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Switzerland’s coffee culture
Come drink coffee like the Swiss Coffee culture in Switzerland has a long history. Since the 17th century, coffee houses have been meeting places in Neuchâtel and Geneva, among other cities. Since the country is a blend of European cultures – German, French, and Italian – to this day, the coffee scene is quite diverse. The Swiss are among the biggest consumers of coffee on the planet; almost three-quarters of the world’s coffee trade happens in Switzerland. A little-known fact about how …
Croatia and its great coffee
Locals love it and you will, too Coffee, that dark beverage with an intense taste and aroma that enchants the senses, is popular worldwide. In Croatia , people love it as one of the most cherished rituals and social customs. They are 19 th on the list of the world’s biggest coffee drinkers, according to one study: Croats consume up to 6 kilos of coffee per person per year. Besides drinking coffee , people appreciate the design and decoration of the place where they drink it, and café bars have …
Coffee in Europe whispers stories
Come, follow the Historic Cafés Route It's time to introduce you to Historic Cafes Route since the Council of Europe has recently certified this thematic Cultural Route. Characterizing cafes as simply "historic" doesn’t do them justice! Cafés have shaped the profile of Europe as places of dialogue, equality, literature, culture, arts and much more. Our coffee houses are unique, vibrant in our own century, yet whispering stories from the past. You’ll find Historic Cafés in most European …
Alchemists of flavor in Belgium
Taste Flanders’ gift to the world Drinking coffee without a tasty treat alongside is unthinkable. You’ve come to the right place in Flanders ! This is the birthplace of pralines, just what you’re looking for to go with that lovely coffee. “A spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down.” Mary Poppins sang it with a smile but learned this wisdom in Brussels. That is where, somewhere near the end of the 19 th century, pharmacist Jean Neuhaus was looking for a way to disguise his medicines’ bitter …
Across Poland with coffee
Try captivating Polish cafés “...and she knows secret ways of preparing the drink, which is black as coal, transparent as amber, fragrant as mocha, and thick as honey” This quote from Pan Tadeusz, an epic poem written by one of the most outstanding poets of Polish Romanticism, Adam Mickiewicz, can be an excellent incentive to explore vibrant Polish cities, romantic towns, and other unique places that you can admire while enjoying...coffee. There are plenty of places like this, so let our ideas …
A cup of coffee in Slovenia
Try top spots and experiences for coffee lovers Slovenians love coffee and consider drinking coffee a ritual. They drink it at home, at work, in bars and coffee shops, and even while on the go. If you start to analyze how our coffee culture has evolved over time in Slovenia , you will quickly notice how, especially during the last decade, there has been a real coffee-drinking revolution. Numerous boutique coffee roasters have started appearing, offering fair trade coffee, direct trade coffee, …
The best brew in Estonia
Use local experts’ tips for Tallinn’s coffee scene During the Soviet occupation, chicory was the most common hot drink available in Estonia . Not anymore. The coffee scene has blossomed in the past few years. Now Tallinn is home to dozens of cozy, Scandi-chic cafes dedicated to the art and science of brewing coffee. The annual Tallinn Coffee Festival brings together thousands of coffee aficionados during the first weekend in September. Baristas compete in latte art and cupping competitions, and …
Czech tips for coffee lovers
Drink great coffee in unique atmospheres The Czech Republic isn´t known just for its pubs and beers – there is also a café phenomenon, which forms an indelible part of the Czech cities’ personality. You can find both modern and traditional cafés almost everywhere, but do you know where the gourmets and foodies go? Or would you like to discover legendary businesses the tradition of Czech coffee culture emerged from? We will show you tips for unique and extraordinary places that you must see …
Coffee pleasure, the Greek way
Nourish your body, mind, and soul Coffee drinking is a daily pleasure, a habit that most people love to practice every day. “Let’s go out for a coffee” is what Greeks say to friends, relatives, or colleagues after work. Hot or iced coffee? It depends on the season and your preference. The traditional Greek coffee is prepared in a briki (small pot) and served hot in a thick-walled cup next to a glass of cold water. The Greek coffee brewed in a pot placed on chovoli (charcoal ash covered by sand …
Coffee wanderings in Slovakia
Let the aroma guide you to new experiences Aroma. Taste. Experience. That is how you recognize a sip of great coffee. We will show you where to enjoy one of the ten best espressos in Europe, take you on a tour to an ancient city that has fallen in love with modern coffee culture, and explore the museum with the world's largest mosaic of coffee beans. Slovakia, in the heart of Europe, welcomes all caffeine fans! Passionately roasted, worldwide awarded Ready to savor a carefully crafted …