Hello everyone, Did you know that coffee can be artistic, too? follow me as I introduce you to one of the best aspects about coffee; the latte art making. What is Latte Art? Latte art is a method of preparing coffee created by pouring steamed milk into a shot of espresso and resulting in a pattern or design on the surface of the latte. It can also be created or embellished by simply "drawing" in the top layer of foam. Latte art is particularly difficult to create consistently, due to the demanding conditions required of both the espresso shot and milk. This, in turn, is limited by the experience of the barista and quality of the espresso machine. The pour itself, then, becomes the last challenge for the latte artist. The Essential 3 steps to make latte art: STEAMING Basically, you need the perfect foam to make latter art, if you steam the milk at the perfect temperature you will have a good start to the process. POURING You might think pouring is nothing to worry about and it's something you don't to learn if you want to master latte art. But, in making latte art, pouring is the should step and it's the most important since it's the first step to make the latte art. MAKING LATTE ART And there you go, final step is to actually start latte 'arting'. There are many shapes to show your creativity but the common shapes are the heart shape and the tree shape. However, In my photo series you will see exceptional shapes and latte art making. Here I introduce you to one of the best coffee shops in Ankara, FAMEO Caffe in Bilkent Center. About Fameo Cafe: Fameo cafe is a relatively new Italian coffee shop at Bilkent Center. The shop has a very friendly and cosy atmoshphere for morning coffee, reading and having lunch. It's not very convenient to study since it can be crowded sometimes. The menu has variety of food options as well as coffee options. For coffee, the menu is not set, you can customize any drink you wish. Fameo is famous for the great latte art making, which you will notice at this photo series. Check out Fameo's website to see the online menu they have and for directions to the coffee shop: www.fameocaffe.com Meet barista Baran who has a passion for coffee and has developed latte art skills while working at FAMEO. read the short interview with Mr. Baran. I will leave you with a collection of photos that show the process of Latte art and how taleneted Baran is. Enjoy the art! Try It Yourself! Did you like this? You can try it yourself by following the steps of Baran, and watching this tutorial by Barista Nick Vink who is a great Youtuber. He gives useful tips to master coffee making and latte art. Subscribe and learn as you watch. Thanks for watching! Until next time, T.
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For most of us, coffee is as an essential part of our day, especially when we have so much to do and need to stay focused. I personally cannot recall a study session without the company of a cup of coffee. And now that ‘winter is coming’ what is better than a good cup of coffee to keep us warm and concentrated? Having been visiting multiple coffee shops, I recognized that the coffee scene is improving considerably in Ankara. However, everyone has their favorite blend, likes and dislikes when it comes to coffee shops. Personally, the best coffee shops are those with free Wi-Fi, nice and bright space, and of course a high quality coffee. Here is a list of coffee shops that I recommend based on my own experience as I have been wandering around coffee shops in Ankara: 1. Caribou Coffee For a delicious Salted Caramel Latte and Hot Chocolate As Caribou’s slogan says “Life is short. Stay awake for it!” I would also add, life is too short for bad coffee. Caribou coffee is a franchised coffee shop and perhaps one of my favorites in Ankara. They have a great selection of latte menu and mouthwatering freshly baked muffin cakes. Caribou provides study rooms for students and workers, which take up to 6 people that give you all the space you need to get your work done. There are many branches of Caribou Coffee in Ankara. However, my favorite is the one in Armada shopping center and Tragon Towers business center. If you ever get to visit Caribou, do not miss their Hot Milk Chocolate, and thank me later! Check them out: http://www.cariboucoffee.com.tr/subelerimiz 2. Arabica Coffee HouseA cozy place after a long busy day As the sign at the shop says, “The Proof is in the cup”. Arabica Coffee House is the place to go for high-quality coffee beans and brewing expertise. The house roasts the finest selection of Arabica beans that you will enjoy having in its cozy environment and fascinating interior design. The fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies from the oven will absolutely satisfy your taste buds. Ask for Crème brûlée latte with extra shot of perfect espresso. Trust me, you won’t regret it! http://www.arabicacoffee.com.tr/blog/ 3. Kahve Dünyası For a coffee world and coffee goodies Kahve Dünyası, which translates to ‘The World of Coffee’, is indeed a world of coffee that will leave you baffling. Kahve Dunyasi has a sophisticated coffee menu that not only offers variety of drinks but also everything you can possibly imagine with coffee flavors. You can find coffee beans covered with chocolate, dipped in coffee and Turkish delight. What I really like about this coffee shop is the packaging of grounded coffee beans and chocolate. It is one of my favorite destinations for goodies and gifts. www.kahvedunyasi.com 4. Illy Espresso Coffee Illy coffee is one of the famous Italian coffee roasting company that specializes in espresso. The coffee shop has a bright space located in Armada Shopping Center. The best part about having coffee in this place is that you have the option to customize every drink you order and tell them your prefernces.
Make sure to try the coconut latte as it is a popular drink at Illy. For more information visit: https://illy.barista.com.tr Stay tuned for more coffee shops and cafes to explore! Until then, enjoy your cup of coffee. Cheers, T. |
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