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Italian Coffee Culture Experience and Sweets at Local Roman Cafe

Rome, Italy
  • 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Learn all there is to know about Italy's coffee culture, from how to order at a coffee bar to the difference between espresso made by a moka pot or by a machine, with this in-depth tutorial. Join a local coffee expert and small group at a landmark roastery to sample three classic coffee drinks paired with traditional pastries and other sweets. Learn why coffee is a pillar of Italian culture, how the coffee break is treated in Italy, and which coffee drinks are consumed in the morning, afternoon, and evening. Come away with insider tips on the best spots in Rome for your next "caffè"!
  • A fun way to decipher Italy's complex coffee culture in just over an hour
  • Visit a historic roastery where many Romans still buy their coffee
  • Sample three different coffee drinks and a variety of sweets
  • Mix with a small group of coffee lovers for a relaxed experience

What's Included

  • Guided coffee experience
  • Coffee and/or Tea
    Tasting of three classic Italian coffees
  • Snacks
    Selection of local sweets, including cornetto
  • Live demonstration of an espresso machine brewing
  • Coffee etiquette guidance

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Della Manna Torrefazione
      Via Salaria, 79, 00198 Roma RM, Italy

      We meet inside the café at Torrefazione della Manna, on Via Salaria at street number 79, in Rome's Trieste–Salario district, just 15 minutes from Villa Borghese and a few minutes from Porta Pia. Look for the historic "Torrefazione della Manna" sign above the entrance

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Start time
    .10:00 am

    What To Expect

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infant seats available
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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