02.02.06
Thermal Coffee Mug
Yesterday I had to make a quick train trip to Ancona to sign the paperwork for our offer on the apartment. My train left at 6:55 (way to early!) so I took an early bus down to the station. When I got on the bus, the driver greeted me with a chipper, Buon Giorno! I was a little surprised - usually no conversation is exchanged between the driver and the passengers. I was headed to my seat when he stopped me and asked me about my coffee mug. My awesome sister-in-law sent me one of those nice, stainless steel mugs with a lid. Perfect for early morning trains. But the driver was amazed. He asked me if I had coffee in it and if I bought the coffee in a bar or made it at home. He asked me how I made it and what I put in it. When Italians think of coffee they think of a thick shot of espresso. What we call American coffee they call caffe lungo - long coffee, or even acqua sporca - dirty water. A cup of coffee takes 30 seconds to drink here. So I guess my coffee mug was pretty amazing to him. I almost offered him a drink, to show him the deliciousness that is American coffee, but I thought that might be a little weird. I told him he should get a mug since he needs to stay awake as the driver!
Bonus challenge: the next time you go to a coffee place, order a plain shot of espresso. Most people only drink espresso when it’s diluted in a cappuccino or a latte. Try and straight and you’ll see how the Italians like it! Post your thoughts!
Emily said,
02.02.06 at 5:53 pm
The Pocket Coffee I had in Ancona was enough of a straight shot of espresso for me. I’ll stick to my “dirty water”.
Ryan said,
02.02.06 at 9:04 pm
Congrats on the new place. I’m excited for the upcoming move.
God bless.
Mr. SQJ said,
02.14.06 at 6:11 pm
espresso… yum… double please
next best thing to eatin’ the beans straight