Report: Schools spent $67K on cappuccino machines

An inspector's report shows Chicago Public Schools employees bent rules to spend $67,000 for espresso machines that largely haven't been used. The report shows the nation's third-largest district bought 30 cappuccino machines for a culinary arts program.

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Sam Corra, 21, 'draws' an image out of milk which he pours into cups of latte, cappuccino and hot chocolate. His intricate designs include pigs, rabbits, swans, dragons, angels and even an American indian complete with head-dress.

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There is a wide range of espresso-based drinks made with milk including latte, cappuccino, flat white, macchiato, and cafe-au-lait. Many people scratch their heads wondering what the difference is between these drinks.

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Italians fear that the good name of their coffee is being diluted by chain cafes passing off shoddy versions of espresso and cappuccino. Now officials are proposing to establish a gold standard for their national drink.

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It was as if someone had poured tons of coffee and milk into the ocean, then switched on a giant blender. Suddenly the shoreline north of Sydney were transformed into the Cappuccino Coast.

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Great coffee site discusses everyones favourite coffee drink types

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It's good to know that "real" coffee-houses still exist. The corporatization of coffee by culture killers like Mc$tar*ucks has done much to diminish the success of locally owned businesses.

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One of the reasons for the worldwide popularity of coffee is that the number of variations it can be prepared in. It is a very versatile drink and can be adapted to suit a range of palates.

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