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Elisa Urdich & Fabio Tiralongo

Treviso, Italy · TASTE COFFEE & MORE · Specialty Coffee Entrepreneurs

Elisa Urdich's Interview and Fabio Tiralongo's Interview. Owners of a specialty coffee shop in Treviso, Taste Coffee & More

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The Interview · 13 Questions

Key Insights from Elisa Urdich & Fabio Tiralongo

  • Founded Taste Coffee & More in Treviso.
  • Both are passionate specialty coffee educators.
  • Elisa discovered specialty coffee after winning a latte art course in 2014.
  • Fabio developed his passion through espresso and latte art.
  • Both believe communication is as important as coffee quality.
  • Favourite brewing method is V60 for its ritual and clarity.
  • They advocate educating customers from farm to cup.
  • They see specialty coffee becoming mainstream in Italy through education.
  • Continuous learning is at the core of their philosophy.

Introduce yourself: who are you, where are you from, where do you work and what’s your job.

We’re Fabio and Elisa from Treviso. We are the owners of a specialty coffee shop in Treviso, Taste Coffee & More, and we are proudly baristas.

When and why did coffee become important to Elisa Urdich & Fabio Tiralongo?

For Fabio coffee became important when he started to work as a barista. He was looking at his boss making a cappuccino and she did an amazing latte art. From that day Fabio started to study and improve his coffee knowledge. Elisa won a coffee course at Sigep 2014 and from that day coffee started to be one of the most important thing in her life.

What was the first coffee that changed Elisa Urdich & Fabio Tiralongo’s understanding of flavor?

Fabio: Burundi Kibuye cup of excellence 2014 was an explosion of red berries and honey. 

Elisa: Ethiopia Washed. the most classic washed Ethiopia, super citrus and peach, with an elegant tea like finish.

What does Elisa Urdich & Fabio Tiralongo enjoy most about working in coffee?

What we love about going to work every day is the fact that we are coffee lover, and so we love our job, we love what we do. Plus, we have the opportunity to share what we do with a lot of people every single day, and this is amazing.

What’s your favorite brewing method and why?

We both love V60 brewing method because it is a kind of ritual process. For us, this method helps people connect with the world of coffee. Obviously, it’s not an espresso, but it’s super aromatic. But, first of all, it’s also a slow moment to share with friends or simply coffee lover.

What is the best coffee Elisa Urdich & Fabio Tiralongo has ever tasted?

Fabio : Panama Gesha 90 Plus ‘Lotus’ hot fermentation 2019. 

Elisa : Ecuador Finca La Florida Catucai 2SL (Winning Coffee Italian Brewers Cup 2019) – Bolivia Gesha Takesi 2018.

Which coffee origin does Elisa Urdich & Fabio Tiralongo favor most?

Generally we fall in love with Ethiopian and Kenyan coffee. They’re an explosion of aromas and flavours, and also for their nice and brilliant acidity.

Suggest us a roastery to check (not the one you working at/you use at work).

We suggest you a micro-roastery called Peacocks, based in Milan.

What has Elisa Urdich & Fabio Tiralongo learned from working in the coffee industry?

How to run a business, taking care of the quality. You need a lot of passion and you need to try with all of you to communicate and share all the values around coffee, from the farm to the cup.

How your work and the specialty coffee world are coping with Covid and the new challenges for hospitality?

I think that if you have knowledge and expertise, you can continue to run your business, controlling better your incoming and especially your costs (always keeping fight for quality and sustainability of coffee world).

How does Elisa Urdich & Fabio Tiralongo see the future of specialty coffee?

Specialty coffee in the world is increasing a lot. In 10 years we’ll see more customers asking for high quality cup of coffee, with more awareness. Talking about Italy I hope to see at least 150 physical coffee shop where people will be able to drink, daily, amazing coffees.

Where does Elisa Urdich & Fabio Tiralongo see himself in 10 years?

We try to get better day by day, always studying, researching, knowing more and more about coffee world. We hope to reach our goals, be a kind of inspiration for Italy and, why not, expand ourself all around the world.

What advice does Elisa Urdich & Fabio Tiralongo have for someone starting a career in coffee?

Don’t be afraid, open coffee shops with a specifically idea and with all of your passion. Study, study, study and communicate as good as you served coffe.

Best Cup

"Fabio: Panama Geisha 90 Plus "Lotus" Hot Fermentation 2019.Elisa: Ecuador Finca La Florida Catucaí 2SL (Italian Brewers Cup Winning Coffee) and Bolivia Gesha Takesi 2018."

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Tanya Nanetti
Tanya Nanetti

Tanya Nanetti is a specialty coffee journalist, writer, and coffee educator dedicated to documenting the people, places, and stories behind the global specialty coffee movement.She writes about specialty coffee shops, roasters, coffee origins, brewing techniques, sensory experiences, and the professionals shaping the future of coffee culture.As a certified coffee trainer and contributor to international coffee publications, including Barista Magazine and Standart Magazine, Tanya combines journalistic research with hands-on coffee knowledge to explore the evolution of third wave coffee worldwide.Through interviews, guides, and coffee stories, she helps connect coffee professionals and enthusiasts with the communities, craftsmanship, and innovation behind every cup.

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