Why does coffee have to be plain when it can taste like dessert? That’s exactly what I thought when I first heard about egg coffee. You see, in Portugal, we have this little pastry called pastel de nata. It’s rich, creamy, and full of that warm custard flavor. I consider it one of my favorites,…
Have you ever wondered what makes Vietnamese iced coffee so unique and unforgettable? I’ll never forget the first time I entered a cozy little Vietnamese coffee shop. The warm aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air. But what really caught my attention was this small, shiny contraption sitting on top of a glass. It…
Have you ever felt like traveling to another country just to try a coffee? That’s exactly how I felt when I stumbled upon a reel of someone making Café au Lait. The smooth pour of hot milk over strong coffee and the steam swirling up. It felt great and, well, very French. Now, I haven’t…
Ever felt like your coffee habits needed a little upgrade? That’s exactly where I found myself when my obsession with cappuccinos started to wane. I love that coffee, but I realized I wanted something simpler, bolder, and a little closer to the heart of Italian coffee culture. So that’s where doppio came in. The humble…
When I first visited Valencia, the Spanish Latte was my introduction to the city’s coffee culture. I still remember the first sip: creamy, sweet, and sweet. It was like dessert in a cup. I loved it instantly, but it left me curious. The next morning, I decided to try Café con Leche, the simpler, more…
Have you ever ordered something at a café, expecting one thing, only to be completely surprised? That was me in Valencia. I asked for a Spanish latte, thinking it would be the same creamy and comforting cup I’d had back home. Instead, I was handed something richer, sweeter, and more over-the-top. The barista added condensed…
Have you ever wondered what happens when coffee meets citrus? Before I discovered the zesty delight of an Espresso Romano, I was all about Mazagran. That refreshing mix of espresso, lemon, and soda water was my favorite for hot summer afternoons. But one day, a friend served me an Espresso Romano, and everything changed. It…
I love coffee. I mean, it’s basically my lifeblood in the mornings. But baking? That’s a whole other story. As much as I respect the art of pastry-making, I’ve never had the patience for it. So, when a few friends dropped by unexpectedly one weekend, I knew I needed to whip up something impressive and…
Have you ever thought about putting lemon in your coffee? I know, it sounds a bit wild at first. That was my reaction too. One hot summer day, I was experimenting with ways to make my coffee more refreshing. I didn’t have much on hand, but I spotted a lemon in the fridge and thought,…
Ever wondered if there’s a better way to enjoy your espresso? I used to think an Americano was the ultimate diluted coffee option. Until one of my coffee-obsessed friends introduced me to the Long Black. He wouldn’t stop talking about it, claiming it was richer, smoother, and just flat-out better. Honestly, I couldn’t understand the…