The Tiramisu: How It Became So Popular (Ep #1)

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  • Tiramisu is, I think, the best way to eat your coffee! To start our Classics of Coffee series on it, we wanted to uncover more about the origins of this dessert, where it came from and how it became so popular worldwide.
    We'll dive into recipes, techniques and ingredients (beyond just getting super weird about the coffee) as we journey towards an Ultimate Tiramisu recipe.
    Thank you so much to Francesco and his team at Twissen for their support on this project and to Carlo Campeol and Massimo Linguanotto for speaking with us.
    Here’s a Short video we filmed to taste the top 5 tiramisus in Treviso from last year’s Tiramisu World Cup: • Tasting Five Of The Be...
    The Tiramisu series continues!
    Episode 2: • TH-cam's Best Tiramis...
    Episode 3: • I Judged The Tiramisu ...
    Episode 4: • A Very Deep Dive Into ...
    Credits:
    - Photographs of Le Beccherie restaurant - photo credit: Christian Bazzo, courtesy of Gheusis srl and Le Beccherie
    - Mario Cosolo illustration - courtesy of ‘Il vero tiramisù lo fai con la ricetta della Coppa Vetturino’, Scatti di Gusto (12 October 2016)
    - Deed n. 7947, codifying the 'Legitimate' Recipe for Tiramisu - Accademia della Cucina Italiana
    - Photograph of Ado and Alba Campeol, used with permission from the Campeol family.
    - Photograph of Antonietta Biasin Campeol, used with permission from the Campeol family.
    - Photograph of Roberto ‘Loli’ Linguanotto with his son, Fabio - courtesy of the Linguanotto family.
    - Photograph of the Campeol family and Roberto ‘Loli’ Linguanotto - courtesy of Clara and Gigi Padovani, [www.mytiramisu.it](www.mytiramisu.it/)
    - Archive footage courtesy of KinoLibrary.
    - La Cucina Italiana, November 2022 edition - photo credit: Guido Barbagelata
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  • @danielkarmy4893
    @danielkarmy4893 ปีที่แล้ว +971

    When Carlo stopped himself and said that actually, every interpretation is valid, so it's not unfortunate...as an artist, there is so much I can learn from that. I hope I do.

    • @elspethtirel
      @elspethtirel ปีที่แล้ว +158

      His statement struck a nice balance. Every interpretation is valid... But the interpretation is also not the original thing. A wildly different take on tiramisu can be great and should exist, but it is not necessarily tiramisu. We could all stand to understand both sides of that idea, I think.

    • @cruachan1191
      @cruachan1191 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      That's a nice (and rare!) thing to hear, so often on TH-cam especially when someone puts their own spin on an Italian dish (and not just Italian, happens with a lot of food) people get very upset about it.

    • @TheVi5
      @TheVi5 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      I agree, that moment stuck with me more than maybe any other in the video. As a result I think it’d be appropriate (and I’d enjoy watching) for James to explore a good solid Tiramisu recipe as well as a handful of popular/interesting/wild interpretations.
      I want to see those spin-offs, especially dairy and egg free options, but I’m honestly just super excited to see James tear down and build up a solid but simple tiramisu recipe.

    • @Leo-sd3jt
      @Leo-sd3jt ปีที่แล้ว +26

      This is inspiring me to create tiramisoup

    • @tacodias
      @tacodias ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Words of someone that has some wisdom!

  • @brekkoh
    @brekkoh ปีที่แล้ว +1166

    James has been thanking me for watching over 4 years now, such a standup guy

    • @segamble1679
      @segamble1679 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      And hoping you'll have a great day. That's a lot of great days!

    • @DoozyyTV
      @DoozyyTV ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Damn, I thought he was speaking to me all that time, feelsbad

    • @MartoLun
      @MartoLun ปีที่แล้ว +6

      "Please, enjoy."

    • @cbrad-eo6nt
      @cbrad-eo6nt ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope he has a great day

  • @danielbum912
    @danielbum912 ปีที่แล้ว +714

    James is the kind of guy to leave the table and enjoy his Tiramisu alone in peace.

    • @somedudesstuff801
      @somedudesstuff801 ปีที่แล้ว +62

      tiramisu is better in a dark corner away from other people.

    • @MythicMagus
      @MythicMagus ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Pretty sure it was more for the benefit of the others at the table as well as to make sure he didn't have a ton of background noise for that portion of the video.

    • @JackieBaisa
      @JackieBaisa ปีที่แล้ว +16

      HA! I loved when he did that. Like he needed to be alone with his slice of Tiramisu to enjoy it fully. Of course, there are 100K+ people that are watching...

