouth's comprehensive guide to drinking coffee in Chiang Mai. Focusing mainly on locally sourced and grown Thai coffee, we followed insider trading tips to find you the best places. From tranquil roasteries by rivers in the suburbs, to busy downtown brew houses with laptop addicts in tow, this guide will seperate the wheat from the chaff and have you sipping some delicious cups.
By Benjamin Sand
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July 17, 2025
Istanbul is more than a sludgy cup of gritty coffee. For the past decade the third-wave coffee entrepreneurs have been hard at work creating some cafes that are truly worthy of detours. The Mouth's editor spent months researching and visiting almost every cafe conceivable before coming up with this hand-picked list.
By Benjamin Sand
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March 8, 2025
The Mouth visited the Hario x Monin expo in Kuala Lumpur, trying 20 different coffee's per day and participating in numerous cupping sessions. It was a shaky weekend, but we lived to tell the tale.
By Benjamin Sand
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February 12, 2025
Trang is an often-overlooked stop on the backpacker route south, most travellers opting to fly into Krabi or Phuket before taking ferries down to Malaysia. To their detriment, they are missing out on one of Southern Thailands most caffeine addicted cities. Home to everything from Modbar espresso houses, pourover hipster cafe's in old houses, and neighborhood caffeine dealers, spending a few days in this sleepy town is an eye-opening experience.
THE MOUTH.
Long form, short form, odd form.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 9, 2025
A hallucinative journey through the peculiar and provoking museum of Hermann Nitsch in Napoli, Italy. A testament to extreme thinking and pushing the boundaries of what is considered "art", and yet a vitally important foundation of our sense of balance in society. Places like this must continue to exist and challenge, and ask questions.
By Benjamin Sand
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September 19, 2025
Cinema Rif, Tangier – an art house cinema and cultural landmark offering classic films, indie screenings, and a taste of the city’s bohemian past.
By Benjamin Sand
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August 29, 2025
Discover Naples’ hidden Sri Lankan food gems—authentic curry spots, street eats, and family-run kitchens tucked away in the city’s vibrant backstreets. Some don't even have a name.
FOOD GUIDES.
By Benjamin Sand
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September 25, 2025
The Mouth's guide to finding the best vegetarian and vegan food in Ipoh, Malaysia. From Indian to Japanese, Malay to Chinese, and even a soy dessert place thrown in for good measure. As usual, we got you covered.
By Benjamin Sand
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August 28, 2025
Where to find the best vegetarian and vegan options in Georgetown, Penang. We have been coming here for over 25 years, and know the spots the locals eat at.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 17, 2025
The ultimate list of specialty coffee places to visit in Copenhagen. After years of research, and multiple visits, we have the quintessential bible for any bean addict.
By Benjamin Sand
•
August 31, 2025
An interview with the General Manager of JHOL Coastal Indian Food, Anirban Nandi in Bangkok. Jhol is a restaurant that features dishes from the 7500 kilometer Indian coastline, maintaining its ethos of highlighting regional food that most people overlook.
By Benjamin Sand
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July 6, 2025
A talk with chef and owner of Fu Shou Noodle Club in Ubud, a place famous for their hand-made noodles. Locally regarded as one of the best places to eat in Ubud, it is desperately under-visited by tourists. We hope in the future Fu Shou will gain more recognition for the amazing work they are doing in the Balinese culinary scene.
COFFEE GUIDES.
By Benjamin Sand
•
October 17, 2025
The ultimate list of specialty coffee places to visit in Copenhagen. After years of research, and multiple visits, we have the quintessential bible for any bean addict.
By Tremor Christ
•
July 30, 2025
The Mouth's comprehensive guide to drinking coffee in Chiang Mai. Focusing mainly on locally sourced and grown Thai coffee, we followed insider trading tips to find you the best places. From tranquil roasteries by rivers in the suburbs, to busy downtown brew houses with laptop addicts in tow, this guide will seperate the wheat from the chaff and have you sipping some delicious cups.
By Benjamin Sand
•
October 17, 2025
The ultimate list of specialty coffee places to visit in Copenhagen. After years of research, and multiple visits, we have the quintessential bible for any bean addict.
