Antico Caffè Greco

The oldest coffee shop in Rome is famous for its historical roster of regulars, including names such as Mark Twain, Orson Welles, and even Casanova. It’s not the cheapest place to sit for a coffee, but sometimes the vibe is worth more than a beverage and a pastry.

Rosati

A 1920’s café that kept the original interior deco, located within the Piazza del Popolo, a major tourist interest spot. It offers terrace seating with a great view and excellent espresso. What more can we ask for!

Canova

Also at Piazza del Popolo is Canova, which serves a specialty drink called “Espressino doc,” which is an espresso with cocoa powder and whipped cream, a specialty mocha of a sort. Sit in the internal garden or inside, for a coffee or a full lunch.

Caffe Domiziano

Located at the lovely Piazza Navona, this is a restaurant with tasty pizza and great coffee. Enjoy visiting the view of Bernini’s Four Rivers Fountain and the exquisite selection of coffee and cappuccino.

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If you find yourself in the capital city of Addis Ababa, do yourself a favor and visit these three coffee shops to have an authentic Ethiopian coffee experience.

Tomoca Coffee

Visitors to Addis Ababa will undoubtedly find themselves at Tomoca, which has six locations in the capital. Founded in 1953, this coffee shop utilizes Italian roasting and preparation methods to serve up some of the best brew that you will find in the country.

Galani Coffee

Galani is definitely one of Addis Ababa’s coolest coffee shops, featuring Ethiopian art and a stylish design. You’ll also find an artisanally-crafted selection of coffee drinks and a delicious brunch menu at Galani.

Mankira Coffee Shop

Mankira only has one small shop on Cunningham Street, but the coffee here is unbeatable. On top of that, it features friendly service and is a great place to work or just relax.

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The arabica plant from which coffee is from was first found and cultivated in the Kaffa region of Ethiopia, which is how the word coffee came about. Scholars say that coffee was first cultivated back in the 9th century, which is pretty amazing. 

Just as people in Japan have tea ceremonies, people in Ethiopia have coffee ceremonies!  The ceremony is very special and is meant to engage all five of your senses during the whole time. The ceremony consists of roasting, grinding, and brewing the coffee, and more. The ceremony is not only to appreciate the coffee more but to bring people together as a social gathering. 

Usually, you have to be personally invited to a coffee ceremony, but in the capital of Addis Ababa, there are some places where you can experience a more informal ceremony at places like Alem Bunna or other coffee shops. But even if you just grab a cup of joe to go, you’ll be amazed by how incredible the coffee is, and you’ll never look back! 

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If you haven’t heard about Civet Coffee, it’s a type of coffee that you must try at least once in your life. It’s not just your regular cup of Joe; the way it’s made is quite unique and people say it’s much healthier than traditional coffee beans.

This special coffee is found mostly in Asia — in Indonesia and the Philippines. It’s considered one of the most expensive coffees in the world and for a special reason. Read on to find out why.

How is it Made?

Kopi Luwak, or Civet Coffee, is coffee derived through the help of civets. They consume the coffee cherries, and after it goes to the bathroom, the cherries from the civet undergoes a fermentation process. It might sound gross at first, but this is how the coffee becomes more potent and valued.

Kopi

Kopi sounds a lot like coffee because it translates to coffee in Indonesian, and the role of the civet is vital in creating this strain of coffee. The final process of coffee making involves washing to remove any remaining dirt and bacteria. Regular coffee beans also have dirt and bacteria in them, and it’s all in how you sanitize and clean it afterward. Rest assured, Kopi Luwak is sold many places around the world and in Asia, so it makes it a delicacy and also a unique way of preparing coffee.

The post Kopi Luwak is a Bizarre and Unique Asian Coffee appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Hanging Out at Cafelix

Cafelix has an amazing iced cold brew perfect for warm summer days. Their coffee is strong enough to keep you rearing to work for hours on end. Also, its location is nestled right below an apartment building that almost makes it look like it’s part of the apartment. If you’re looking for a peaceful cafe, this one’s for you.

