The June Edit: Kiosk Konversations with Martin Boháčik of Eighty Degrees Magazine
Dear hungry and thirsty readers,
we hope this newsletter finds you in high spirits and ready for some exciting updates from Ferment Kiosk! We have some fantastic news to share, including a captivating "Kiosk Konversation", media features, and new magazine arrivals. So let's dive right in!
As you know we are avid supporters of the talented creators behind indie food magazines, and at Ferment Kiosk our mission is to celebrate their exceptional work and provide a platform to showcase their incredible talent and creativity. It is truly inspiring for us to delve into their creative process, discover their inspirations and explore their unique perspectives. We believe you would find it equally fascinating. That's why we startet our new series, "Kiosk Konversations" on Ferment Journal. In this series, we will engage in conversations with the remarkable creators behind the indie food magazines available at Ferment Kiosk. To kick off this series, we are thrilled to feature Martin Boháčik, the founder and editor-in-chief of Eighy Degrees Magazine. Be sure to check out the full interview in our Ferment Journal for an in-depth look into the inspiration behind Eighty Degrees Magazine.
We're thrilled to share that Ferment Kiosk recently received some notable recognition. We were featured on "The Stack", Monocle's weekly show that delves into the world of print, presented by Fernando Augusto Pacheco. We talked about the story of Ferment Kiosk and our carefully curated selection of indie food magazines. Additionally, we had the honor of being highlighted in The Monocle Minute newsletter, spreading the word about our passion for print and our commitment to celebrating the intersection of food, culture and travel.
Then, of course, new magazines arrived at Ferment Kiosk: First up is EATEN Magazine's latest issue "Vegetables", which delves deep into the history of vegetables. Next, we have the new edition of MAGAZINE F, dedicated to the beloved comfort food—Ramen. Prepare to indulge in a mouthwatering exploration of this iconic dish, as MAGAZINE F takes you on a journey through its history, variations around the globe, and the artistry of ramen-making.
Visit Ferment Kiosk this Friday, June 30th, from 2 to 6 pm or upon request to grab your copies of our new magazines.
Thank you for being a part of our vibrant community and supporting indie food magazines!
// FERMENT JOURNAL – KIOSK KONVERSATIONS //
in conversation with Martin Boháčik, founder and editor-in-chief of EIGHTY DEGREES Magazine
EIGHTY DEGREES magazine, founded in 2018 by tea enthusiast Martin Boháčik, is a captivating print publication dedicated to exploring the rich and diverse world of tea culture. With nine issues published to date, EIGHTY DEGREES immerses readers in the stories, interviews, and travel reports curated by tea experts and enthusiasts who are deeply passionate about their craft.
We had the privilege of interviewing Martin Boháčik, the founder and editor-in-chief of EIGHTY DEGREES Magazine, to gain insight into the magazine's purpose and the creative process behind it.
Martin, you’re the founder of tea culture magazine EIGHTY DEGREES. Could you please introduce yourself to our magazine lovers and tell us a bit about how you discovered the world of tea?
My name is Martin Boháčik and I am the founder of Eighty Degrees magazine. I grew up drinking ‘tea’ — or so I believed. In fact, I had only known herbal infusions until I was about 16 when I accidentally came across the ‘real’ tea that comes from Camellia sinensis. It was unlike anything I had tried before. I would stick to Earl Grey and jasmine teas for a long time, until, once again, I had an epiphany when I spoke with a tea specialist in London and realised that there is so much to tea than I had thought. That’s when my interested started and never stopped since.
What inspired you to publish a tea magazine? How did you come up with the idea?
The idea of the magazine was born about five years ago when I was moving between countries and I didn’t want to go back to my career in advertising. I noticed that more and more independent print magazines were being published, covering all kinds of niche topics. But tea was somehow missing. I wanted to create a publication that could serve as a reference for tea lovers but also one that would inspire its readers to try out speciality teas. Many think they know what tea is and everyone has some kind of experience with tea. However, what we often call tea is not tea at all, and even when it is, it most likely isn’t prepared correctly which unfortunately can put people off.
“The best tea is the one I can share with someone else.”
– Martin Boháčik from Eighty Degrees Magazines
// IN THE PRESS //
Ferment Kiosk got featured by Monocle
On Saturday, June 24th, we had the incredible opportunity to be guests on Monocle Radio. Our Daniela Wiebogen had a conversation with Fernando Augusto Pacheco, senior correspondent of Monocle and host of 'The Stack,' Monocle's engaging weekly show that delves into the world of print. We talked about the story of our Kiosk and our carefully curated selection of indie food magazines. Here's the link to the show: https://monocle.com/radio/shows/the-stack/566/
Plus: We got featured on The Monocle Minute newsletter on Tuesday, June 27th:
// HOT OFF THE PRESS //
new arrivals at #fermentkiosk
MAGAZINE F Issue #21 Ramen
EATEN Issue #17 Vegetables
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