Milano Coffee is the first Toronto location for what’s already a Canadian coffee institution. The company’s operated three branded cafes in the Vancouver area for years – but, before that, it was known internationally for its prize-winning espresso blends, scoring numerous medals at international coffee competitions. Read More
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Coffee Rock Stars: Indie Shops Stick it to Corporate Coffee Culture
Robert Mangelsdorf of WE Vancouver writes, “Turko is one of a growing number of artisan coffeemakers who are finding success by following their passion for the bean.” read more
Bean There
Montecristo’s Tim Pawsey writes, “Chances are any encounter with Brian Turko will be memorable…The driving force behind Milano Coffee Roasters sips, talks, eats, sleeps, and breathes the roasted bean.” read more
Why Good Espresso Matters, Just in Case You Forgot
Kate Maclennan from BC Business writes, “Vancouver is synonymous with coffee culture, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t more room for innovation…Early on it was Brian Turko’s acute tasting palate that made him a stand out in east Vancouver’s coffee community.” read more
Our Best Shot
Espresso has struck a chord in Vancouver as the true test of coffee connoisseurship. Mia Stainsby from The Vancouver Sun writes, “Real coffee lovers drink espresso, neat. Brian Turko of Milano Espresso Lounge took gold at an international competition at the godhead of espresso – Italy.” read more