Every year, International Coffee Day is celebrated on October 1 around the world. Over the years, the beverage has evolved to not only be limited to the cup but also appear in different kinds of savoury and sweet dishes. It is also why Indian chefs believe there is a lot more that can be done with coffee, and what better opportunity than today to start experimenting with it?

Ruchyeta Bhatia, who is the founder of Poetry By Love and Cheesecake expressed, “At the restaurant, we have always embraced the exquisite spectrum of coffee flavours from the bold richness of espresso to the comforting allure of a classic cappuccino. Today, we are witnessing a delightful resurgence of south Indian filter coffee, now being beautifully reimagined for a new generation.” The Mumbaikar believes the filter coffee is no longer confined to the Udipi restaurants of the South this brew is carving its niche in artisanal cafes. While they haven’t experimented with it just yet, they hope to shortly.

On the other hand, the love for coffee has also extended to the malls. Vikram Pai, who is the centre director at Phoenix Mall of the Millennium, in Pune, explains, “As coffee culture continues to expand, we are seeing more people explore espressos, from macchiatos to Americanos, and this trend is only set to grow. While cappuccinos remain a favourite, there’s a growing appreciation for lattes, mochas, and flat whites. Coffee culture in India is evolving, with traditional filter coffee giving way to innovative brews like Iced Tiramisu Cappuccino, Iced Red Velvet Cappuccino, and Iced Matcha Latte.” At the mall, he says cafés such as Fyole, Blue Tokai, Tim Hortons, Starbucks, and Third Wave Coffee are becoming hubs for these experimental drinks, catering to both Gen Z and older generations. With the growing demand, the mall now has at least two coffee shops on every floor where people can easily take a quick break, recharge, and continue their shopping spree.”

While you may not be able to go to the mall today, mid-day.com asked chefs for recipes to help you enjoy coffee in your home in different forms. They not only share recipes for the classic filter coffee but also other coffee-based desserts that can be easily made at home. So why don’t you put your chef’s hat on and get into the kitchen to make a unique version of the classic chocolate mousse or innovate with tiramisu and chia pudding to create something new.

Filter coffee

The classic filter coffee is irresistible and one that has to be made to perfection to enjoy it completely. Gopinath Vyraperumal, assistant food and beverage manager at Courtyard by Marriott, Goa Colva shares an easy recipe that will get you to start your journey to appreciate the south Indian filter coffee.

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