Caffè is the italian word for coffee, but it is also what they use to order an espresso, the most common type and your first step to becoming less of a “straniero” (foreigner). When you go to the cashier, you say “un caffè”, and not “un espresso”. How do you ask for coffee in Italy? … Read more
italian coffees use mainly the arabica variety of coffee bean , known for its full flavor and low caffeine content. However depending upon the region and particular tastes, the stronger and caffeine rich Robusta beans are blended with Arabica. What coffee beans are used in Italian coffee? Along with Illy, Lavazza is the other leading … Read more
Cappuccino is probably Italy’s most famous coffee. After all, while there’s no such thing as a grande anything when it comes to types of Italian coffee, a cappuccino is a cappuccino the world over. It’s basically ⅓ espresso, ⅓ steamed milk and ⅓ foam. What is the most common coffee in Italy? Cappuccino The cappuccino … Read more