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ANTHROPOLOGY REPORT:  KAWANOYU, THE COFFEE CEREMONY

Because of its emphasis on such concepts as purity, tranquillity, and
elegant simplicity, the till now obscure Coffee Ceremony is considered
the cultural epitome of the western Plateau region.

The coffee mistress, or kawadona, studies for years in tiny espresso
bars to learn the subtleties of _faema_ and _crema_ in detail.  When she
is ready, when her coffee master has given her Coffee Name, she can then
invite others to join her for coffee in her special coffee retreat hut,
or hovel.

It is important not to address the coffee mistress while the initial
parts of the ceremony are taking place.  You may speak quietly among
yourselves, or if you are present alone, say nothing.  It is appropriate
to bring small offerings of food to the coffee ceremony, particularly
dark chocolate, fresh croissants or biscotti.  Do not be disturbed if
the kawadona throws some of the food out the back door.  She is only
disposing of croissants of insufficient freshness by feeding the birds.

The coffee mistress will have chosen the best and finest beans from
those available within a radius of 1000 paces from her hovel.  She will
perform the kawadiku, or Coffee Dance, with her coffee grinder, until
the beans have attained a suitable degree of demolition.  It is widely
believed that the kawadona also intones a special mantra while so doing,
but the grinder is so noisy that no one can be sure.

Conversation may be continued quietly while the kawadona sets forth the
cups and pours out the first coffee.  This coffee may not be touched
with sugar or milk, and at this point the guests are encouraged to make
pleasant comments about the utensils, the freshness of the brew and the
rich delicacy of its flavor.  After this first coffee is consumed, a
second brew will be made and passed around, cream and sugar will be
presented, and at this point more general conversation may be made.

Most kawadonas appreciate a little choice gossip but it is inadvisable
to pass remarks about the state of the kawadona's hovel or hairdo.
Remember that she has studied for many years to attain this level, and
that she has taken special vows to aid the world by bringing them the
enlightenment of coffee.

At the end of the ceremony, it is usual to bow to the kawadona and wish
her a fabulous day before departing, refreshed, into the sunshine.


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