Fulda is probably not among the first destinations on anyone's "Places to see in Germany." It is close to the geographic centre of modern Germany and a city of about 64,000 in Hesse. It has numerous examples of extravagant Baroque architecture, has a castle-palace from 1712 and one of the best coffee shops to be found "out here in the sticks." Karin, Andor and I went there for a visit today and it was well worth it. We have absolutely no personal interest in the place so I won't hesitate to share my observations about it. I'll put some pictures up as well.
After perusing the attractively decorated front window, the first impression a visitor receives upon entering the shop is a 5 kg Probat roaster and further on a 2-group Faema E61 Legend. I spoke with the owner and her husband and then ordered an espresso, Karin had a cappuccino and Andor watched attentively. The espresso was made from Brazilian "Santos" beans, medium-dark roasted (Full City +, well into second crack I'm guessing) and was clean, chocolaty with virtually no bitterness. The pleasant acidity had a fruit note that lasted well into the aftertaste. Karin was impressed with the cappuccino and noted that it was the best she has ever had outside of our home. Both espresso and cappuccino were served with a chocolate coated coffee bean and a glass of water.
Sweets and light meals are served, there are chairs out front on the sidewalk and there is a lovely and very sunny "coffee garden" in back with comfortable chairs and attractive tables. Inside the general feeling is of "less is more" with modest, but comfortable furnishings and a large variety of espresso machines, grinders, mocha pots and various coffee paraphernalia. In addition to two house blends, 25 different SOs are available with fresh roast dates.
All-in-all KaffeeKultur is worth going out of your way to visit if you are passing anywhere nearby. Website in German: www.kaffeekultur-fulda.de