Frequently Asked Questions
Why are you doing this?
For the hell of it. The correct question should be ‘why shouldn’t I do something like this?’
How long is it going to last?
The objectives are to document 365 frappé and add any observations, ideas and inspirations along the way. As well as enjoying the ride.
Nescafé Frappé or Jacobs?
Well, Nescafé is the original. However my palate dictates that Jacob’s is for me.
What is your favourite mixer?
The Dynamix is the best hand drinks mixer. Although sometimes I like going back-to-basics with a hand shaker.
What’s better, condensed or natural milk?
Condensed. Pours better and you can use less. There’s a level of authenticity about it. You can also paint pretty patterns.
Kind of sugar?
Demerera. Refined white if I’m stuck on a pacific island and have discovered WWII rations.
Hey! I see the same straws in some photos! What’s the big idea?!
I re-use them. Then they get sent off for recycling.
Do you realise the HARM caffeine does?
Yep, so are troublesome relationships, backstabbing friends, dead-end careers and flagging economies. Which can all be contemplated or discussed over a frappé.
Why are you so mad at coffee chains?
The world doesn’t need another ‘Orange-moccha-frapuccino’. It’s pretentious, as stupid as wearing a corset to an interview. The price alone of one over-sized latte keeps you in Frappé for an entire month (if it’s DIY). The sub culture created around some of the ‘coffee shops’ makes me wince. Need I go on?
Can I contribute?
FrappeADay is a personal journey. However it’s always nice to share things with people (especially the work). Potential guest contributors can accept the Challenge:-
- For one week
- Photograph a frappé everyday
- Post it to this site
- Using the editorial guidelines
email if you’re interested. No prizes, but at the end of it you get a warm fuzzy feeling that you’ve actually done something worthwhile.
