Quarta (original)

Quarta is the coffee of Salento, the sun-drenched southern tip of Puglia, where nearly every café proudly displays its name. Step inside, and they’ll serve you a scalding shot of liquid darkness—bold, intense, unmistakably of this place.

But Quarta isn’t just for cafés. It’s a lifeline for those rare hours when the espresso bars are closed, or for the quiet moments at home before you’re ready to step outside—no matter how breathtaking the world may be. Instead, the familiar golden bag waits on the counter, filled with finely ground espresso, ready for the caffettiera, the stovetop maker found in every Italian kitchen.

As the coffee gurgles and brews, the morning light catches the crinkled foil of the bag, reflecting warmth as rich as the Salento sun itself. Have a cup… or two… and savor the beauty of light and form, hiding in the simplest moments, waiting to be noticed.