Cappuccino Coffee Under Armenian Culture

Finally! A coffee community that isn't oddly about writing fiction! I have been visiting a lot of different coffee spaces as of late and working from them here and there, mostly searching for cafes that offer interesting varities in their coffee. I managed to find one that offered three different bean choices which was a great surprise, but a little closer to home sits a more cultural space that takes pride in the artistic education centre it offers, as well as supporting those of various disabilities. Today, our waiter was a deaf man. Though it doesn't take being hard at hearing to enjoy Machanents House, it just takes a great appreciation in the old ways. This space is quite large, featuring plenty of seating options, while being somewhat hidden from view in most of the area of Ejmiatsin. I'm sure most aren't even aware of the place. And it's certainly affordable, my cappuccino being about $2.50. As I type this, live Armenian music can be heard beneath me on the ground floor. The green of trees and plants surrounds, with Armenian rugs by the windows which block some of the harsher light that enters from the top floor where I sit.

For the price, the coffee is pretty good. It isn't too strong, nor is it too sweet. They provide a syrup instead of sugar if you wish to sweeten up the coffee yourself. That is seen in the second photography, which is a fish. Syrup poured from its mouth. Not a real fish, of course! But it is little elements of this space that make it so appealing. The artistic side that offers crafts made from those who visit, the artistic atmosphere which is perfect for coming and enjoying coffee while getting some peace, as well as slight culture without it being a bit too distracting and obnoxious. I have been to many cafes here in Armenia, and usually one thing remains at fault: the atmosphere. Either being a bit too cheap on the interior design, or lacking basic awareness such as making the music far too loud. In regards to the menu, it offers more than just the cappuccino, you can buy (and for a cheaper price) pretty much anything, as well as more cultural coffee options that are labelled "Eastern". Not to forget that it also boasts a decent food menu that goes beyond the basics, again into the cultural side of Armenia.

Such places are often a rarity. To be able to sit and relax and enjoy every aspect of life here. And to be able to integrate deeper into the culture through its rich coffee history is just another benefit. I have been to this place before, but during the height of winter, where it was significantly more empty, less lively, and I didn't check out the coffee. Though I have been surprised even more by this place, to have fallen a bit more in love with it as the nature returned to the land, and my thirst for coffee is at its height with those sleepy mornings. If you ever find yourself in Armenia, come to Machanents House in Ejmiatsin. It is a little more out from Yerevan, but I think that's where it shines.

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