Caffe Vergnano 1882Darn, I forgot my camera when I had lunch here this afternoon, in a simple, sleek cafe that spells a touch of finesse both in the drink and decor. My regret initiated the moment my cup of cappuccino arrived, emblazoned with the date 1882 on the frothing top, a smoothly, well-steamed foam that bonds well to last through till the last drop of the beverage.
Caffe Vergnano 1882, an Italian Coffee label claimed to be in the coffee business started in Piedmont since 1882, holds pride in their traditional Italian espresso coffee. A first sip of their espresso had my eyebrows raised as I have once again found the long gone velvety body of this single shot drink, that left no acidic after taste on my palate, and one that does not need water to rinse off the strong robustness. Aside from the traditional espresso and cappuccino, there is a range of other specialty coffees which I vowed to return for. There's no kidding when I tell you I had three different coffee orders in a visit today. The coffee here is meticulous. I had another 1882, a coffee prepared and served in 4 layers with a shooter glass; hot chocolate that forms the bottom layer, a mix of milk and coffee takes the sequence, followed by another layer of black espresso that's finally topped with a sheen surface of foam. I have attained God. Yes, I have. Americano was served with a single espresso, accompanied with a small cup of steamed water for dilution to personal preference, and another cup of fresh creme. My, I can only confess that the Vergnano family really loves their coffee, holds an unequivocal passion toward this full-bodied entity which calls for my salutation as a coffee lover. I must make another confession. I have drifted away from espresso for many forgotten years as I hate the aggressive explosion of this robust drink that dries up my mouth upon finish. Now it's great to know that I can seek this lost flavor in refine subtlety here once again.
I'll be back for you, with my camera, I promise.
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