Peru News
Fresh Peruvian Asparagus & Blueberries will be exported to the US according to a recent article in El Comercio. Both countries are developing systems to mitigate the risk of pests such as the fruit fly and allow more a more open process for exports to the US.
Continue reading Peru News Roundup
One casualty of the skyrocketing costs of housing in Lima is migration from the provinces. For many years, there had been a steady flow from the outlying areas to Lima. A new study shows that the trend has reversed & other areas outside of the capitol are now more attractive to migrants looking for economic growth & opportunity.
Continue reading Migrating to Lima no longer attractive for many
A recent article in Peru This Week listed the top 6 museums in Peru. For those interested in ancient cultures and the unique history of Peru (and even chocolate) take note…
The month has flown by already and the time is ticking downward until our return trip to Peru & the rainforests of Chanchamayo. It’s been a whirlwind of good things & even better people that have come onto our paths in the coffee journey.
Continue reading Real People, Really Good Coffee (Update April 2015)
While at the SCAA trade show recently, we sampled some exquisite chocolate from Theo Chocolate. While reading and translating news from Peru, I came across an article that talks about Theo Chocolate & their award winning chocolate made with Peruvian cocoa.
This year they won two more awards – Best New Product & Peoples Choice. What’s even more interesting is what I found out about the company…
Continue reading US Chocolate Made with Peruvian Cocoa Wins Awards
We’ve been following the tragic flooding this year in Peru. The rainy season is nearly over, but for now the damage to property & the lives of affected residents continues. Here’s the latest news:
Continue reading Floods, Landslides Continue Affecting Peru
This past few days, we attended the “Event,” which is the Specialty Coffee of America Associations big trade show of the year. Thousands of coffee growers, importers, roasters & of course baristas and coffee aficionados joined together for a few days of great coffee, seminars, classes & coffee tastings. As they say, “Great coffee doesn’t just happen.”
Continue reading It’s Not Just for Breakfast Anymore, SCAA 2015 Specialty Coffee Event
While climate change hasn’t had an effect on many of the higher altitude banana growers in Peru, the torrential rains in other parts of the country have damaged many roads & flooded rivers, which can make transporting crops difficult.
Continue reading El Niño Phenomenon Won’t Affect Organic Banana Crops, Flooding in Iquitos
Recent studies have shown many benefits to drinking coffee including lower rates of diabetes & heart disease. Some experts even say that coffee can help protect against Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s disease. Good news to those of us who imbibe on a daily basis.
Drink more coffee, it’s good for you!
Continue reading Packed with health benefits, coffee gains ground with experts
Although tourists who have visited Peru find it to be quite an adventure in and of itself, for the truly adventurous, more are discovering Peru as a “go to” destination for thrills ranging from Para-sailing & surfing to Canopy and remote hikes on the Inca Trail. Check it out…
Continue reading Peru Ranked Third for Adventure Tourism, Here’s Why
