The time change was a little easier at KTVU2!
Thanks to the KTVU Mornings on 2 team for inviting us to share a little caffeinated kick on Monday morning after the time change. Our own latte art champ Mehdi Chung walked Sal Castaneda, KTVU Traffic Anchor, through the steps for channeling some smooth barista moves at home.
Mr. Espresso Opens The Caffè in Downtown Oakland | Barista Magazine
With the recent opening of The Caffè by Mr. Espresso, we were delighted with a two-part feature in Barista Magazine Online. First, a quick look back at our 45-year history: "The Di Ruoccos’ foundational role in establishing espresso cuisine..."
Kick the time change | KTVU Mornings on 2
Click play, above, to see Sal Castaneda get a "wakeup call" from latte art champ Mehdi Chung. You can find Mehdi at The [...]
You’ll never wait in line at this new Oakland coffee shop | Nosh Oaklandside/Berkeleyside
“We know the industry well and have a unique vision and approach to specialty coffee,” he said, reminding Nosh that Mr. Espresso has been [...]
A Perfect Neapolitan Coffee in San Francisco? Yes, Thanks to Mr. Espresso | L’Italo Americano
"Carlo Di Ruocco, originally from Salerno, saw his dream of roasting and selling Italian-style coffee come true in America, in San Francisco, where he [...]
Organic Neapolitan Makes Best Espresso Beans List | Saveur
"...made in the Italian tradition — bittersweet, chocolaty — and is also certified both organic and fair trade, making it a good choice for [...]
The Caffè by Mr. Espresso • Coming SPRING 2023!
We are very proud to announce the Spring 2023 opening of The Caffè by Mr. Espresso. The Caffè will be located just blocks from our roastery, in the heart of Downtown Oakland at 1120 Broadway in The Key at 12th.
Our Organic Ethiopia Shantawene is a winner!
Mr. Espresso's Organic Ethiopia Shantawene, Natural Process is a 2022 Good Food Awards Winner. "Winners are the exceptional food crafters who top the [...]
Two Mr. Espresso Coffees Named Good Food Awards Finalists
We are proud to announce that two Mr. Espresso coffees were named Good Food Awards Finalists 2022 by the Good Food Foundation. Our Organic/Fair Trade Certified Guatemala CODECH - Women’s Lot (medium-light roast) and Organic Ethiopia Shantawene Natural (light roast) are among the 25 coffee division finalists from across the country.
Mr. Espresso named Roaster of the Year Finalist
“Mr. Espresso has a mission is to keep Italy’s espresso tradition relevant within America’s evolving coffee culture, and to improve upon it through a focus on quality, sustainability, [...]
Mr. Espresso Single Serve is “Steeped in Sustainability” | Packaging World
Order now! Our thanks to Packaging World for the recent feature on Mr. Espresso’s Steeped Coffee. Adding a single-serve coffee to our product line has been [...]
Coffee Can Spell Higher Profits for Restaurants | BarandRestaurant.com
Luigi Di Ruocco Shares Pro Tips with Bar & Restaurant. Coffee can be the last thought in restaurant menu development. We see this as a [...]
Luigi Di Ruocco on “Making Better Espresso at Home” | CoffeeCon March 6th
The CoffeeCon's one-day event will be hosted by two coffee legends: renowned inventor Alan Adler, creator of the world-famous AeroPress coffeemaker, along with friend of Mr. Espresso [...]
Mercury News | Longtime Oakland coffee roaster, holding steady
Photo: Karl Mondon/Bay Area News Group During these tough times, we appreciate this gracious feature by Joseph Geha of The Mercury News! The [...]
KRON4 Returns to Check In with Mr. Espresso
Thank you Noelle Bellow and KRON for helping us spread the word about No Kid Hungry and Food 4 FarmersBack in May, KRON4 put the [...]
Faema’s Reimagined President Espresso Machine
Faema's President 2020 Over the last 60 years, Faema has established a track record, that is second to none, [...]