Pasta should be eaten al dente for better digestion, and short pastas like penne are easier to manage with a fork. In Italy, coffee culture emphasizes traditional drinks, avoiding variations. Italians prefer to drink coffee at the counter, as take-out coffee loses its flavor due to paper cups. Meal times are important, with lunch served until 3 p.m. and dinner until around 10 or 10:30 p.m., reflecting the structured dining culture in Italy.
A word of advice: Rather than cutting your pasta into smaller bites, you can choose a "short" pasta, such as penne, tortiglioni, and conchiglie, which are easier to eat with a fork.
In Italy, coffee is serious business and does not require too many modifications or variations, with common choices being cappuccino, macchiato, or decaf.
If you need caffeine in the afternoon, order caffè, which is espresso, but you never say espresso.
Kitchens in Italy are rarely open around the clock, with lunch typically served until about 3 p.m. and dinner running until 10 or 10:30 p.m.
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