In which European country have you experienced the best tasting coffee?
Oct 18th, 2003, 02:23 AM
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For the coffee experts here: Who does the best cafe creme in Paris (not espresso, too strong for me)? I have a free day there tomorrow before a business meeting Monday-Tuesday. My personal favorite, Scossa on the Place Victor Hugo, has closed...suggestions welcome! (Must be open Sunday)
Oct 19th, 2003, 08:55 AM
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I'm currently living in Europe. I lived in Italy for 6 years and now reside in Germany. Of all the countries I've visited, Italy has the best coffee. In fact, before we moved to Germany my husband bought a cappucio machine (Gaggia) and have been using it ever since! Starbucks - blah! Once you've had an Italian espresso, cappucino, etc. you'll never go back.
KayF-I heard the secret to a good coffee Italian style is the brand of coffee being used. Also, the water and the way the coffee maker grinds the beans is a big factor as well. Having lived in Italy, we've (or rather my husband) perfected it!
KayF-I heard the secret to a good coffee Italian style is the brand of coffee being used. Also, the water and the way the coffee maker grinds the beans is a big factor as well. Having lived in Italy, we've (or rather my husband) perfected it!
Oct 19th, 2003, 10:39 AM
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having only been to italy and spain my vote is with spain. the cappuccio from our "jolly" bar centrale in our tiny hill town in siena province were tasty. however the coffee in spain has changed the way i drink coffee at home (seattle)and on my second visit to sevilla it was actually as good as i remembered. a tiny glass with one shot espresso, a shot of milk and one packet of suger. to die for!
Oct 19th, 2003, 02:39 PM
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I was so surprised! We spent two months traveling all over Europe and Spain wins hands down. The coffee in Spain is just the right balance. A good strong shot of esperesso and a dash of hot creamy milk.
And the perfect size. Its served in a small juice glass. Not to big, not to small.
I was so surprised! We spent two months traveling all over Europe and Spain wins hands down. The coffee in Spain is just the right balance. A good strong shot of esperesso and a dash of hot creamy milk.
And the perfect size. Its served in a small juice glass. Not to big, not to small.
Oct 19th, 2003, 04:06 PM
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I prefer the coffee in Paris to that I've had in Italy. However, I don't like espresso and only drink cappuccino's/cafe au lait's and I think the french do that better than the italians. Better balance of milk to coffee.
I also enjoy the piece of dark chocolate that the french always give you with your coffee.
I also enjoy the piece of dark chocolate that the french always give you with your coffee.
Oct 19th, 2003, 10:05 PM
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HI everyone, I have to comment on coffee in Italy.
I think the coffee is an experience in Italy and not just in the cup. There is a whole system to the brewing that goes from letting the faucet water run cold for a while, then filling the pot and patting in the coffee just right, not too hard packed or too loose.
Then you put it over a small flame until it boils, turn it off and let it do the rest.
While it is doing its thing, you get your brioche and your newspaper, tie your belt on your robe, get your chair just right, get your sugar on the table, kiss your loved one good morning (or think about it), then when it is brewed pour out a small cups worth, add two spoonsful of sugar (white, not raw or brown).
Adjust your chair to be in the sun and sit down for a slow breakfast and listen to the church bells ringing over the town.
I think the coffee is an experience in Italy and not just in the cup. There is a whole system to the brewing that goes from letting the faucet water run cold for a while, then filling the pot and patting in the coffee just right, not too hard packed or too loose.
Then you put it over a small flame until it boils, turn it off and let it do the rest.
While it is doing its thing, you get your brioche and your newspaper, tie your belt on your robe, get your chair just right, get your sugar on the table, kiss your loved one good morning (or think about it), then when it is brewed pour out a small cups worth, add two spoonsful of sugar (white, not raw or brown).
Adjust your chair to be in the sun and sit down for a slow breakfast and listen to the church bells ringing over the town.