Waycup Coffee

Waycup is great for people who are working on their laptops or who want to just unwind with a good book. They have a great dessert selection with tasty cookies and treats. Make Waycup your next destination for a chill and productive afternoon.

The Little Prince Bookshop

The Little Prince is every book lover’s dream destination. While munching on their delicious lentil hummus, you can check out their 10 shekel ($2.81) books outside. Instead of spending 2 hours here, you’ll end up spending your entire day browsing through art books and admiring the cozy interior.

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Roars Coffee Shop and Roastery

This Coffee Shop and Roastery is located in Hatchobori, near the subway station. The true star of the place is the rainbow latte, which is a fascinating piece of art. The baristas are using the lattes as a canvas, however, the beautiful rainbow design is made by pouring the colorful foam in the cup.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BgfY9jkBOLo/?tagged=roarcoffeehouseandroastery

Café Duo

Lattes at this café are cute artworks that you’ll be sorry to drink. The baristas can draw faces of famous characters on your favorite beverage or they can even create a 3D latte animal that will pop out of your coffee and it will jiggle if you gently wiggle your cup.

Crossing Café

If you are a car enthusiast, then Crossing Café will definitely become your favorite place to go. They provide Macchi-art that uses state-of-the-art technology to create images of Nissan vehicles. You can choose from a line-up of Nissan models or use your own photo. How cool is that?

The post Lattes Which Will Blow Your Mind appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiWYu1VFmGd/?tagged=cupofcoffee

Portland, Main – Coffee By Design

Portland is well known as a destination for foodies, so it’s no surprise that the city also boasts a slew of fabulous coffee shops. Not least of all is Coffee By Design, where they brew a variety of different coffees from various sources, such as single-origin coffees and exotic ones. It’s also a micro-roastery.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BNcDbAhBdi4/?tagged=coffeebydesignportland

Seattle, Washington – Convoy Coffee

Although Seattle was home to the first Starbucks, it’s also got loads of other local coffee shops sprinkled around the city. One of our favorites is Convoy Coffee, which boasts a wide selection of single-origin coffees that are making choices which one to have very difficult.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiHdpoMBVvi/?tagged=convoycoffee

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Joe Coffee

A family shop with stores throughout Philadelphia and New York, Joe Coffee offers both single-origin and blends that are roasted in-house.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiMaiB0Ff5m/?tagged=joecoffee

Austin, Texas – Caffe Medici

With new coffee shops appearing all over the place, Caffe Medici is Austin’s original specialty coffee shop.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiC2X9dBSGe/?tagged=caffemedici

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The formation of culture around coffee and coffee houses dates back to the 14th Century in Turkey. Coffee houses in Western Europe were traditionally social places, as well as artistic and intellectual centers. Today it is more like a social activity, a working location or a meeting place for most of the people.

The style of coffee varies by country. Here are three out of the most famous coffee cultures around the globe:

ITALY
Coffee is simply part of the Italian culture but it is not as easy as it seems. The coffee culture in Italy comes with a set of rules. Firstly, it is usually drank while standing, which does not occur in the United States. Then, they also have different rules such as, milky coffee must be consumed in the morning and never following a meal, or other Italians may say they have to drink it before a meal to clean the palate or after a meal to refresh.

VIETNAM
French colonists might have introduced coffee to Vietnam, but the cup of ca phé soon became a local habit. Vietnamese coffee has developed a style of its own with the use of yoghurt, eggs and even fruits. The preparations process and the blending of the beans is different from any other countries as well. The grounded beans go into a French dip filter, which sits on top of the cup. The beans are weighted down with a thin lid, hot water is added to the filter and then the water slowly trickles through into the cup.

BRAZIL
Brazil is the world’s largest producer and is responsible for about a third of all coffee. Brazilians are big coffee drinkers and tend to drink numerous small cups of coffee throughout the day. Because the coffee beans are produced at lower altitudes than the average coffee plantation, they have a more bitter quality. Therefore, Brazilians tend to drink their coffee quite sweet.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bgt1ABFAwFe/?tagged=braziliancoffee

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Although Brits might be known for drinking mostly tea, this hasn’t stopped the growth of the coffee culture across the nation. Each year, tons of coffee shops are opening their doors, with some of the World’s Barista Champions. It is clear that there is more to the UK’s caffeine fix beyond regular chain-café coffee and here is a list of the best across the UK.