By Benjamin Sand
•
August 31, 2025
An interview with the General Manager of JHOL Coastal Indian Food, Anirban Nandi in Bangkok. Jhol is a restaurant that features dishes from the 7500 kilometer Indian coastline, maintaining its ethos of highlighting regional food that most people overlook.
By Benjamin Sand
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July 6, 2025
A talk with chef and owner of Fu Shou Noodle Club in Ubud, a place famous for their hand-made noodles. Locally regarded as one of the best places to eat in Ubud, it is desperately under-visited by tourists. We hope in the future Fu Shou will gain more recognition for the amazing work they are doing in the Balinese culinary scene.
FOOD DIARIES.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 27, 2025
Discover Korat Tam Tam in Helsinki, a hidden gem serving authentic Thai and Isan cuisine. Famous for spicy som tam (papaya salad), bold curries, noodles, and street food flavors straight from Thailand. Fresh ingredients, vibrant taste, and a true local favorite for Thai food lovers in Finland.
By Benjamin Sand
•
October 23, 2025
With pork fat icebergs floating on a sea of oil, this ramen is not for the faint of heart and cholesterol-inclined. Deep, fatty flavours, appealing to true OG slurpers, but not everyone.
By Benjamin Sand
•
October 17, 2025
The ultimate list of specialty coffee places to visit in Copenhagen. After years of research, and multiple visits, we have the quintessential bible for any bean addict.
By Benjamin Sand
•
August 31, 2025
An interview with the General Manager of JHOL Coastal Indian Food, Anirban Nandi in Bangkok. Jhol is a restaurant that features dishes from the 7500 kilometer Indian coastline, maintaining its ethos of highlighting regional food that most people overlook.
By Benjamin Sand
•
July 6, 2025
A talk with chef and owner of Fu Shou Noodle Club in Ubud, a place famous for their hand-made noodles. Locally regarded as one of the best places to eat in Ubud, it is desperately under-visited by tourists. We hope in the future Fu Shou will gain more recognition for the amazing work they are doing in the Balinese culinary scene.
THE BEST.
By Benjamin Sand
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August 27, 2025
Not everyone enjoys having their dinner stare back at them, but there's a simple solution: eat the eye first.
By Benjamin Sand
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August 14, 2025
Always on the hunt for a solid dosa for breakfast, The Mouth has visited almost 50 shops in KL over the years to narrow down the list for you so you don't waste you precious time. As we always say, we take one for the proverbial team. Here are our favourites, and of course it's always down to personal preference, so find your own gems.
By Benjamin Sand
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August 1, 2025
From humble street stalls to larger three story behemoths, The Mouth has tried them all so you can skip the bad ones.
By Martha Stuart
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July 4, 2025
We show you our favourite laksa places in the sprawling metropolis of KL. From plant based wonders to regular portions of bliss, this guide will help you avoid the tourist traps and focus on the real deal.
By Benjamin Sand
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June 22, 2025
This guide rounds up the best breakfast bowl spots across Bali—where fresh fruit, vibrant flavor, and real care come together. Skip the style-over-substance traps and head straight to the bowls worth waking up for.
THE MOUTH.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 9, 2025
A hallucinative journey through the peculiar and provoking museum of Hermann Nitsch in Napoli, Italy. A testament to extreme thinking and pushing the boundaries of what is considered "art", and yet a vitally important foundation of our sense of balance in society. Places like this must continue to exist and challenge, and ask questions.
By Benjamin Sand
•
September 19, 2025
Cinema Rif, Tangier – an art house cinema and cultural landmark offering classic films, indie screenings, and a taste of the city’s bohemian past.
By Benjamin Sand
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August 29, 2025
Discover Naples’ hidden Sri Lankan food gems—authentic curry spots, street eats, and family-run kitchens tucked away in the city’s vibrant backstreets. Some don't even have a name.
By the mouth
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August 29, 2025
Il Giardino di Babuk in Rione Sanita, a secret garden where you have to call the owner to make an appointment and he takes you into his garden with 22 cats and a basement cellar 5 stories down underground.
By Benjamin Sand
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August 28, 2025
Shuang Xi is a hidden speakeasy in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown, known for its vintage charm and mysterious entrance. Inside, you’ll find creative cocktails crafted with precision and style. The intimate setting blends old-world décor with a modern twist, making it perfect for adventurous drinkers. A must-visit spot for KL
LE INTERVIEW.
