— Journal

Notes, recipes, rituals.

Small notes from our counter: why we choose a certain coffee, how to brew a tea, what's happening in the kitchen. Nothing theoretical — just things we actually do. More stories are available in Italian.

Avocado toast and iced coffee — brunch at FYSA in San Giovanni

The café · 25 September 2026

Brunch in San Giovanni, Rome — the FYSA guide

Avocado toast, waffles, French pastry, MOF-roasted specialty coffee, matcha and cold brew tea: what our brunch looks like — and the trick to skip the weekend queue.

 Matcha latte and iced latte in front of the glowing FYSA sign

Tea · 12 September 2026

Matcha in Rome — an honest guide to the most misunderstood green tea

What ceremonial grade means, why matcha should never be bitter, and how we prepare our signature matcha drinks — from lattes to Kyoto-style usucha.

 Filter coffee with carafe and Tribute producer card at FYSA

Coffee · 22 July 2026

What makes a specialty coffee special

What specialty coffee is, how it differs from a traditional bar, and why it costs a little more. A quick guide from people who choose it every day.