Birmingham – Quarter Horse Coffee
What makes this place so special is that you can see the roasting process in action. Coffee beans are coming from places such as Colombia and Guatemala and are roasted weekly for maximum freshness.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BeFqt8zFI7w/?hl=en&taken-by=quarterhorsecoffee

Bristol – Full Court Press
The special coffee place features two filter blends and two espresso blends that change weekly.

Brighton – Small Batch Coffee Roasters
Popular for their latte art, the Small Batch Coffee Roasters is a family-run coffee house that roasts its own Arabica coffee. Today they already have eight locations and are all serving classics but also their own unique blends and cold brews.

London – Prufrock
Made it to the ‘Best Coffee in London’ in the Time Out’s Magazine, they have hand-brewed filter coffee, brewed Espresso and beans slow-brewed in an Aeropress. Prufrock is owned by a World Barista Champion and is located in Farringdon, London.

Manchester – Pot Kettle Black
So far, they have won three awards for their coffee and food. They serve artisan coffee in atmospheric surroundings and have a healthy-food menu as well.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Be2xoBKn6s9/?hl=en&taken-by=pkbcoffee

Sheffield – Steam Yard
They serve the very special coffee from London’s award-winning Square Mile Coffee Roasters.

Leeds – Laynes Espresso
This café offers dedicated brews, but also some of the best sweet treats in the city. Besides coffee, it is also an educational space, offering classes for hobby baristas through to professional qualifications.

Newcastle – Flat Caps Coffee
In Flat Caps Coffee, coffee is brewed in three ways; Filter, Aeropress and old-fashioned Syphon. A real typical Bohemian basement café.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bd-2BvdAjep/?hl=en&taken-by=flatcapscoffee

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Antico Caffè Greco

The oldest coffee shop in Rome is famous for its historical roster of regulars, including names such as Mark Twain, Orson Welles, and even Casanova. It’s not the cheapest place to sit for a coffee, but sometimes the vibe is worth more than a beverage and a pastry.

Rosati

A 1920’s café that kept the original interior deco, located within the Piazza del Popolo, a major tourist interest spot. It offers terrace seating with a great view and excellent espresso. What more can we ask for!

Canova

Also at Piazza del Popolo is Canova, which serves a specialty drink called “Espressino doc,” which is an espresso with cocoa powder and whipped cream, a specialty mocha of a sort. Sit in the internal garden or inside, for a coffee or a full lunch.

Caffe Domiziano

Located at the lovely Piazza Navona, this is a restaurant with tasty pizza and great coffee. Enjoy visiting the view of Bernini’s Four Rivers Fountain and the exquisite selection of coffee and cappuccino.

The post Enjoy the Coffee and Atmosphere at These Four Spots Around Rome appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

If you find yourself in the capital city of Addis Ababa, do yourself a favor and visit these three coffee shops to have an authentic Ethiopian coffee experience.

Tomoca Coffee

Visitors to Addis Ababa will undoubtedly find themselves at Tomoca, which has six locations in the capital. Founded in 1953, this coffee shop utilizes Italian roasting and preparation methods to serve up some of the best brew that you will find in the country.

Galani Coffee

Galani is definitely one of Addis Ababa’s coolest coffee shops, featuring Ethiopian art and a stylish design. You’ll also find an artisanally-crafted selection of coffee drinks and a delicious brunch menu at Galani.

Mankira Coffee Shop

Mankira only has one small shop on Cunningham Street, but the coffee here is unbeatable. On top of that, it features friendly service and is a great place to work or just relax.

The post Visit These Addis Ababa Coffee Shops appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

The arabica plant from which coffee is from was first found and cultivated in the Kaffa region of Ethiopia, which is how the word coffee came about. Scholars say that coffee was first cultivated back in the 9th century, which is pretty amazing. 

Just as people in Japan have tea ceremonies, people in Ethiopia have coffee ceremonies!  The ceremony is very special and is meant to engage all five of your senses during the whole time. The ceremony consists of roasting, grinding, and brewing the coffee, and more. The ceremony is not only to appreciate the coffee more but to bring people together as a social gathering. 

