Espresso: Ultimate Coffee, Second Edition

Espresso: Ultimate Coffee, Second Edition
by Kenneth Davids

Espresso: Ultimate Coffee, Second Edition
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Author: Kenneth Davids
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2001-05-04
ISBN: 0312246668
Number of pages: 192
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin

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Book Review: Lots of information in a small package
Summary: 5 Stars

This is a classic, written by "The Godfather" of American espresso. Firmly "old school" in his approach to espresso and it's milky progeny, he provides a solid base of clear standards for the barista art. I have been preparing my own lattes and cappuccino's for over 15 years and still learned much from this book. If I have a criticism it is in his coverage of the home pump machine market, which needs updating. He does provide clear basic diagrams and details on the differences between steam, electric and hand pump machines and his chapters on the history and culture of Italian espresso is well balanced and clearly written.

Summary of Espresso: Ultimate Coffee, Second Edition

The popularity of espresso, coffee at its purest and most intense, has grown exponentially in the past decade. In this revised edition of his book on the ultimate coffee, Kenneth Davids provides a lucid, engaging examination of espresso's lore, legend, and culture. A finalist for the James Beard Award upon its original publication. Espresso is the perfect introduction to the world of specialty coffee.

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