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So, aside from what I imagine is a really advantageous location for the truck, (I went to the one on the lot of Anderson Honda, on Embarcadero, I can only imagine how many folks swing by there while they’re cars are getting worked on,) Eric was as surprising and personable as baristas come.
I approached the van to ask if he took cards (they don’t, sadly,) and since I was short on cash, I was about to walk away, but Eric stopped me with a «Hold on! Italians don’t let anybody go off without some coffee.» He asked me what I’d like, pulled me a shot of espresso, and handed it over, no questions asked. It was very well executed, and came out not too hot, nor too cool. Perfect sipping temperature.
We chatted a bit while I sipped the coffee, which tasted like a well balanced medium roast a little on the sweeter side, about his business, about what went into his logic on making blends, and how they roast the coffee nearby. I wish I could tell you more about the menu, but I suppose a coffee joint is more about the experience than it is about the product line.
Now, beyond the generosity of the freebie and the quality of the espresso, I just wanted to highlight the sense of neighborliness I got from Eric. The only real payment he wanted was my assurance that I pay it forward. Well, while I do, at least let me leave this as a gratuity. Thanks Eric!