Usually, you have to be personally invited to a coffee ceremony, but in the capital of Addis Ababa, there are some places where you can experience a more informal ceremony at places like Alem Bunna or other coffee shops. But even if you just grab a cup of joe to go, you’ll be amazed by how incredible the coffee is, and you’ll never look back! 

The post You’d Never Guess Which Country is the Home of Coffee appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

If you haven’t heard about Civet Coffee, it’s a type of coffee that you must try at least once in your life. It’s not just your regular cup of Joe; the way it’s made is quite unique and people say it’s much healthier than traditional coffee beans.

This special coffee is found mostly in Asia — in Indonesia and the Philippines. It’s considered one of the most expensive coffees in the world and for a special reason. Read on to find out why.

How is it Made?

Kopi Luwak, or Civet Coffee, is coffee derived through the help of civets. They consume the coffee cherries, and after it goes to the bathroom, the cherries from the civet undergoes a fermentation process. It might sound gross at first, but this is how the coffee becomes more potent and valued.

Kopi

Kopi sounds a lot like coffee because it translates to coffee in Indonesian, and the role of the civet is vital in creating this strain of coffee. The final process of coffee making involves washing to remove any remaining dirt and bacteria. Regular coffee beans also have dirt and bacteria in them, and it’s all in how you sanitize and clean it afterward. Rest assured, Kopi Luwak is sold many places around the world and in Asia, so it makes it a delicacy and also a unique way of preparing coffee.

The post Kopi Luwak is a Bizarre and Unique Asian Coffee appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Hanging Out at Cafelix

Cafelix has an amazing iced cold brew perfect for warm summer days. Their coffee is strong enough to keep you rearing to work for hours on end. Also, its location is nestled right below an apartment building that almost makes it look like it’s part of the apartment. If you’re looking for a peaceful cafe, this one’s for you.

Waycup Coffee

Waycup is great for people who are working on their laptops or who want to just unwind with a good book. They have a great dessert selection with tasty cookies and treats. Make Waycup your next destination for a chill and productive afternoon.

The Little Prince Bookshop

The Little Prince is every book lover’s dream destination. While munching on their delicious lentil hummus, you can check out their 10 shekel ($2.81) books outside. Instead of spending 2 hours here, you’ll end up spending your entire day browsing through art books and admiring the cozy interior.

The post Great Coffee Spots in Tel Aviv to Work In appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Roars Coffee Shop and Roastery

This Coffee Shop and Roastery is located in Hatchobori, near the subway station. The true star of the place is the rainbow latte, which is a fascinating piece of art. The baristas are using the lattes as a canvas, however, the beautiful rainbow design is made by pouring the colorful foam in the cup.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BgfY9jkBOLo/?tagged=roarcoffeehouseandroastery

Café Duo

Lattes at this café are cute artworks that you’ll be sorry to drink. The baristas can draw faces of famous characters on your favorite beverage or they can even create a 3D latte animal that will pop out of your coffee and it will jiggle if you gently wiggle your cup.

Crossing Café

If you are a car enthusiast, then Crossing Café will definitely become your favorite place to go. They provide Macchi-art that uses state-of-the-art technology to create images of Nissan vehicles. You can choose from a line-up of Nissan models or use your own photo. How cool is that?

The post Lattes Which Will Blow Your Mind appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiWYu1VFmGd/?tagged=cupofcoffee

Portland, Main – Coffee By Design

Portland is well known as a destination for foodies, so it’s no surprise that the city also boasts a slew of fabulous coffee shops. Not least of all is Coffee By Design, where they brew a variety of different coffees from various sources, such as single-origin coffees and exotic ones. It’s also a micro-roastery.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BNcDbAhBdi4/?tagged=coffeebydesignportland

Seattle, Washington – Convoy Coffee

Although Seattle was home to the first Starbucks, it’s also got loads of other local coffee shops sprinkled around the city. One of our favorites is Convoy Coffee, which boasts a wide selection of single-origin coffees that are making choices which one to have very difficult.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiHdpoMBVvi/?tagged=convoycoffee

