I originally planned the SATURDAYS clue to be a bit more wordy, something like "Hard Times times" still referencing the NYT (or LAT) crossword, hopefully my more concise clue choice was still understandable.
"HOWCAFESDEIFIEDTINKERERS" sounds like the most nonsensical headline ever.
"Think 'Jupiter Amending' and 'DIY-onysus' are theme entries in the latest New York Times crossword? Think again: they're the latest drinks to appear on the menus of Brooklyn coffeeshops, where the 'do it yourself' ethos reigns from on high, as this reporter found out over an afternoon of latte-sipping."