    • @xZodax
      @xZodax ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Alone with his 1.69 million subscribers

    • @connormatthews522
      @connormatthews522 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MythicMagus no shit sherlock, he was joking

  • @ChristinaConte
    @ChristinaConte ปีที่แล้ว +460

    Thank you for spreading the word, James! As a Tiramisù World Cup judge (2022), I loved watching this excellent explanation of the history of tiramisù and its connection to Treviso. Anyone who is interested in competing in the Tiramisù World Cup later this year (Oct 2023) in Treviso, please join in the fun (or just come to watch and taste)!

    • @cullly
      @cullly ปีที่แล้ว +40

      It would be really cool if James came up with his own recipe and then went to this years Tiramisù world cup with it.

    • @error.418
      @error.418 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I definitely want to taste...

    • @123afekete321
      @123afekete321 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where do I sign up?

    • @tvk2tvk
      @tvk2tvk ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hi, I tried tiramisu in 28 countries now. I experiment tiramisu recipes. Is it possible for normal people to compete?

    • @KeithOlson
      @KeithOlson ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cullly Why would you be so cruel as to put down and mock someone who is passionate about something? Why not just allow them to enjoy their journey?

  • @ashleysays
    @ashleysays ปีที่แล้ว +2040

    FATHER YOU’RE BACK

  • @nomorenames7323
    @nomorenames7323 ปีที่แล้ว +433

    Not only is he back, he’s back with the first tiramisu episode. We’ve been waiting for this.

  • @1Fruitninja1
    @1Fruitninja1 ปีที่แล้ว +349

    I love how well this video is composed, in every way. Visually, acoustically, dramaturgically. And in these times, it is a beautiful symbol of Europe, being full of appreciation of other cultures and adapting them to something new. Truly made my day :)

    • @JackieBaisa
      @JackieBaisa ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Well done, inserting "dramaturgically" into a conversation!

    • @donnatartt1531
      @donnatartt1531 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mine too, his videos are always so aesthetically beautiful yet calming. Such a pleasure to watch!

    • @error.418
      @error.418 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      How'd you feel about the mise-en-scène? The soliloquy? The supernumeraries? A good thespian will have opinions.

    • @Anewevisual
      @Anewevisual ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ??????

    • @JRE-ut2tb
      @JRE-ut2tb 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@error.418that is some advanced vocab. 🙂

  • @Robinzorz
    @Robinzorz ปีที่แล้ว +152

    This is a fantastic video. The production on this is so good. It really feels like one of the better BBC travel series. The shots are great, the interviews exactly what you want to have, James as the perfect host: lovely and giving space to the people who star in this video (Carlo and Massimo).
    It's really beyond anything I used to expect from any youtube video.
    Also, I am now really craving a good Tiramisu.

    • @W4ldgeist
      @W4ldgeist ปีที่แล้ว +10

      That’s a thing… BBC has some amazing cinematographers and camera men. Top Gear looked better than many action movies. Many nature docs are so breathtaking. No idea what they put in their tea, but it makes for great visuals :D

  • @AlexcasaCVC
    @AlexcasaCVC ปีที่แล้ว +52

    James, I'm from Treviso and live abroad since 12 years now. Watching this video almost had me tear up. Thank you for going there and and showing the whole world a piece of my hometown and its Tiramisù story. I think everyone from the area will be incredibly thankful for this.

  • @yolandenardi8949
    @yolandenardi8949 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    I'm a retired Australian living in Venice for a year and I enjoyed watching this. My son in Melbourne follows you and sent me the link. I'd always presumed Tiramisu had been around forever not just in my generation. I'm going to visit Treviso, find Le Beccheria and try it myself. Thank you for not feeling you had to find minor faults with this dish, enjoy it or not I say.

  • @michaelchataignier4848
    @michaelchataignier4848 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    What started as "here are some neat tips to brew great coffee at home" has evolved into something close to Netflix' Chef's Table. And I love every second of it. Thank you very much, James, for taking us with you on this journey. Hats tipped and sucess well-deserved. All the best from Berlin to you and the whole(some) comment section!

  •  ปีที่แล้ว +104

    Amazing video! Your insight into the history of tiramisu is accurate and interesting. Collaborating with you and your staff was a pleasure. See you soon in Treviso for the competition!

    • @francescoredi7528
      @francescoredi7528 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      After that trip, he's an expert of tiramisu :-)

    • @saramarchetti6803
      @saramarchetti6803 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Would love to join you next time!

    • @andrewlainguk
      @andrewlainguk ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yes - James, are you going to compete? It look like the gauntlet has been laid at your feet here.

