Seattle, WA  ·  Est. 2024

Lulu
Coffee

An authentic Ethiopian coffee ceremony, brought to your door.

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The Tradition

The Habesha
Coffee Ceremony

"Buna Tetu — Come drink coffee."

In Ethiopia and Eritrea, coffee is not simply a drink. It is a daily act of gathering — of slowing time, welcoming strangers, and honoring one another with presence.

The Habesha coffee ceremony is among the most intimate traditions in the world. It asks everyone at the table to simply be together, for as long as the Jebena pours.

  1. Roasting the Beans Fresh Ethiopian coffee beans are roasted over an open flame, releasing an intoxicating aroma that marks the beginning of the ceremony.
  2. Grinding & Brewing The beans are ground and brewed in a traditional Jebena — a clay pot used in Ethiopian homes for centuries.
  3. The Frankincense High-quality frankincense fills the air, creating an atmosphere of warmth and ancient ritual.
  4. Three Rounds of Coffee Coffee is served in three rounds — Abol, Tona, and Baraka — each with its own character. The ceremony is never rushed.
The Jebena

"In my culture, coffee is the first language of hospitality."

— Lulu, Founder
What's Included

Mobile Coffee
Service

  • Location of Your Choice
    Home, office, or event venue
    Included
  • Fresh Ethiopian Beans
    Roasted on-site at your gathering
    Included
  • Cream & Sugar Options
    Multiple varieties available
    Included
  • Traditional Snacks
    Available to add on to your ceremony
    Paid Add-On
  • Premium Frankincense
    Ceremonial atmosphere, if desired
    Optional
A cup of Lulu Coffee

Served in hand-painted traditional cups

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Book a Ceremony

Essential
One Round
90 Minutes
$250
Reserve
Signature
Three Rounds
120 Minutes
$400
Reserve
Events
Weddings & Parties
5 Hours
$750
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Traditional snacks

"Every cup tells a story.
Every gathering becomes a memory."

A Note from Lulu
"It isn't just an invitation for a beverage — it's an invitation for connection, for peace, and for sharing life."
— Lulu, Founder

I started Lulu Coffee in 2024 because I wanted to bring the soul of the Habesha ceremony to my community here in Seattle. When I carry the Jebena to your home, I am sharing a piece of my heritage and the ancient art of hospitality. I invite you to slow down, breathe in the aroma, and share a cup with us.

Lulu Coffee — Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony, Seattle WA
The Language of Coffee

Words to Know

The Habesha coffee ceremony carries a language all its own. Here are the words you'll hear — and what they mean.

Habesha
hah · BEH · shah
The people, culture, and traditions of Ethiopia and Eritrea. A word of deep identity and pride.
Buna
BOO · nah
The Amharic word for coffee — and so much more. Buna is the centerpiece of daily life, community, and welcome.
Buna Tetu
BOO · nah TEH · too
"Come, drink coffee." An open invitation — the simplest and most generous thing you can say to a guest.
Jebena
jeh · BEH · nah
The round-bottomed clay pot used to brew and pour buna. Handcrafted and passed down through generations.
Abol
ah · BOHL
The first and boldest pour. Strong, aromatic, and full of intention — it sets the tone for everything that follows.
Tona
TOH · nah
The second pour. Gentler than the first, it deepens the conversation and slows the room to a pleasant stillness.
Baraka
bah · RAH · kah
The third and final pour — meaning "blessing." To receive Baraka is to be sent off with goodwill and gratitude.