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Coffee is a serious matter… Yet, it’s still a victim of many myths and misconceptions that we aim to dispel here. Here’s a small guide dedicated to the black beverage... 1. Coffee is only bitterLet’s get this straight right away—it’s not true. Coffee is a drink that includes bitterness in its flavour profile, but it’s not exclusive to it. Most coff...

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In 2025, the Italian coffee giant Lavazza will celebrate 130 years of history. Antonio Baravalle, Chief Executive Officer at Lavazza Group, says: “The challenges of today’s global coffee market require us to swiftly adapt to its continuous evolution to succeed. 2024 has been, given the adversities we have had to deal with, the year I am most proud...

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In a city renowned for its Italian culinary heritage, Providence’s Federal Hill harbors a secret: a thriving coffee culture that rivals its pasta prowess. While tourists flock to the neighborhood’s famed trattorias, savvy locals and adventurous visitors are discovering a hidden world of artisanal brews and cozy cafes. These underrated coffee houses...

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The invention of the modern coffee machine is credited to Angelo Moriondo, an Italian entrepreneur from Turin, who patented the first steam-powered device for brewing coffee in 1884. This revolutionary machine laid the foundation for the espresso machines we know today. Angelo Moriondo came from a family of innovators and entrepreneurs. His grandfa...

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I thought I knew everything there was to know about Italian coffee. I’m a three-cup-a-day man, and my standby is a single shot with a bit of foamed milk: a classic macchiato. When in Rome, I frequent Caffè Sant’Eustachio, where the baristas make a gossamer crema, masking their technique behind a hulking Cimbali machine. In Naples, I make sure to as...

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There's no denying that Italians and North Americans share a mutual love for coffee. But that's pretty much where the similarity ends. Every time I fly home from Italy, I overhear people complaining about the coffee they drank while there. And while it used to shock me, I've come to realize the root cause of this is the disparity in our menu termin...

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Walking into any of the 38 Matto Espresso locations in NYC feels like stepping into a vibrant corner of Italy, filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and just-baked pastries. Founded by Mosche and Jennifer Maman and Shlomi Levi, Matto was inspired by their extensive experience in the restaurant industry and frequent travels across Europe, p...

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Cappuccino, a coffee drink made with espresso and steamed and frothed milk, is celebrated today with National Cappuccino Day. About one-third of cappuccino is espresso, with the other two-thirds being milk. Cappuccino is usually served in a steam-heated porcelain cup and is sometimes sprinkled with cinnamon or cocoa powder. Coffee shops, both local...

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When we think of Italy's gifts to the world, we often picture steaming plates of pasta or perfectly crispy pizzas. But perhaps Italy's most vital contribution to our daily lives is the humble espresso -- it's often the only thing that keeps many of us awake and aware early in the morning. Yet for many people, it's not just a fast caffeine boost, bu...

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If the brand is the tool through which customer loyalty occurs, Ekaf Industria nazionale del Caffè, among the founding members of the Associazione Marchi Storici d'Italia, has behind it a history of excellence that has made the brand a synonym for all-Italian quality. Indeed, the “Columbia” roasting company, opened in Livorno (Tuscany) in 1946, imm...

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