SET UP AN ESPRESSO STATION AT WORK WORTHY OF AN ITALIAN COFFEE HOUSE
The rolling hills under the Tuscan sun, the picturesque cliffside towns overlooking the Med, the musical clinking of espresso cups and saucers heard throughout every corner caffè, the sharp hiss of steam that lets you know your cappuccino will come out piping hot and velvety; wouldn’t it be nice to be whisked away to your little corner of Italy during your next coffee break? Sì, per favore!
It’s easier than you think! By setting up your own espresso station in the break room, the whole team can happily retreat to their own slice of Italy whenever they want.
Here’s how to go about it.
Choose the right espresso machine
What’s a doppio caffè without the proper brewing pressure? In a business setting, forget the portafilter and the manual coffee grinder. You want an espresso station that’s both tidy and clean, and can be used continuously throughout the day by multiple users. Select a commercial-grade espresso machine that has excellent pressure and temperature controls to brew the perfect cup at the touch of a button, and a built-in milk frother and bean-to-cup technology for easy cleanup and consistent coffee quality.
Freshly ground coffee is key
From lattes to americanos and mochaccinos, preparing barista-like beverages throughout the workday requires dark roast whole coffee beans. Once freshly ground, these types of beans provide the quintessential smooth finishes and acidic taste of an espresso shot.
Espresso cups, matching saucers and small stirring spoons are essential to any Italian-style caffè. Add a touch of elegance to your workplace’s espresso station with classic accessories that’ll make you feel as though you stepped in Caffè Florian, Italy’s oldest coffee shop located in Venice.