  • @andy_cooks
    @andy_cooks ปีที่แล้ว +102

    Fantastic video mate!

  • @giorgionegro5750
    @giorgionegro5750 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    As a "trevigiano" I loved to see this round up of the story of Tiramisu. It would be interesting to see how different coffee (in roasting and in method) impact the flavour of the dessert because a lot of good tiramisu I had in my life were made with mediocre coffee and usually almost always on the darker side

    • @santibanks
      @santibanks ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I think this is the unanswered question in this video: what kind of coffee was originally used in this recipe, exactly because the brew method and roast have big impact on the flavour and perhaps even the texture.

    • @Uddinina
      @Uddinina ปีที่แล้ว

      @@santibanks well, as regards brew method, it was moka, given the period it was born.

  • @joemccall8991
    @joemccall8991 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    You've proven time and time again that stepping outside the studio and expanding the format will always be a winner. You nailed it again and can't wait for the tiramisu deep-dive.
    My familial version follows the traditional and we just give the biscuits a quick introduction to the espresso/coffee; Never soaking for more than a second, kiss on the cheek then move on. Look forward to seeing your interpretation of this classic!

  • @maxhaibara8828
    @maxhaibara8828 ปีที่แล้ว +135

    I really love this kind of series. It reminds me of Alex (French Guy Cooking) too. I can't wait for all of the episodes!

    • @toulcaz31
      @toulcaz31 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      They contributed on an episode before for Eclair au Café 🙂

    • @mrclueuin
      @mrclueuin ปีที่แล้ว

      Right on the money with that one! 👍

    • @Glyn-Leine
      @Glyn-Leine ปีที่แล้ว +3

      i know right! very similar vibes, maybe we'll see alex in this series too!

    • @maxhaibara8828
      @maxhaibara8828 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Glyn-Leine you might be right

    • @hillbilly8621
      @hillbilly8621 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I would watch an actual James Hoffman food/travel series 100%

  • @Athrix94
    @Athrix94 ปีที่แล้ว +141

    YESSSS HE HAS RETURNED!!
    SO excited to see you again James. Thank you for your amazing, and quality content that has made me better coffee at home.

  • @guyroach
    @guyroach ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I remember the episode you all did for chasing the ultimate Espresso Affogato and how egg based ice creams did a lot to negatively affect the taste of the coffee. I would be interested in seeing how the relationship between egg and coffee is addressed in chasing your ultimate tiramisu.

  • @cruachan1191
    @cruachan1191 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    My sister used to work in an Italian restaurant. Although we're in Scotland it set itself apart by trying to be more "authentic" Italian rather than the versions of dishes that had travelled, or at least that was the owner's vision (He was Italian BTW). He taught my sister to make Tiramisu and to this day she can still make it, at incredible speed, and it's absolutely delicious. She usually asks me to make the coffee for it when she makes it for family meals, as she knows she'll get good coffee.

    • @lonestarr1490
      @lonestarr1490 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How do you prepare the coffee for your sister's Tiramisu?

    • @cruachan1191
      @cruachan1191 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@lonestarr1490 French Press usually due to the amount she wants

    • @lonestarr1490
      @lonestarr1490 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@cruachan1191 And just as you would drink it, I suppose? Not particularly strong or something?

    • @lja1993
      @lja1993 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      can I ask where about in scotland, because I know a few places that fit the description!

    • @cruachan1191
      @cruachan1191 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@lonestarr1490 A wee bit stronger than normal as it gets balanced out by the sugar in the sponge fingers, certainly not Moka Pot or espresso strength though.

  • @MrHarlequin2316
    @MrHarlequin2316 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Learning the origin of Tiramasu - interesting
    Hearing how the recipe has evolved from those who witnessed it - fascinating
    Seeing James on a bridge, enveloped in a giant heart - Priceless.

  • @dhammer5842
    @dhammer5842 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I feel like you can't fully get the vibe of Tiramisu without exploring another Italian dessert/beverage classic, zabaione. This is clearly the inspiration for the egg yoke foam that is incorporated with the Mascarpone to both stabilize it and give that unique tart note to it that you don't get from other cream cheeses.
    Finding the best of each ingredients would be incredibly fun, both the ultimate, meaning that which is sourced from an artisan cheese maker in Italy, an artisan baker for the lady fingers, a heritage hen farmer for the eggs, and of course the finest coffee to add that flavorful kick of bitterness to the dish but brewed expertly to bring out all of the other flavor notes that can only enhance the dish further. Additionally it might be interesting to find the "Best Widely Available Version", meaning ingredients that can be sourced widely through shipment from bakers for the Lady Fingers or cheese makers for the Mascarpone, and Rosters for the coffee.
    In case its not obvious I love this dessert, its near perfect IMHO so I'm excited to see where this goes.

