Tazza d’Oro Coffee Shop, Rome. Bright, noisy, crowded, a little kitschy and mercifully unrenovated, it’s probably my favorite coffee shop in the world. It’s just steps from the Pantheon and often packed with tourists, but don’t be put off: it’s the real deal. The coffee (and granita di caffe in warm weather) are sublime.
“Ruska” Stoneware from Arabia Finland. Designed by Ulla Procope for Arabia, this is coffee-colored stoneware has been a favorite of mine since childhood, and I use a mug every morning for my coffee. It was discontinued in the late 90s, but you can find it on ebay.
Coach Bedford Suede Barracuda. Creamy suede with buttery leather trim.
Technivorm Moccamaster. The best home drip coffee maker ever. And I love that the water tank looks like an air traffic control tower.
Ines Rosales Sweet Olive Oil Tortas. Crazy delicious with your morning coffee (or tea).
