A History of the Espresso Break

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Nov 28

Written By Mandy Tea

Editorial illustrations commissioned by La Marzocco Home for a blog article on the history and cultural evolution of the espresso break — from fast-paced Italian café rituals to today’s mindful home moments.

Friends gathered over espresso, highlighting the community and connection of the coffee break ritual.

The Linea Micra espresso machine at home, illustrating a warm, mindful modern espresso ritual.

The Bambi Brothers building the Marus, La Marzocco’s first patented horizontal boiler espresso machine.

1960s man enjoying a quick espresso at the bar after work, capturing the origins of the Italian espresso break.

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