FZ Magazine: The Blog of Filicori Zecchini
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How to become a bartender: courses to take and tips for entering this profession
Working in a coffee shop requires a lot of skills and experience: one does not improvise as a barista, as we have mentioned several times in other articles dedicated to...
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What types of milk are available on the market?
In the world of the coffee shop, milk is such a well-loved and used ingredient as to become – together with coffee – the co-star of the creations of real...
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How to clean the coffee machine
Coffee is an essential part of the day for most Italians who are keen coffee fans and consumers. This is why, although the mocha continues to be the favorite coffee making method...
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How does the espresso machine work?
We recently talked to you about the history of the espresso machine , which became what we all know today after a series of improvements made by...
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Coffee tamping: the most common errors and and how to do it correctly
In order to get the perfect espresso there are certain rules you must follow, that concern both the use, the cleaning and maintenence of the machine and the coffee grinding. But what really makes the difference...
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Bars in Italy: here are the new trends
Long gone are the times when going into a bar meant just having a coffee, or perhaps, in Italy, those times never existed: stopping to drink an espresso, or any...
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7 trend-setting cappuccino decorations
Artistic designs, unusual colors and, in some cases, even glitter. We all know that latte art is trendy and that, to help your customers remember you ...
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How to regulate your coffee grinder to get the best quality coffee
Every bartender knows that in order to get the perfect espresso, delicious and balanced, it is essential that the beans are ground to the right fineness. If they are ground too...
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How to renew your menu: ideas for your bar in spring
Changing and renewing your bar menu a couple of times a year is a smart way to show that you are paying attention to the needs and tastes of your customers...
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How to clean the bar coffee machine
Cleaning the coffee machine correctly and frequently is a fundamental step for serving a top quality espresso. This is not just a question of hygiene...
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The trends for furnishing your bar, according to Instagram
There are many ways to find inspiration for furnishing your bar or do a full modern and captivating restyling. Furnishing magazines and fairs...
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How to foam cow’s milk and vegan milk
A good cappuccino, a caffè macchiato and many other delicious drinks prepared in the coffee shop start with a top quality espresso coffee and foamed milk...