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title: The black gold that boils
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# The black gold that boils

Coffee in Italy is changing: alongside traditional espresso, specialty coffees, premium offerings...

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 dic 1, 2025

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Ristorando (Monthly / Italy) 

**L'oro nero che ribolle (The black gold that boils)**

Coffee in Italy is changing: alongside traditional espresso, specialty coffees, premium offerings and new consumption rituals are emerging. Industry leaders reveal how a €5.7 billion market is evolving. Interview to Marco Barbieri, Italy Marketing Director Lavazza Group.

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