Coffee School in Florence
Posted by Doug in Food, Travel at 1:02 pm In the heart of the Mediterranean, with hot and humid Summers, and chilly Winters, Florence has no trouble living up to its legend as one of the most splendid cities on earth. Its glorious history as a major center for world art continues to the present day, and there’s a sense of beauty and harmony just about everywhere you look. It’s a fantastic place to take a vacation, to get away from the usual daily grind and get lost in a new, lively place. History buffs as well as committed modernists will find themselves at home here, and it won’t take long before you understand why it’s attracted so many great minds through the ages.
For contemporary conveniences, it’s still at the cutting edges of culture. There is always something new from the local artists, and there is a substantial variety of food. Eating in Italy is a pleasure that the locals take great pride in, and you’ll see why it’s one of the world’s great food capitals. There are also, of course, great hotels. Florence, Italy has been an extremely hospitable place for generations upon generations, and the art of accommodation is highly developed here. You’ll know right away that you’re in a warm and welcome place when you order your first espresso here. For those who share the Italians’ obsession with coffee, the Espresso Academy is a great way to get to know the culture through its love of the bean.
They offer a number of excellent and delightful courses that are fairly affordable, and only take a day. It’s absolutely worth it, because you get to know about the different kinds of beans, and the history of coffee, which is absolutely fascinating. Their milk art course can teach you how to make those lovely flourishes, like leaves and hearts, to top your favorite espresso drinks. Sponsored by one of the best coffee companies here, Mokaflor, this is a great opportunity to get to know fun and also practical secrets of Italian coffee as its practiced here. And you’ll get to take home some skills that will very likely please your friends.
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