The coffee scene in Milan is extremely dynamic and constantly evolving. Italians are increasingly demanding, aware and attentive to the quality of coffee that they drink outside of their home. In the last few years several new places have arisen, in which coffee is offered in different ways, no longer just as an espresso.
Our favorite bar is Orsonero Coffee. You breathe that friendly, relaxed and informal atmosphere typical of the specialty coffee shops of the big European capitals. Everything is curated and the selection of coffee is truly unique and varied. Every time we visit there is a new specialty coffee to try and Brent, the owner, always gives the best advice.
The coffee we prepare on the weekend is undoubtedly a French Press. We tried it for the first time years ago, during a very good brunch in Tel Aviv. It is surprising how many emotions and memories are enclosed in a good cup of coffee.
We will never forget our first cup of specialty coffee. We were in Turin for work and a friend suggested for us to try a Chemex from Orso Laboratorio Caffè, a very special place. At the time we did not know much about alternative extraction methods. It was love at first sip.
Our favorite coffee-based recipe is crunchy dumplings with broccoli cream, gratin bread powder and coffee emulsion prepared by chef Andrea Berton.
If we were told by friends:"Tomorrow we are coming to yours for dinner and we are bringing Sam Smith" (of whom we are great fans), we would certainly serve our version of the Espresso Tonic: cool and original like him!
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