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Hello! My name is John Bird. Your new sous chef!

Our authenticity is rooted in real-life professional experience in a New York cafe, combined with a passionate commitment to teaching and a track record of helping thousands of followers elevate their culinary and coffee skills.

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How Much is Starbucks Venti: A Barista’s Guide to Prices, Hacks, and Hidden Gems
05Jan

How Much is Starbucks Venti: A Barista’s Guide to Prices, Hacks, and Hidden Gems

Remember those late mornings at Boat Basin Cafe, staring down a Venti Caramel Macchiato with your stomach growling and wallet…

Can Dry Measuring Cups be Used for Liquids? Baking Fail Alert!
03Jan

Can Dry Measuring Cups be Used for Liquids? Baking Fail Alert!

Using the incorrect type of measuring cup leads to inaccurate ingredient amounts and preventable baking failures. This article explains the…

Love Hard Seltzers, Hate Bloating? Tips for Happy Gut & Bubbles 
02Jan

Love Hard Seltzers, Hate Bloating? Tips for Happy Gut & Bubbles 

As an enthusiastic mixologist when I’m not slinging drinks at the Boat Basin Café, I know all too well that…

Is It OK to Drink Seltzer Everyday? The Surprising Truth About Bubbly Hydration
31Dec

Is It OK to Drink Seltzer Everyday? The Surprising Truth About Bubbly Hydration

I’ll never forget the day Sally stumbled into the cafe, frazzled after pulling an all-nighter at the hospital, and requested…

What Seltzers Have No Carbs? Top Guilt-Free Seltzers
28Dec

What Seltzers Have No Carbs? Top Guilt-Free Seltzers

Who else craves fizzy flavors but dreads the inevitable carb crash? Fear not fellow sippers – the Seltzer Sensei is…

Is Seltzer Water Good for Diabetics? Sparkling Secrets Revealed!
26Dec

Is Seltzer Water Good for Diabetics? Sparkling Secrets Revealed!

When I worked at the Boat Basin Café, I’ve recommended sugar-free seltzer water to those managing diabetes. Unlike sugary soda,…

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