  • @StefanoMalfettani
    @StefanoMalfettani ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I’m so intrigued by this new series of episodes about tiramisu! My foreign friends always expect from me, average Italian living abroad, a perfect tiramisu. I hope that James will be able to scientifically dissect the recipe and give to me all the knowledge to create my personal family recipe.
    Some questions that I would like to be answered:
    1. which side/sides of the savoiardo should meet the coffee, and which side should be down on the tiramisu
    2. How to make a perfect mascarpone cream
    3. How many levels of savoiardi
    4. What kind of coffee

  • @shpalman7
    @shpalman7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I've lived in Italy for more than 20 years, I've eaten a lot of tiramisù and I make a pretty good one myself. A 2-cup moka makes the right amount of coffee for 12 savoiardi biscuits, and I sweeten the coffee a bit before I pour it on the biscuits. I really don't like it when there's a pool of cold coffee in the bottom of the dish. It's also worth experimenting with how much of the sugar to put in with the whites before you beat them (the rest goes in with the yolks and cheese) because no sugar makes it very dry and hard to fold into the yolks-cheese mix while all the sugar means it never takes on much air. Also, don't overdo it with the cocoa powder on top or it spoils to mouth feel.

  • @knutpohl339
    @knutpohl339 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Outstanding cinematography! Portrait lighting, script, structure, pace - it works perfectly in unison!

  • @MrPAB34
    @MrPAB34 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    A coffee story, a travel story and a history lesson all wrapped up in 13 minutes - Bellissimo!

  • @chrismartin8212
    @chrismartin8212 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I love the fact that the video has been out for less than an hour and there is already 100+ comments. We have all been waiting -rather impatiently - for this video and upcoming series. I for one would love to see you looking into each ingredient trying to optimize them the way you do with coffee. I loved your coffee cake video. I would like to see this series be like that but so much more.

  • @tacodias
    @tacodias ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is by far my favorite video of yours James!
    The amount of obsession, dedication and bonding that the people on the video have over a little bit of desert is delightful!
    Really well captured!

  • @8leggedsquirrel521
    @8leggedsquirrel521 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Your new episodes make my day!
    Thank you for the high quality content and your time, effort, research, attention to detail and sense of humor.
    Your content matters to me. Thank you!

  • @camilla1708
    @camilla1708 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    So excited about this series, this starting episode was fantastic! The amount of work you and your team must have put into it is greatly appreciated! It was really lovely being introduced to the history of tiramisu, by some of the people who had real-life connections to it and were passionate to talk about it :) Thank you!

  • @tylerhagan6102
    @tylerhagan6102 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I have such nostalgic memories of working in a mom&pop Italian restaurant in my teen years and having the owner's wife creating some of the most incredible tasting home-made Tiramisu's. Thanks for the memories with this great video James!

  • @jonathanwhitehorn5808
    @jonathanwhitehorn5808 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I have never been more excited for a video than I am for an oncoming Ultimate Tiramisu video.

  • @phyphor
    @phyphor ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The sheer kindness and admiration you hold for the subject of the video, not just the dessert but the people too, is as present here as ever and it is a wondrous delight.

  • @BlackOut321123
    @BlackOut321123 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "Each interpretation is valid". In that a unique video was born, of an Italian acknowledging that his family recipe isn't the only correct one in the universe...

  • @louisborsato7676
    @louisborsato7676 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    James, thank you so much for making this video. This one is close to my heart. My father who passed away last August at the age of 91 was from a small town just outside of Treviso, called Postioma. My father would frequently visit Treviso during his early years. He probably enjoyed eating tiramisu during his visits to the city.
    Even after immigrating Canada, my father would request my mother make him tiramisu for his birthdays.
    It was his all-time favourite dessert!
    Cheers!

  • @Platypi007
    @Platypi007 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This format, and the fact you're breaking it out into a series, feels so much in the same vein as what Alex does and I love it! Looking forward to the rest!

  • @Elliecharlie
    @Elliecharlie ปีที่แล้ว

    So happy to see you again James and so excited for what’s to come!

  • @bassgebrummel9048
    @bassgebrummel9048 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is such a good mini-documentary like wow for some reason this really hit the sweet spot for me
    The editing was on point, the cinematography and the balance between the interviewees talking and James, really really well done!

  • @jawalczak
    @jawalczak ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I absolutely love tiramisu, it's not too sweet, creamy and light. I don't like many cakes because they tend to be overwhelming with sweetness, but this one has a special place in my heart.

