europshaw
September 19, 2007 – 10:41 pmto state the depth of this blog’s teeth-gnashing chagrin that the blogbrother — and not this blog — is starting his day in copenhagen’s renowned cafe europa would be, well … criminal.
in the interest of totally stomping on his parade, (a) wouldn’t you say this espresso crema looks a bit overextracted? hmmm? hmmmm?
… and (b) this is definitely no wbc-certified latte vessel!
in conclusion, this blog says “pshaw.” also: “hmmpf.” and, lastly, you just know the barista staff was probably the third-string talent. ’cause the top tier is off at this week’s nordic barista cup! tough timing, bro!
UPDATE: ahem:
“We’ve arrived in Gothenburg and checked in to our hotel. Already run into Jens Norgaard of Café Europa and one of the organizers of the event …”
in other words, he ain’t in copenhagen!
6 Responses to “europshaw”
I know this sounds a bit mean, but it is all about the food in Europa for me. The coffee is OK, but the food is stellar. If you need serious coffee then it is Estate or Kontra for my money.
By James Hoffmann on Sep 20, 2007
I hate to be the one to say it, but I’ll go out on a limb. Through my travels lately I’ve heard quite a bit of lamenting on the declining coffee quality at Europa. Bear in mind, I’ve never been (never having been to most of Europe) and this is all second-hand chat, but one would think with so much history and applause that the coffee program would remain strong.
By The Onocoffee on Sep 20, 2007
uh-oh.
nice to know, though. that la marzocco DOES seem to be in a somewhat, er, diminutive position.
By bz on Sep 20, 2007
Hmmm . . . I would recommend the blogbrother pass on the capp and go straight for the monastic ale three stalls from the left! Personally, I would much rather see it’s foamy head peering out of that non-kosher latte vessel!
By nate the finger on Sep 20, 2007
thanks guys. all this europa-bashing is making me feel so much better about not being there. i knew i could count on yous.
By bz on Sep 21, 2007
Actually, fourth in from the left, “Tuborg Gold,” is particularly good. I would recommend it over the espresso.
By nathanael on Sep 21, 2007