My love for coffee

Are you crazy about coffee like I am? Do you spend a lot of time in your kitchen, firing up your coffee makers?  If the answer is yes, you, like me, surely own a number of items that speak to your love of all things java -  coffee pots, mugs, dish towels and ...the list is endless! 

  

Having coffee in my terrace

Espresso cups from the late 50's

    

I simply love the aroma of fresh brewed coffee, the taste but especially the smell of fresh whole beans. 

Moka espresso coffee pots in various sizes

Espresso coffee cups

Being Italian, I love espresso coffee with steamed milk in the morning.  My ritual in the morning goes something like this:  I brew espresso coffee in my Moka pot.

Moka espresso pot

While the coffee is brewing, I heat milk over low flame and remove it before it starts boiling. I blend the two together and run to my computer and read through some morning e-mails.

My morning coffee with home-made cookies

I also like to treat myself with a cup of coffee in the afternoon. 

...and of course, my drink of choice after dinner is a cup of espresso (no sugar) with a wafer, cookie or piece of chocolate.

         

                                  

 Now, that you know how much I love coffee, it should not surprise anyone that I create my own coffee themed kitchen towels. 

Finally, if you like coffee like I do, I suggest you find a bean, blend or flavor that piques your interest and start turning your coffee ritual into a highlight of your day.

NEW YEAR!

Glasses were raised and fireworks exploded, now it's time for new beginnings and fresh starts.

Hope the New Year starts off bright, and continues to shine throughout the year. Wishes of peace and contentment that do not cease. 

Happy New Year To All of you!