Discovering Sant Eustachio's secrets : in quest for Rome's best espresso
Italy is well-known, among many others, for its coffee culture.Across the country, one can still spot coffee shops with roots that go back for decades, competing with each other for the best espresso or cappuccino.When in Rome, the place to taste the best espresso is, according to both locals and tourists, Caffe Sant 'Eustachio
Located just a five minute walk away from the Pantheon, one of Rome's most remarkable monuments, and in the heart of the city’s historic center, Caffe Sant 'Eustachio first served its espresso since 1938, but its history is even older , since it is a transformation of an oven that has been operating in the same place since the 19th century.
What’s the reason that makes the highly demanding and sophisticated Romans to swear loyalty to Sant Eustachio's unique espresso? The visit to the historical café is a a significant experience itself. Simply by observing the immaculate aesthetics of the coffee shop, one can make a time trip to the interwar Rome, as this place is a constant reminder of the historical depth of coffee culture in the everyday life of the Italians - and a great opportunity to get a glampse at a piece of authentic Italy. Ricci's brothers, the shop’s owners, know how to fully preserve the myth of Sant 'Eustachio: the baristas continue to keep the antique coffee machine hidden (in order not to betray the supposedly secret recipe), while the urban legend narrates that the water used for the coffee comes from the ancient Roman aqueduct in the basement of the coffee shop, a story that has never been officially denied. Every little details advocates in making a visit to Sant'Eustachio special and distinct.
Bust mostly, it is the quality of the coffee itself that keeps Sant'Eustachio not only surviving for almost eighty years, but also giving it the title of “the best espresso in Rome". Rich, aromatic and creamy, the espresso and cappuccino of Sant'Eustachio owe their distinctive character to the special blend (the fruit of many years of research that resulted in a blend of quality beans from Ethiopia and South America to Galapagos and St. Helen), as well as the special roasting techniques that have been developed over the years.
When in Rome, visiting Sant 'Eustachio is a must - a small, toning break after visiting the Pantheon or the nearby Piazza Navona. For the authentic Italian experience, ignore the tables that are outside and crawl on the benches along with the well-dressed Romans who are upright and fast on their espresso. Not only will you drink coffee as an Italian, but you will also avoid the extra charges.
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