By Benjamin Sand
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August 31, 2025
An interview with the General Manager of JHOL Coastal Indian Food, Anirban Nandi in Bangkok. Jhol is a restaurant that features dishes from the 7500 kilometer Indian coastline, maintaining its ethos of highlighting regional food that most people overlook.
By Benjamin Sand
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July 6, 2025
A talk with chef and owner of Fu Shou Noodle Club in Ubud, a place famous for their hand-made noodles. Locally regarded as one of the best places to eat in Ubud, it is desperately under-visited by tourists. We hope in the future Fu Shou will gain more recognition for the amazing work they are doing in the Balinese culinary scene.
By Benjamin Sand
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June 30, 2025
The Mouth reached out to our favourite source of coffee content on Youtube, Asser Christensen aka The Coffee Chronicler, and he was kind enough to answer some questions about the holy bean.
By Benjamin Sand
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April 11, 2025
The Mouth conducted an interview with the Coastal Keralan restaurant COAST in Kuala Lumpur. This newly opened branch of Kayra in Bangsar is leading the way in the Malaysian capital for high quality, locally sourced Indian coastal food.
GEAR REVIEWS.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 24, 2025
In-depth MAVO Phantox Pro review: 45mm burrs, precise 120-click adjustments, and a premium aluminium build.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 16, 2025
Our review of the OutIn Nano espresso maker, after one month of use. This is perfect for those of you who want a solid espresso when out camping, travelling, or staying at a cabin.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 11, 2025
The Subminimal Subscale merges a dosing cup and coffee scale into one beautifully minimalist tool, ideal for espresso dosing with 0.1 g accuracy and USB-C rechargeability. Featuring a sleek matte-black Tritan design, hidden LED display, and splash resistance, it simplifies your coffee workflow.
By the mouth
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September 3, 2025
Discover the Bookoo Themis Mini Coffee Scale: a compact, Bluetooth-enabled scale offering precise measurements and smart connectivity for the discerning barista.
By the mouth
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September 3, 2025
Honest review of the Timemore 1+1 Tumbler – pros, cons, and real-world use insights. Is this sleek coffee companion worth it?
FOOD DIARIES.
Every plate, we ate.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 27, 2025
Discover Korat Tam Tam in Helsinki, a hidden gem serving authentic Thai and Isan cuisine. Famous for spicy som tam (papaya salad), bold curries, noodles, and street food flavors straight from Thailand. Fresh ingredients, vibrant taste, and a true local favorite for Thai food lovers in Finland.
By Benjamin Sand
•
October 23, 2025
With pork fat icebergs floating on a sea of oil, this ramen is not for the faint of heart and cholesterol-inclined. Deep, fatty flavours, appealing to true OG slurpers, but not everyone.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 19, 2025
Discover Bep Me In in Ho Chi Minh City — a cozy spot serving authentic Vietnamese home-style dishes with fresh ingredients and rich, traditional flavors.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 17, 2025
Savor the taste of authentic shashlik at Ikrom Shashlik. Freshly grilled skewers, juicy meats, and traditional flavors that bring a mouthwatering culinary experience to your table.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 15, 2025
Taberna Manolo Cateca in Seville is a must-visit wine bar offering over 200 varieties of sherry by the glass. Enjoy authentic Andalusian tapas, local specialties, and a cozy historic atmosphere in the heart of Seville. Perfect for wine lovers and foodies seeking a traditional Spanish culinary experience.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 12, 2025
Halim GP Gulai Panas in Langkawi is famous for its fiery, flavour-packed gulai ikan (fish curry) and fresh seafood options cooked to your liking. Located just minutes from the airport, it’s a favourite with locals and travellers alike seeking big portions, spicy sambal belacan, and authentic Malay curry broth
LE INTERVIEW.
Hand-picked scrapings of a brilliant mind.
By Benjamin Sand
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August 31, 2025
An interview with the General Manager of JHOL Coastal Indian Food, Anirban Nandi in Bangkok. Jhol is a restaurant that features dishes from the 7500 kilometer Indian coastline, maintaining its ethos of highlighting regional food that most people overlook.