    • @lilbatz
      @lilbatz ปีที่แล้ว

      The tiramisu my aunt made was exactly like this. It was considered like chicken noodle soup. Something to build your health back up. Like the one son said, it was for grandmothers, new mothers and kids. Not a uber bougie dessert.
      God I miss it.

  • @opensourcer1
    @opensourcer1 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is wonderful. it's great how you are traveling and interviewing and digging in to the Tiramisu history. Looking forward to more on this series!

  • @LifeByKpop
    @LifeByKpop ปีที่แล้ว

    YAY! A new video and a new series! 🤗 I've never tried Tiramisu but I gotta try it now after this video and reading the comments. I hope to see many more videos from you in the future James. Much thanks to you and your team.

  • @mikevany1398
    @mikevany1398 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Tiramisu is that one dessert I had at an italian restaurant years ago while travelling that was amazing and I've never been able to recreate it and have it taste the same. I am so excited for this series!

    • @EggBastion
      @EggBastion ปีที่แล้ว +1

      SAME! And, weirdly a kind of cauliflower cheese dish too
      though not in that order
      not spectacular or revolutionary but breathtakingly competent
      a great regret that I never went back

    • @StGeorgedragonhunter
      @StGeorgedragonhunter ปีที่แล้ว

      strange, it's really easy and quick to make, that's also why it became this popular.
      I don't know how easy is to find mascarpone outside of italy though (or savoiardi, but there are a lot of substitute for the bisquits)

  • @bc-guy852
    @bc-guy852 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A brilliant episode James. Being of Italian descent and I have had hundreds of portions.
    I'm "sorry" you had to go to the considerable effort to tour Italy on our behalf to search and savour its roots but I'm sure glad you did. Salute.

  • @WhooNiki
    @WhooNiki ปีที่แล้ว

    Sooo excited that you are back! Love the vibes and the whole feeling of this episode! Can’t wait for more ❤

  • @Mihanik0
    @Mihanik0 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You James! Your travels are always interesting and informative, keep them coming!

  • @AJCCycling
    @AJCCycling ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Flippin heck, it just dawned on me that it’s just incredible content like this is just out there on TH-cam, for free… Madness! Great stuff as always, James.

  • @adamplace1414
    @adamplace1414 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    And now I'm hungry. Ever since Brian Lagerstrom's video on tiramisu came out I've been mildly obsessed with it (his pumpkin version was great for Thanksgiving dessert). Anything James has to add to this is only going to elevate my dessert game. Great video.

  • @Rehmoss
    @Rehmoss ปีที่แล้ว

    I have never been more excited for the next episode in a series!!!

  • @saforder
    @saforder ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the cinematography of this video, the tight focused shots of the interviews combined with the wide shots during the narrative sections. Really frames the video on the people and place.

  • @MaverickBaking
    @MaverickBaking ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video. Treviso is such an underrated city considering the world-famous dessert it gave us. Can't wait to see more from this series!

  • @olfrud
    @olfrud ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That "home" feeling about tiramisu is so true. I'm Austrian and in my family it's tradition to serve the tiramisu at special occasions...I like to think that it's not just because of the popularity of the dish but also because some of my family members from many generations before me migrated to Austria from Italy.

  • @shadow-wulf
    @shadow-wulf 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    We bought the Oracle 2 weeks ago, and so i started drinking coffee for the first time in my life (I'm 55, never drank it until now) i have been watching your videos (like a fiend) among others for the last month to learn everything to become a coffee nerd. Last weekend we had 8 for dinner, and i was the Barista for the night... my guests had thought i was some kind coffee Nazi when they saw my machine. When they found out i have only been drinking coffee/espresso for 2 weeks, they were nervous to order theirs after dinner... i have dialed in my machine, my beans, my recipes, my drink styles. I was informed by no less than 3 of the coffee drinkers that evening, that what i presented each of them was the best coffee/espresso they had had in years, or in one case, ever. So it seems that you truly do know what you're talking about. 😅

  • @johnharrison9317
    @johnharrison9317 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a wonderful journey. Thank you James.

  • @bunniesarecute3135
    @bunniesarecute3135 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    You’re back! I would love a deep dove into the different kinds of tiramisu that exist :) Carlo Campeol mentioned ”real” tiramisu to only consist of lady fingers, coffee, sugar, egg yolks, dark cocoa, and mascarpone, but i’d love for you to compare this recipe with more modern versions that might include whipped cream, liquor or egg whites, and how any variables affect the final product (and of course what kind of coffee is best to use). I’m looking forwards for more!

