November 23: National Espresso Day

Espresso is a lot of flavor and complexity in a very small cup. Yet, as strong as it is, espresso has no more caffeine than regular coffee. This is Page I of a four-part article. Click on the black links below to visit other pages. We start on this page with an overview of the origins of espresso.

There are many coffee-lovers, but espresso-lovers are a breed unto themselves. That one ounce cup (or a doppio, a double) provides an intense aroma and flavor experience, but no calories.