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Italian coffee culture basics – HearSay

Italian A1

Learn the essentials of Italian coffee culture while practicing listening and speaking on the go. Master ordering your favorite brew like a true local.

Lessons

Ordering a coffee
Learn the absolute basics of ordering a classic Italian espresso at the counter.
Vocabulary
- il caffè (the coffee / espresso)
- il bar (the café / bar)
- buongiorno (good morning)
- per favore (please)
- grazie (thank you)
- il bancone (the counter)
Objectives
- Greet the barista
- Order an espresso
- Say please and thank you
Morning coffee and milk
Discover the golden rule of Italian coffee: milk drinks are for the morning.
Vocabulary
- il cappuccino (the cappuccino)
- il latte (the milk)
- il cornetto (the croissant / pastry)
- la colazione (the breakfast)
- la mattina (the morning)
- caldo (hot)
Objectives
- Order a cappuccino
- Ask for a pastry
- Understand morning coffee rules
Coffee variations
Explore popular espresso variations for different times of the day.
Vocabulary
- il caffè macchiato (the espresso with a splash of milk)
- il caffè corretto (the espresso with liquor)
- il decaffeinato (the decaf coffee)
- lo zucchero (the sugar)
- amaro (bitter)
- dolce (sweet)
Objectives
- Distinguish coffee types
- Order a macchiato
- Express preferences
Making coffee at home
Discuss how Italians brew coffee at home using the traditional stovetop maker.
Vocabulary
- la moka (the stovetop coffee maker)
- l'acqua (the water)
- la tazza (the cup)
- la tazzina (the small espresso cup)
- la casa (the house)
- preparare (to prepare)
Objectives
- Talk about home brewing
- Identify coffee equipment
- Describe everyday routines
Paying and leaving
Wrap up your coffee experience by learning how to ask for the bill and say goodbye.
Vocabulary
- lo scontrino (the receipt)
- il conto (the bill)
- la cassa (the cash register)
- pagare (to pay)
- arrivederci (goodbye)
- buona giornata (have a good day)
Objectives
- Ask for the receipt
- Pay for the order
- Say goodbye to the barista