    • @joseph_p
      @joseph_p ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I find that egg whites make the dish a little lighter and fluffier, so that’s usually my preferred method!

  • @ferraraxx96
    @ferraraxx96 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    As an Italian, I’ve been waiting for your tiramisu recipe for a very long time. Can’t wait to see how you’re gonna handle this masterpiece, and I wanna say something. Tiramisu, like you said, is the dessert of the family, the first dessert you learn to make in Italy, the dessert you make at home. That’s why we ALWAYS make coffee to soak savoiardi in with the moka pot. I hate that coffee because it’s really really harsh and bitter (I know you can make good coffee out of it but in Italy, moka pot coffee is BAD 99,9% of the times, trust me). However, I think that the concept of a slightly bitter coffee for tiramisu is a good idea for the overall balance. I wouldn’t use a light-roasted coffee (that I normally prefer), but I guess that a more developed roast could be the right call. A good italian-espresso-roast profile. Curious to see what you’ll come up with! Bye 👋🏻

    • @segamble1679
      @segamble1679 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Love all this. Totally want James to dive into all those things. Also, I just went to Italy for the first time last summer, and was almost universally disappointed by the coffee. Very different taste preferences.

    • @ferraraxx96
      @ferraraxx96 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@segamble1679 Italian people will never admit that 99% of coffee they buy/make/drink is absolute trash!

    • @RobertSmith-up9rz
      @RobertSmith-up9rz ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Moka pot coffee is utter garbage. I have never ever had a near-decent one, no matter how good the person making it claimed it to be.

    • @Caffeine.And.Carvings
      @Caffeine.And.Carvings ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Robert Smith have you Tried the Hoffmann method from his mokka pot series?
      Im into super meticulous fancy espresso, but if I'm in a hurry a good moka also hits the spot and is quick to make. That is with all the hacks explored by James in his series. So preheated water, good coffee, paper filter and gentle heating. It gives a very good mix between filter and espresso :)

    • @SaddisticSpeller
      @SaddisticSpeller ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@RobertSmith-up9rz I have, using Hoffmann recipe for it. The only real issue is it’s harder to make then just a French press or Aeropress or pour over or… It can be made good, great even, but the effort you’re putting into it is simply not worth it relative to other options on the market.

  • @aikensource
    @aikensource ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos are so good. There is so much detail in care in their production. New uploads always make me very happy

  • @michelemaio8399
    @michelemaio8399 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thank you so much for your work James

  • @kibirocks
    @kibirocks ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The concept of uovo sbattuto is key here-a breakfast/snack/old-school Red Bull made of of beaten egg white and sugar (often with a touch of coffee) that in Italy universally recalls "nonna", "mamma", "home". Everyone their own story of sbattuto. To properly make your own tiramisù, you will need one too! 😃

  • @houstisiomcfinasto9665
    @houstisiomcfinasto9665 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I think it'd be fun to take a look at different coffees. Does it have to be an Italian style blend? Is there fun to be had with African or natural coffees?

  • @LorenzoSpolaor
    @LorenzoSpolaor ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi James, I'm glad you enjoyed my little city of Treviso! I saw you while you were filming, but didn't want to bother you while working, so I hope you had a nice stay ☕
    For those interested in visiting, Treviso has its own airport where many low-cost flies as "Venice Treviso" (Airport Antonio Canova, TSF), or you can reach us with a 20min train ride from Venice! Treviso is also where prosecco wine is made 🥂

  • @logicandlaughs
    @logicandlaughs ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this! Looking forward to the series!

  • @EricScottPhotography
    @EricScottPhotography ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I am making a tiramisu today and I am excited to try again with your recipe! A few things I hope you can cover:
    - In your earlier shirt, you mentioned the ladyfingers at Etto we’re still a bit crunchy but had lots of coffee flavour. I hope you can unlock this mystery.
    - How to make sure the raw eggs are safe. Should I be using pasteurized eggs or is there an option to heat them in the recipe?
    - Coffee options for people without espresso machines. I would love to see a V60 or Aeropress option for the tiramisu coffee, and maybe options for specialty instant too.
    ☕️ ☕️ ☕️

    • @RiveTheRat
      @RiveTheRat ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Perhaps a moka pot brew would be good for the task? Moka pots are as Italian as coffee gets, while also preserving the home-made spirit of the recipe

    • @uffa00001
      @uffa00001 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Eggs should come from legitimate "commercial" producer. You should not serve tiramisù made with your aunt's eggs, so to speak, as genuine and organically grown as they can be. Coffee for tiramisu should be made with a Moka, that's the normal and "original" way to do it, at home, and an inversion pot (a "napoletana") works just as well. I don't think a V60 would work equally well because there is just too much water in it (that's true in general). Lady fingers, "savoiardi", have this wonderful capability to absorb liquids without totally losing structure, they are full of "cavities" and they have something (don't ask me what, but it might be eggs addes somehow in the recipe) that makes them not-immediately permeable to liquids. It's like a plastic sponge, in a sense. The liquid fills the cavities of the biscuit without undoing the biscuit itself as it would happen with a "frollino".

