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A café cortado is a traditional Spanish espresso beverage consisting of a single shot of espresso cut with a small amount of warm, steamed milk. The typical ratio is roughly half espresso and half milk, served in a small glass or cup. Unlike a latte or cappuccino, the milk is not heavily textured in...
The Café Cubano Cortadito is a small espresso drink rooted in Cuban tradition. It blends strong cafecito – sweetened espresso – with warmed, steamed milk. The addition of condensed milk creates a uniquely sweet and rich flavor profile. This beverage is popular among those seeking a comforting and au...
The Pushcart Prize Anthology is an annual American collection devoted to writing first published by small presses and independent literary magazines. Issued since 1976 by Pushcart Press, it reprints selected short fiction, poetry, essays, and other literary work nominated by participating editors an...
The Panasonic NB-G170P Flash Xpress Toaster Oven is a compact microwave-oven hybrid designed for small spaces and quick meals. Utilizing convection technology and an air frying function, it provides versatile cooking options like toasting, baking, and crisping food with reduced oil usage. This appli...
Café serré is a French coffee drink whose name translates to 'tight coffee,' referring to a highly concentrated espresso shot. It is prepared similarly to an Italian ristretto, using the standard amount of coffee grounds but extracting it with significantly less water. This brewing method results in...
Crypt of Cthulhu was a small-press zine focused on Lovecraftian horror and weird fiction. Edited by Robert M. Price from 1982 to 1999, it provided scholarly analysis and reprints of classic works within the genre. The publication catered primarily to enthusiasts interested in H.P. Lovecraft’s influe...
A Kleiner Brauner is a traditional Viennese coffee consisting of a small serving of black coffee, commonly prepared in the local Mokka style, accompanied by a small amount of milk or cream. The customer adds the dairy to obtain the desired shade and strength. Its name means "small brown one" in Germ...
Espressino is a traditional Italian espresso-based beverage that originated in the Apulia region of southern Italy. The drink is prepared by layering cocoa powder at the bottom of a small glass or demitasse, followed by a shot of espresso, steamed milk, and a top layer of milk foam. Often compared t...
Kleiner Schwarzer, meaning "small black" in German, is the traditional Austrian name for a single shot of espresso. It is a staple of Viennese coffee house culture, typically served without milk or sugar in a small cup. The drink is equivalent to what is widely known in Italy as a caffè espresso. It...
Space and Time is an American magazine dedicated to science fiction, fantasy, and horror, originally founded by Gordon Linzner in 1966. Operating primarily within the small press publishing sphere, the periodical features a mix of short fiction, poetry, and reviews. Recognized as one of the longest...
"Weirdbook" is an American small-press magazine dedicated to fantasy, horror, and weird fiction, founded and edited by W. Paul Ganley in 1968. Operating in the tradition of classic pulp magazines, it primarily published short stories and poetry from both new and established genre authors. After a lo...
Carajillo is a traditional Spanish coffee beverage made by combining espresso or strong coffee with a shot of brandy, rum, or anise liqueur. In Spain, the drink is often prepared by first flaming the alcohol with sugar, lemon peel, and coffee beans before adding the coffee. It is typically served in...
The macchiatone is an Italian espresso drink that serves as a hybrid between a traditional macchiato and a cappuccino, featuring equal espresso and foam.
Café pingado is a traditional coffee beverage popular in Portugal and Brazil, consisting of a shot of espresso served with a small splash of hot milk. The name translates from Portuguese as "dripped" or "splashed," referring specifically to the minimal amount of milk added to the espresso to soften...
Caffè corretto is an Italian coffee drink made by adding a small measure of distilled spirit or liqueur to a shot of espresso. Grappa, sambuca, and brandy are common choices, although the spirit varies by region and personal preference. Its name means "corrected coffee," referring to the addition of...
Cimbalino is a colloquial Portuguese term for an espresso, particularly associated with the city of Porto. The word derives from La Cimbali, a brand of Italian espresso machines that were widely used in Portuguese cafés. In Portugal, ordering a cimbalino typically produces a small, strong espresso-s...
US small-press weird fiction magazine founded by Crispin Burnham in 1975, specializing in Lovecraftian horror and dark fantasy in the pulp tradition.
Theridion impressum is a small European cobweb spider found on low vegetation, known for maternal care in which females guard their egg sac and spiderlings.