By Benjamin Sand
•
July 6, 2025
A talk with chef and owner of Fu Shou Noodle Club in Ubud, a place famous for their hand-made noodles. Locally regarded as one of the best places to eat in Ubud, it is desperately under-visited by tourists. We hope in the future Fu Shou will gain more recognition for the amazing work they are doing in the Balinese culinary scene.
THE BEST.
Why beat around the bush, our faves.
By Benjamin Sand
•
August 27, 2025
Not everyone enjoys having their dinner stare back at them, but there's a simple solution: eat the eye first.
By Benjamin Sand
•
August 14, 2025
Always on the hunt for a solid dosa for breakfast, The Mouth has visited almost 50 shops in KL over the years to narrow down the list for you so you don't waste you precious time. As we always say, we take one for the proverbial team. Here are our favourites, and of course it's always down to personal preference, so find your own gems.
By Benjamin Sand
•
August 1, 2025
From humble street stalls to larger three story behemoths, The Mouth has tried them all so you can skip the bad ones.
By Martha Stuart
•
July 4, 2025
We show you our favourite laksa places in the sprawling metropolis of KL. From plant based wonders to regular portions of bliss, this guide will help you avoid the tourist traps and focus on the real deal.
By Benjamin Sand
•
June 22, 2025
This guide rounds up the best breakfast bowl spots across Bali—where fresh fruit, vibrant flavor, and real care come together. Skip the style-over-substance traps and head straight to the bowls worth waking up for.
By Benjamin Sand
•
June 18, 2025
From the legendary Panificio Santa Rita to hidden gems like Magda and Dirello, this guide takes you through the city's most delicious focaccia spots—crispy, fluffy, tomato-topped, and everything in between. A must-read for food lovers visiting Puglia.
CAFE SPOTLIGHT.
Our fave spots to hit the black stuff.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 28, 2025
Saftig rocks naturals and funky-processed coffee in the small basement room near the Assistens Cemetery. Drop by for a taste of real neighborhood vibes.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 19, 2025
World famous NOMA has started their very own specialty coffee bar, located in a greenhouse next to their main restaurant. Open to the public, without reservations, the door is open!
By Benjamin Sand
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October 18, 2025
A visit to Frukt coffee roasters in Turku. Home of some of the best light-roast specialty coffee in Finland, and some great organic baked goods.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 17, 2025
Paying a visit to the newly opened La Cabra branch in Nordhavn. A cafe/roastery located next to Atelier September, and a stones-throw from Sensei Roasters.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 13, 2025
We take a closer look under the hood of Lokal, a specialty coffee shop and art store along Sonder Blvd in Copenhagen.
By the mouth
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September 29, 2025
Hidden upstairs in Yau Ma Tei, MUM’s NOT HOME is a whimsical, secretive tea room merged with a vintage clothing boutique—ring the bell, climb the stairs, and step into a charming bohemian escape run by creative duo Chow Kong-cheun and Makui Ma.
GEAR REVIEWS.
No money exchanges hands, just beautiful collaboration.
By Benjamin Sand
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October 24, 2025
In-depth MAVO Phantox Pro review: 45mm burrs, precise 120-click adjustments, and a premium aluminium build.
By Benjamin Sand
•
October 16, 2025
Our review of the OutIn Nano espresso maker, after one month of use. This is perfect for those of you who want a solid espresso when out camping, travelling, or staying at a cabin.
By Benjamin Sand
•
October 11, 2025
The Subminimal Subscale merges a dosing cup and coffee scale into one beautifully minimalist tool, ideal for espresso dosing with 0.1 g accuracy and USB-C rechargeability. Featuring a sleek matte-black Tritan design, hidden LED display, and splash resistance, it simplifies your coffee workflow.
By the mouth
•
September 3, 2025
Discover the Bookoo Themis Mini Coffee Scale: a compact, Bluetooth-enabled scale offering precise measurements and smart connectivity for the discerning barista.
By the mouth
•
September 3, 2025
Honest review of the Timemore 1+1 Tumbler – pros, cons, and real-world use insights. Is this sleek coffee companion worth it?
By the mouth
•
September 3, 2025
Discover the Timemore Black Mirror Mini coffee scale – a compact, precise, and stylish tool for espresso and pour-over brewing. Read our hands-on review covering features, accuracy, pros, and cons.
