Magnifico Curiosity
It's National COFFEE DAY! The first thing most of us Italians put in our suitcases when we go abroad is a moka machine, and the first question we ask when we go on vacation is, “is espresso included in the breakfast?”
In Italy, a good cup of espresso coffee is a ritual. We love to drink it at the bar with friends, or during our lunch break, and we always start our days with the aroma of espresso first thing in the morning.
We pretend to be the “absolute authority” on all things coffee. However, we know that it wasn't an Italian invention. Read on to learn of an African legend, from the land where coffee was discovered...
Some studies show that almost 95% of Italians are coffee drinkers: we like to wake up to its aroma, and we need an espresso to start our day. But an espresso is also a good excuse to take a break and to have a conversation with coworkers and friends.
Why do you want to go to Italia? For delicious food, for incredibly beautiful seas and mountains, for stunning history and culture, and extraordinary wines. Yes, these are all good reasons, but you are missing one very important component to Italian culture: coffee!
Is the most famous Italian dessert in the world. The name literally means “pick me up!” For a spoonful of joy, you will need only 6 ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time.