One of the best espresso (and coffee in general) in Buenos Aires. It might not be for everyone, though, as in true speciality coffee way, the espresso has a good dose of acidity and character (it is not your average bland coffee). Espresso is prepared in the traditional Italian way (size) so it might seem very small to anyone who hasn't been to Italy, but it comes with a perfect, delicious, hazelnut color crema. Too bad they do not serve a small glass of water with the espresso, otherwise it would feel like being in Italy. The flat white is also very nice, although it comes with a bit too much milk (like a cappuccino with a double shot of espresso). The cafe is on the small side, with two long "communal" tables which are fun to share with other customers and some smaller tables and chairs on the sidewalk in front, under some magnificent big trees. Highly...
Read moreHad one of best coffee both flat white (small latte in Australia term with double shot) perfect smooth espresso and milk (after 5 weeks travelling it was good to taste coffee of similarity finally) and pour over or brew (beans were fresh) Colombia amongst Peru Chile and Argentina. Baristar took her time in making coffee with weighing machine etc so he ready to wait for your coffee. However high stool was not comfortable and no wifi which unfortunately we were traveller and would be helpful. However owners truly enjoyed themselves in the world of coffee! Coffee atmosphere 5 star, while comfy at 4 stars I guess if you sat outside cafe to enjoy natural sunlight in BA in quite st...
Read moreDanilo, the owner, is a man on a mission-- not ONLY to bring you the best cup of coffee you've ever had (and yes man, even if you come from Melbourne, Oslo, Seattle, or Brooklyn), but to encourage, train, and promote the small finca coffee farmers in his native Colombia in organic sustainable practice while making sure they are paid an artisanal price for their artisanal efforts (way above "fair trade"). There is no better place in Argentina to sip a cortado and nibble a medialuna, or stop in for a perfectly pulled afternoon espresso anywhere in Buenos Aires-- and you'll want to buy a bag or two of these epic beans to bring back for brewing in your airbnb or hotel...
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