This is just the start of the jebena buna, a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony at the heart of what Abol Cafe provides and makes it more than just an everyday corner coffee spot.

Meanwhile, in a separate pot, add the eggs and enough water to cover them by 1 inch. Cover the pot and bring to a boil over medium heat. Boil until the eggs are hard-boiled, 10–15 minutes.

Top: Aida Kochel, sister of Buna Kurs owner Lily Fasil, presides over an Ethiopian coffee ceremony every Sunday at the Jackson Ward spot. “The togetherness is what coffee is for us,” Fasil says.

The traditional steps for an Ethiopian coffee ceremony Step 1: Create the ambiance. Preparing the outdoor area where buna typically occurs is akin to setting a table, but with coffee as the ...

Learn all about Ethiopian Coffee Ceremonies. The traditional practice is important, and includes several steps, including roasting and grinding coffee beans. A Step-by-Step Guide to Performing an ...

In Ethiopia, where it all started, the word for 'coffee' is 'Buna'. The word 'coffee' comes from the name of this place, where coffee has long been a wild crop. Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony - Three ...

A traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony was presented for SF Chefs by Chef Marcus Samuelsson and Fetlework Tefferi of Oakland's Cafe Colucci. ... calling out “Buna Derswal!” (The Coffee is ready). So ...