    • @SeriousPigi
      @SeriousPigi ปีที่แล้ว

      Regarding the ladyfingers, the trick is to quickly dip them in coffee without waiting for them to soak completly. They will then absorb more humidity from the mascarpone when the dessert is assembled. So the key to not have soggy ladyfingers is the right timing between the dessert build up and its serving, which changes according to the water content of the mascarpone-egg cream and the initial soaking. Sounds complicated, but it's just trial and error. Quick dip and overnight rest usually work.

  • @rockwaved
    @rockwaved ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Fun fact: I was on a trip in Milan and as I was searching for speciality coffee shops, I found one called "Mascherpa" which is Speciality Coffee & Tiramisu shop. It was amazing.

    • @Djorak
      @Djorak ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I looked it up. Turns out I was staying a street away on my trip to Milan last summer and now I'm sad I didn't try the tiramisu or the coffee there.

    • @KevinJDildonik
      @KevinJDildonik ปีที่แล้ว

      A fun fact is a piece of obscure trivia that sheds light on the topic. This is just a pointless travel anecdote. A "fun fact" would be if you were the guy who filmed the dude talking about the brothels and you had additional info to share.

    • @red2theelectricboogaloo961
      @red2theelectricboogaloo961 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KevinJDildonik aye man nobody gives a fuck man maybe just keep that to yourself instead

    • @rockwaved
      @rockwaved ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KevinJDildonik A fun fact is that there is a place that is a tiramisu concept store & speciality coffee. It's an interesting fact, but I understand if the use of "fun fact" was not quite appropriate. Nonetheless, I don't see the need for criticism, especially since English is not my first language.

  • @AbdulMunimKazia
    @AbdulMunimKazia ปีที่แล้ว

    I thoroughly enjoyed this and I can't wait for the rest of this series.

  • @miltonfreeway1529
    @miltonfreeway1529 ปีที่แล้ว

    James, thank YOU for making the video, it has made my day that little bit more great!

  • @EdwardScape
    @EdwardScape ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Finally, the ultimate Tiramisu recipe is coming that we - the fans bullied James into making. Thank you!

  • @chemistrykrang8065
    @chemistrykrang8065 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well you asked... my partner is gluten intolerant (genuinely, diagnosed by a doctor, not a fad thing) and both of us are vegan. I dearly miss tiramisu, and would love to discover a version I can make at home with some lovely specialty coffee for us both to enjoy. So there's your challenge, James!
    Seriously, though, really looking forward to the series and I'm sure the added insight will let me figure something out for our unusual dietary weirdnesses.

    • @StGeorgedragonhunter
      @StGeorgedragonhunter ปีที่แล้ว

      you just need to take out the ladyfingers, or sub them for a gluten free alternative, it's not that hard

    • @chemistrykrang8065
      @chemistrykrang8065 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@StGeorgedragonhunter I haven't seen any gluten free lady finger biscuits that aren't made with egg. Plus the egg and mascarpone aren't suitable for vegans either and substitution isn't obvious... so it isn't as easy as you suggest.

  •  ปีที่แล้ว

    James and crew, thank you so much for your wonderful & clear work, powered by curiosity and love for food, coffee and their obvious cultural ramifications. Always a joy to see your vids.

  • @kanabapuka
    @kanabapuka ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for the informative video. Looking forward to the series.

  • @daveschwartz7817
    @daveschwartz7817 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video! Please do more of these videos exploring other coffee related subjects. Looking forward to your upcoming tiramisu videos, too!

  • @od1koneod171
    @od1koneod171 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this one James! Have fun finding your Tiramisu!

  • @alfhaku
    @alfhaku ปีที่แล้ว

    James talking about tiramisù feels so right. I’m waiting for the rest of episodes !! Thank you!

  • @robbietrail80
    @robbietrail80 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! I'm looking forward to the next installment.

  • @ThemBEanss
    @ThemBEanss ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic piece, I’d be happy to wait longer between uploads for videos with this quality!

