In Part 1, we covered the theory behind latte art and how to set yourself up for success. You don’t need fancy equipment – but you do need the right foundations. Whole milk will make things easier to start with, but with the right technique (and a bit of patience), you can get there with any choice of “the white stuff”.
Category: Coffee knowledge
The magic of Latte Art – and the science behind it
I don’t own a fancy setup, not even a bean-to-cup machine. My tool of choice is an old pod-powered Nespresso Maestria. And yet, that’s more than enough to create show-stopping results (even if the show is just your own kitchen).
In this two-part series, I’ll show you how.
Flat White
I was at the airport, readying to board my first ever flight to Australia. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I noticed Google’s doodle for that day: a coffee cup with an artistic milk pattern on top – the Flat White!
It was meant to be…
Tanzanian Coffee
“If you have been following me for a while, you may recall I had mentioned not being a fan of African coffees because of their inherent taste profile: fruity and floral, making them more acidic… You can imagine my surprise then, when I took the first sip – and loved it!”
Turkish coffee (and other delights)
The very first public place serving coffee in the world is reported to be in Istanbul, by the name Kiva Han, translating loosely into “coffee house” in Turkish. To this day, the dark brew remains an essential element of Turkish culture and lifestyle.
The Real Arabica
In the Middle East coffee has a greater meaning than to serve as a stimulant for work or an accompaniment for a desert; it is an integral part of the Arabic culture, and a means of showing hospitality and courtesy.
A Black Spot 