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Join us for Coffee in Lalibela

Coffee drinker out there know the truth — Ethiopian coffee is the real deal.

Earlier this week we introduced Ethiopia’s endearing (and extensive) coffee ceremony. The “Buna” ceremony can last a couple hours or more, and is consciously slow, leaving ample time for socializing. This video shows us how it’s done in Lalibela, a city in the north of Ethiopia that’s known for its ancient rock churches. Go there for the churches? No. Go there for the coffee.

The Ethioipian Buna Ceremony — Coffee, Community, and More Coffee

The Ethiopian coffee ceremony will wake us up!


The Ethiopian coffee (“Buna”) ceremony is a super-caffeinated community-building tradition. The ritual, which may last over two hours, consists of several slow cycles of brewing and drinking strong coffee, giving neighbors  the opportunity to enjoy each other’s company. In this busy world how often do you take the time to drink over a dozen cups of coffee with your neighbors?