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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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Spain’s charming cafés hold secrets
Drink in colorful history along with your coffee Old cafés have a relaxing atmosphere with a touch of magic. They are places to sit down and have a steaming coffee, look out the window, plan everything you have left to see in the city, dwell in your memories... Many of these cafés also have an amazing past of literary meetings, conversations among artists and politicians, napkins where a masterpiece may have started, and more. Several century-old cafés in Spain with thousands of stories to tell …
Enjoy German cuisine
Bread, wine, beer, and beloved traditional recipes Whether you want to go wine tasting, tour one of Germany`s many breweries, or go out for a traditional meal or fine dining, culinary highlights in every region make Germany the perfect destination for food lovers. Dive into Germany’s authentic cuisine and experience a variety of dishes and drinks. German Recipes Germany’s great diversity as a travel destination is matched by its recipes and the local ingredients you can try during …
Ireland’s coffee culture
Discover the best of Ireland’s brews With independent coffee shops and delicious blends across the island, you can enjoy a unique cup of coffee wherever you go. Bewley's Grafton Street is one of Dublin's most iconic and celebrated landmarks, where warm, opulent décor draws you in, and the coffee and pastries are in a league of their own. This Irish-owned family business, founded in Dublin in 1840, was a favorite of James Joyce, Maud Gonne, and Samuel Beckett. No visit to Dublin is complete …