The best place to store coffee is usually in its original packaging. In general, whole-bean coffee stays fresh longer than ground coffee. To get the freshest coffee, look for a "roasted on" date on ...

Despite our discussion about how to make coffee, how to grind coffee, and even how to keep our coffee mugs at an optimal temperature, we rarely discuss how to properly store coffee. However, storage ...

How do you store vanilla beans? Craig Nielsen, chief executive officer of Nielsen-Massey Vanillas in Waukegan, Ill., recommends a tightly sealed container, either a glass jar or double-bagged in ...

Julie Wolfson is a writer and arts educator living Los Angeles who focuses on telling stories about the creative process. She has covered the world of coffee visiting farms, roasteries, and cafes ...