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Get your caffeine fix and celebrate National Espresso Day with delicious espressos, lattes, cappuccinos, and more! Come join the fun!
Get ready to celebrate National Espresso Day on November 23rd! This day is dedicated to the beloved and popular drink that originated in Italy centuries ago. Even then, people have been raving about espresso's robust flavor and delightful aroma, which has made it one of the most iconic coffees around. Nowadays, you can find espresso at almost any cafe or restaurant worldwide - so brew up a cup and enjoy this special day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1884</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Espresso Machine Patented</div><div class='timeline-text'>Angelo Moriondo of Turin, Italy, received a patent for the first known espresso machine, though it was largely for industrial use.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1901</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Improved Espresso Machine Invention</div><div class='timeline-text'>Luigi Bezzerra and Desiderio Pavoni improved upon Moriondo's design and invented the first machine capable of consistently making espresso shots.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1927</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Espresso in America</div><div class='timeline-text'>Regio's, a New York City cafe, is generally credited with being the first business in America to serve espresso coffee.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1948</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Modern Espresso Machine Debut</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first modern espresso machine, featuring a high pressure extraction process, was introduced by Achilles Gaggia of Italy.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Espresso Popularity Rising</div><div class='timeline-text'>Espresso gained widespread popularity in the U.S during the 1970s, thanks to the rise of specialty coffee shops and espresso's inclusion in popular drinks like lattes and cappuccinos.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Espresso Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first National Espresso Day was celebrated, encouraging people everywhere to appreciate the rich, full-bodied coffee variant.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit your local cafe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to your local cafe and sample different types of espresso - from ristrettos, to cappuccinos, and more. Enjoy your favorite espresso drink in a cozy setting.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host an espresso party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for an espresso tasting party. You can buy different types of beans and brew it up in an espresso machine. Don’t forget to bake some delicious treats to go along with the drinks.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Brew espresso at home</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you don’t want to leave the house, there are plenty of ways to make espresso at home - from stovetop moka pots to electric espresso machines. Try experimenting with different brewing methods and find out which one works best for you.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make espresso ice cream</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>One of the tastiest ways to enjoy espresso is in ice cream form! You can make a simple recipe by combining espresso, cream, sugar, and eggs or use one of the many recipes available online.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try a fancy latte art</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Latte art is a fun way to dress up your coffee drink. With a bit of practice, you can create heart shapes, rosettes, bears and other intricate designs on top of your latte!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Espresso is full of flavor</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Espresso has a strong, bold flavor that can wake you up and energize you. It's a great pick-me-up when you need a boost of energy in the morning or afternoon. Plus, it pairs perfectly with milk and other liquids to make delicious lattes, cappuccinos, and mochas!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Espresso is healthy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Despite its strong flavor, espresso contains significantly fewer calories than many other coffee drinks. The lack of sugar in espresso makes it an ideal choice when it comes to cutting down on your daily caloric intake.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Espresso is easy to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>You don't need to go to a cafe to get your fix of espresso - you can make it right at home! All you need is an espresso machine and some quality grounds. There are plenty of recipes online so you can experiment with different flavors, grinds, and beans until you find the perfect cup of espresso for yourself!</p></div></div>
National Espresso Day is celebrated on November 23 every year. In 2024 National Espresso Day will occur on a Saturday.
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