Full & Creamy

FULL & CREAMY

Origin: Brazil
Region: Campo das Vertentes
Producer: Fazenda Sao Paulo
Altitude: 1125 meters above sea level
Variety: Arara
Process: Natural
Roast level: Light roast
SCA Score: 84.00 points

Synonymous with innovation and growth, Fazenda Sao Paulo has played a vital role in shaping the coffee industry in the Campo das Vertentes region, Minas Gerais. Established in the early 1980s as an agribusiness investment, the farm has grown into a beacon of development, providing work for hundreds of families and fostering progress in the local community. Coffee farming began modestly on the farm, but with dedication and passion, it has expanded to cover 800 hectares, becoming one of the group’s most prominent activities. At Fazenda Sao Paulo, sustainability didn’t start with a strategy or certification. It started with a belief that it’s possible to run a large, productive farm while still respecting the land, the animals, and the people who make it all happen.

For this lot, the cherries are harvested mostly by machines, which are adjusted to pick as many of the ripe cherries as possible. After harvest, they are immediately forwarded to paved drying patios, skipping the wet mill. Because there is no contact with water, this method helps prevent the development of unwanted ''fermented'' flavors. In the patios, the beans are spread out in extremely thin layers, almost “bean by bean”, without overlapping. This increases the exposure to the sunlight and therefore speeds up the drying process. Once the beans reach the final stage of drying, they are moved to mechanical rotating dryers that replicate patio conditions in a fully controlled environment. Temperatures are electronically preset at around 35-40°C, allowing for a consistent drying curve and therefore bringing more uniformity to the lot in terms of moisture content.

Kristi Kongi (1985). “I think all the world has turned into what I’m seeing” (O’Keeffe).
Kristi Kongi’s artistic practice is characterised by processuality and affectivity, which manifest in a state of constant movement and in the shifting or dissolution of boundaries. 
These landscapes from the work, seemingly ablaze, speak to the aesthetics of the Anthropocene, where collective perceptions of both ecological unease and an uncertain sociopolitical situation have become, through the artist’s perceptual world, a reflection of the contemporary world. Kongi’s colour-rich environments are tangible and clearly defined, yet at the same time abstract and indescribable. Chromatic Drift offers an opportunity to lose oneself in a state of full presence.

Riga - City Collection - Filter Coffee Beans Breakfast Club

Riga - the capital of Latvia and the largest city in the Baltics. Since its founding in 1201, it has been constantly developing and changing over time. The city is located where the Daugava River meets the sea. It is known for its Art Nouveau architecture, vibrant cultural and artistic presence, as well as its historic center, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Filips Smits' solo exhibition “LET’S GET SUN-KISSED”

From May 14, the exhibition hall of the creative factory “Veldze” will host the opening of photographer Filips Smits’ solo exhibition “LET’S GET SUN-KISSED”. The exhibition brings together and publicly presents, for the first time, sixteen analogue photographs and staged situations created over the past five years, including the documentation of the happening nominated for the Annual Art Award of Latvia.

Filips Smits’ practice is rooted in analogue photography and conceptual interventions in the urban environment, transforming public space into a platform for exploring the interaction between the city and its inhabitants. Drawing inspiration from the avant-garde Situationist International movement of the 1950s and the concept of the dérive (unplanned walks), the artist treats the city as a living organism where everyday rituals take on new, liberated forms.

The surreal atmosphere of the works serves as an antidote to persistent political conflicts and the rush of modern life, emphasizing a longing for mental well-being. These staged outdoor rituals and the capturing of sunlight are not an escape from reality, but a utopian invitation to build respectful relationships across different generations and viewpoints. The exhibition presents itself as a witty, temporary solution to the Situationist philosopher Ivan Chtcheglov’s famous claim that there is no longer any Temple of the Sun in the city.

Artwork: Filips Smits. Happening and photography series “LET’S GET SUN-KISSED” (2021–2026), nominee for the Annual Art Award of Latvia, winner of the Adwards XVIII Silver degree in the "Craft" category.

Tallinn - City Collection - Candy Shop

Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, located on the coast of the Baltic Sea is known for its well-preserved medieval Old Town (UNESCO). The city's iconic skyline is dotted with church spires and red-roofed towers. Next to this, combining century-old industrial history with modern urban culture, former factory and port areas have become inspiring residential quarters, creative and community centres.

Vilnius - City Collection - Filter Coffee Beans Breakfast Club

Vilnius - is the capital of Lithuania, where rich history blends seamlessly with the rhythm of modern city life. First mentioned in 1323, the city has, over the centuries, become an important political, cultural, and spiritual center of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania.
Its Old Town is one of the largest and best-preserved baroque old towns in Europe. Narrow cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and charming courtyards create a truly unique character of the city.