  • @andrewnieves4453
    @andrewnieves4453 ปีที่แล้ว

    Always a pleasure to watch your videos. I just want you to know I do enjoy coffee with your videos. Can't wait for these recipes!!

  • @wkapteijn
    @wkapteijn ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the history, amazing stories & great quality video again!

  • @josephpaolo3335
    @josephpaolo3335 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like this kinds of videos. Thank you, James!

  •  ปีที่แล้ว

    First time commenting on one of James' videos, just because after all this time talking my favourite non-alcoholic beverage, he's now going full-on video-series on my favourite dessert, the Tiramisu. funny story: I make it a point to taste every single tiramisu I find, in restaurants or dinner parties.. and keeping score in my mind of what is the best. So I'll be following along James's journey to the heart and soul of the Tiramisu, eagerly awayting his conclusions... 'cause this start is already making my mouth water... Thanks for making great videos James!

  • @nicolemilazzo7467
    @nicolemilazzo7467 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great video 👏🏻. Getting a better understanding of the evolution of this great desert has left me inspired to experiment and find my own ‘best version’ for my family 🥰

  • @hubertp163
    @hubertp163 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic. Looking forward seeing the next part!

  • @menamgamg
    @menamgamg ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite desert without a doubt :D looking forward to the next vid!

  • @BrewtusRoasting
    @BrewtusRoasting ปีที่แล้ว

    One of your best videos yet! Fantastic story! Bravo!

  • @JohnHausser
    @JohnHausser ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Most underrated TH-cam channel! Hands down
    Cheers from San Diego California

  • @davidturner6427
    @davidturner6427 ปีที่แล้ว

    So I started watching recently having just bought a coffee machine and loved all of his content. But this vide certified to me, that James' videos have a quality that is truly valuable to me and to culture in the sense that he examines the creation of popular ideas in coffee and food

  • @awineandfoodnerd
    @awineandfoodnerd ปีที่แล้ว

    This introduction was wonderful. Very much looking forward to your deep dive into the layers, if you will, of tiramisu on your journey to create your ultimate one.

  • @PovlKvols
    @PovlKvols ปีที่แล้ว

    Bring out on! 😁 Thank you for sharing.

  • @IchBinPowerPaul
    @IchBinPowerPaul ปีที่แล้ว

    That was really wholesome. Thank You.

  • @jamesrael9557
    @jamesrael9557 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for such a beautiful first video of the year. Has become worth the wait… contrary to my rumblings the last month.

  • @vedranstefan1657
    @vedranstefan1657 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please make a lot of this videos! This is awesome!

  • @Dyonamik
    @Dyonamik ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is just a wonderful video to put it simply, well done!

  • @thijsd
    @thijsd ปีที่แล้ว

    It's a delight to hear these Italians talk about tiramisu. Beautiful portraits of these people.

  • @omi6816
    @omi6816 ปีที่แล้ว

    Soo looking forward for this series

  • @pamelapilling6996
    @pamelapilling6996 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very interesting. Can't wait for the next installment.

  • @MegaMacReal
    @MegaMacReal ปีที่แล้ว

    This on-location material has a welcome energy, a dynamic

  • @efferus
    @efferus ปีที่แล้ว

    You should return to Italy often James, so much coffee history and recipes to explore! This was wonderfully put together, thanks for sharing. ☕

  • @SeanMarcusFilms
    @SeanMarcusFilms ปีที่แล้ว

    This is an incredible documentary James, thank you for this!

  • @guillaumedep1
    @guillaumedep1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very much into culinary history and love this channel. Talk about a perfect balance to go along with this sublimely balanced dish! Thanks for the video.

  • @RVtwentynine
    @RVtwentynine ปีที่แล้ว

    Yeeeah at last ! We’ve been waiting for it for so long since you first talked about it and now, the journey begins. Great idea to start the serie in the birth town of that dessert (I didn’t know it but look forward to go and taste it at Le Beccherie). I’d say the more episodes the better 😅

  • @PaoloFilardi
    @PaoloFilardi ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm Italian and I simply love this content. Thanks.

  • @ThePerradox
    @ThePerradox ปีที่แล้ว

    Great to see a new video. I've been mainlineing my 3 favourite videos of yours. Most of all of course the almighty Barriseur video, to which I am addicted.

  • @user-qg7tk2lj4j
    @user-qg7tk2lj4j ปีที่แล้ว

    fantastic video. loved how he took himself out of the resteraunt setting and went to a separate room with good audio, lighting and so on. certainly a pre-planned move, but fantastic for the video and shows amazing planning and mindset when doing what is basically an "experience vlog", but retaining informational as a key point.
    its what makes james and his team such a high quality youtube channel.