In a recent article, it was announced that Starbucks is opening in Milano in January,in the land of cappuccino,espresso and caffe’ macchiato. WHAT? Isnt’t that really bringing coals to Newcastle? I am on FB a lot, and it was brought to my attention that Italy inspired the creation of Starbucks. On a visit to Italy,…
Coffee Culture
In Italy, coffee is almost a religious experience. Each person has their favorite coffee, grind and how to make it at home and where to get it when they go out. At home, most people make simple coffee using a MOKA or stovetop style coffee pot. You get your espresso out at a bar, where…
Shake, Shake, Shake
Summer is the time when coffee lover’s go wild. Caffe’ Shakerato, the Italian way with iced coffee. Simply break out your cocktail shaker, fill with ice and pour a nice shot of expresso on top, maybe two. Sweeten with simple syrup. Shake until the ice melts. This creates the lovely foam you see here. Once…
Certaldo- JAM
I often take the train from Certaldo down to Florence to do my market tours. Recently I noticed that the local pastry shop had their windows covered up. They often redo the interior- so was thinking that they were closed for renovation. BUT NO! We have a new Pastry shop and Chocolatier in town!! I…