Espresso
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Book Overview
The popularity of espresso, coffee at its purest and most intense, has grown exponentially in the past decade. In this revised edition of his book on the ultimate coffee, Kenneth Davids provides a... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1564265579
ISBN13:9781564265579
Release Date:January 1997
Publisher:Cole Group
Length:160 Pages
Weight:0.85 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 7.9" x 8.0"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
Lots of information in a small package
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
This is a classic, written by "The Godfather" of American espresso. Firmly "old school" in his approach to espresso and it's milky progeny, he provides a solid base of clear standards for the barista art. I have been preparing my own lattes and cappuccino's for over 15 years and still learned much from this book. If I have a criticism it is in his coverage of the home pump machine market, which needs updating. He does provide clear basic diagrams and details on the differences between steam, electric and hand pump machines and his chapters on the history and culture of Italian espresso is well balanced and clearly written.
Espresso - Crema of Coffee
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
Great book about espresso. One may wonder how a small cup half full of a black fluid with a little bit of froth on the top should be the sole subject of a whole book. After reading it is clear that espresso is more than just coffee. The book has the complete history of how espresso was invented, the history of the machines and every thing you need to know to get a good cup with the magic crema. It also describes the complete process about the bean's travel from the tree to the cup including treatment of the raw beans, roasting, grinding and brewing. It will also advise you on how to select your own equipment and that is where it is a little to limited. Kenneth Davids knows probably everything which is worth knowing about the subject but I missed some guidance to select a machine if you want to go further and invest into semi professional or professional brewing hardware.
Ultimate Coffee? Yes. Ultimate Book? I don't think so...
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
Ken Davids writes with his usual engaging style and authority in terms of "cuisine de caffeine" [this is, after all, one of three of his coffee guides.] The style of the book itself, however, makes this a sometimes less than coherent read. Numerous sidebars [or, espresso breaks] weave their way throughout the volume, causing the reader to page forward and back through the text in an attempt to follow the thread of the conversation. There's good stuff here -- and frankly I wish every barista wannabe behind the counter would be required to read it. If only somebody would revoke the publisher's stylistic license....
Espresso: Ultimate Coffee
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
Pretty much tells history of coffee. Provides in depth information on how to buy Espresso blends (various characteristics). Also explains the history of how Espresso was developed along with the machines that make it the joy it is. The author has a subtle humor which makes the book fun to read while teaching you about Coffee.
A great historical, cultural and sensual review of the brew.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Kenneth Davids has written an excellent book about the history of coffee and espresso and its development into a western cultural phenomenon. He describes all phases of coffee and espresso production and refinement from cultivation to recipes for use. An excellent read for a beginner or coffee guru.
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