Untold Italy travel podcast 319. The Ritual of the Bar: Coffee Culture in Italy [From the Vault]
Apr 10, 2026
43:42
The coffee bar in Italy is not just somewhere you get coffee. It is where Italy actually happens. In this episode from the vault we explore the history, the rituals, and the unwritten rules of Italian coffee culture. From espresso to shakerato, the cappuccino rule, how to order like a local, and the best bars in Milan, Florence and Rome. Italy is more than a checklist. And a perfect espresso at the right bar is proof of that.
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The Untold Italy travel podcast is an independent production. Podcast editing and audio production by Mark Hatter. Production assistance by the other