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Joe Coffee

A family shop with stores throughout Philadelphia and New York, Joe Coffee offers both single-origin and blends that are roasted in-house.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiMaiB0Ff5m/?tagged=joecoffee

Austin, Texas – Caffe Medici

With new coffee shops appearing all over the place, Caffe Medici is Austin’s original specialty coffee shop.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiC2X9dBSGe/?tagged=caffemedici

The post Must Visit Shops in the US for Coffee Lovers appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

The formation of culture around coffee and coffee houses dates back to the 14th Century in Turkey. Coffee houses in Western Europe were traditionally social places, as well as artistic and intellectual centers. Today it is more like a social activity, a working location or a meeting place for most of the people.

The style of coffee varies by country. Here are three out of the most famous coffee cultures around the globe:

ITALY
Coffee is simply part of the Italian culture but it is not as easy as it seems. The coffee culture in Italy comes with a set of rules. Firstly, it is usually drank while standing, which does not occur in the United States. Then, they also have different rules such as, milky coffee must be consumed in the morning and never following a meal, or other Italians may say they have to drink it before a meal to clean the palate or after a meal to refresh.

VIETNAM
French colonists might have introduced coffee to Vietnam, but the cup of ca phé soon became a local habit. Vietnamese coffee has developed a style of its own with the use of yoghurt, eggs and even fruits. The preparations process and the blending of the beans is different from any other countries as well. The grounded beans go into a French dip filter, which sits on top of the cup. The beans are weighted down with a thin lid, hot water is added to the filter and then the water slowly trickles through into the cup.

BRAZIL
Brazil is the world’s largest producer and is responsible for about a third of all coffee. Brazilians are big coffee drinkers and tend to drink numerous small cups of coffee throughout the day. Because the coffee beans are produced at lower altitudes than the average coffee plantation, they have a more bitter quality. Therefore, Brazilians tend to drink their coffee quite sweet.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bgt1ABFAwFe/?tagged=braziliancoffee

The post The Coffee Culture Around The Globe; Italy, Vietnam and Brazil appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Although Brits might be known for drinking mostly tea, this hasn’t stopped the growth of the coffee culture across the nation. Each year, tons of coffee shops are opening their doors, with some of the World’s Barista Champions. It is clear that there is more to the UK’s caffeine fix beyond regular chain-café coffee and here is a list of the best across the UK.

Birmingham – Quarter Horse Coffee
What makes this place so special is that you can see the roasting process in action. Coffee beans are coming from places such as Colombia and Guatemala and are roasted weekly for maximum freshness.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BeFqt8zFI7w/?hl=en&taken-by=quarterhorsecoffee

Bristol – Full Court Press
The special coffee place features two filter blends and two espresso blends that change weekly.

Brighton – Small Batch Coffee Roasters
Popular for their latte art, the Small Batch Coffee Roasters is a family-run coffee house that roasts its own Arabica coffee. Today they already have eight locations and are all serving classics but also their own unique blends and cold brews.

London – Prufrock
Made it to the ‘Best Coffee in London’ in the Time Out’s Magazine, they have hand-brewed filter coffee, brewed Espresso and beans slow-brewed in an Aeropress. Prufrock is owned by a World Barista Champion and is located in Farringdon, London.

Manchester – Pot Kettle Black
So far, they have won three awards for their coffee and food. They serve artisan coffee in atmospheric surroundings and have a healthy-food menu as well.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Be2xoBKn6s9/?hl=en&taken-by=pkbcoffee

Sheffield – Steam Yard
They serve the very special coffee from London’s award-winning Square Mile Coffee Roasters.

Leeds – Laynes Espresso
This café offers dedicated brews, but also some of the best sweet treats in the city. Besides coffee, it is also an educational space, offering classes for hobby baristas through to professional qualifications.

Newcastle – Flat Caps Coffee
In Flat Caps Coffee, coffee is brewed in three ways; Filter, Aeropress and old-fashioned Syphon. A real typical Bohemian basement café.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bd-2BvdAjep/?hl=en&taken-by=flatcapscoffee

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