Coffee: A Very Imperative Component of Italian Lifestyle

Whenever I hear about coffee, it always reminds me of Italy and how imperative this mouthwatering drink is to Italians. Just like rice to the Japanese and noodles to the Chinese, Italians cannot withstand a day without having a vessel of hot and rich coffee. When I went to Venice, I realized that there are myriad cafe bars in the area that it seemed like no matter what corner of the city I'd go, I can always find a coffee shop. I conclude this thing is not new at all for some people who have been to Italy because there are more than 20,000 cafes in the country.

Coffees are part of the Italian's lifestyle, in fact, the espresso is very relevant to them that the government has to supervise its daily price. In addition to this, the espresso is also considered as an influential drink that Italians has to allot time to consume this mouthwatering beverage. Another sign that Italians give coffee much meaning is the age of the baristas that work in the coffee shops. On the average, a barista must be at least 48 years old because being a coffee maker is a very prestigious occupation. I think Italian's way of giving meaning to small things like coffee reflect their disposition towards appreciating other aspects in their lives such as their families, their friends, and their jobs.