I have a friend fellow alumnus currently doing work in Thailand. Often, almost daily, he and his wife (and work partner) will post a photo. This photo is usually their current means of preparing a cup of coffee. Coffee is a universal constant and the perfect conversation starter, so it is a wise move for outreach. 

Having traveled the world, I myself am familiar with several preparations for coffee. I have experienced several methods. These include the French press, coffee maker, percolator, the drip method, and boiled coffee. Of these, the French press is the most personal and civilized, but that is my opinion. 

Whatever method is used to make coffee, there are a few elements that make a good cup of coffee. Good water, good coffee beans, proper measurement, and love. Made From RI has the means to provide the measurement and the love. See these special Rhode Island hand-crafted elements here:

• Heart Coffee Scoop (madefromri.com)
• Pewter Coffee Scoop (madefromri.com)

Note: the photo "Early Sunlight Washing Across Bissel Cove" is available at our sister site, Made From RI Gallery (all of our photo art is by Keith R Wahl, co-owner, Made From RI).