Coffee

The story of coffee is said to begin in 850CE with an Ethiopian goatherd called Kaldi, who discovered the beloved bean. Today, it’s the world’s most popular drink; more than two billion cups of coffee are consumed each day on Earth – and astronauts are even brewing espresso in space. In this edition, we look at the bizarre, funny and problematic history of coffee – and how to enjoy a more sustainable cup.

More highlights in our edition:

• Oasis’ Noel Gallagher rails against middle-class rock music, Brexit and brother Liam in an entertaining Letter to My Younger Self.
• Bestselling author Rebecca F. Kuang on her hot new novel Yellowface, a satirical takedown of the ills of the publishing industry.
• Actor John Goodman talks church, faith and the new season of TV’s The Righteous Gemstones.
• Deputy editor Sinéad Stubbins learns to love coffee – and finds a community along the way.
• Writer Amanda McLeod goes on a family road trip…with her coffee machine!
• In The Big Picture, photographer Leah Frances takes us on a nostalgic tour of American diners.
• Amid the chaos of moving house, RVG frontwoman Romy Vager talks about the Melbourne band’s latest album.
• Plus, in Tastes Like Home, Asylum Seeker Resource Centre CEO and founder Kon Karapanagiotidis shares his mum’s recipe for Egg and Lemon Soup – comfort in a bowl.