Tag Archives: Espresso

A Brief History about Espresso and Coffee Drinks

“Brewing espresso, unlike other methods of brewing coffee, IS rocket science!” – Knox and Huffaker, Coffee Basics: A Quick and Easy Guide. We hate admitting it, but most of us are spoiled when it comes to espresso. We just walk … Continue reading

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When In Rome–Enjoy Their Festivals

Modern day festivals in Rome are a series of outdoor events known as Roman Summer.  The tradition of celebrations dates back to the time when Rome dominated the world. Early Roman Celebrations In the early Roman culture, the people loved … Continue reading

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Espresso is not Coffee, but it is the Italian’s Coffee

Coffee did not originate in Italy, nor did espresso which is simply coffee beans roasted for longer periods of time.   Espresso is a very very dark roast.  It is not known when coffee beans were officially discovered, however it was … Continue reading

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What is Espresso?

Espresso is a coffee bean which has been roasted for a predetermined length of time.  The longer a bean is roasted the darker and more bitter it becomes.   Espresso is a very dark roast.  It can include a variety of … Continue reading

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Yes, Italians Use Stovetop Espresso Makers

Espresso makers come in all shapes and sizes. But it wasn’t until a trip to Italy where I was introduced to the stovetop espresso maker. My view of espresso was forever changed. Continue reading

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