Look, you’ve actually got my respect because you're a curious one, aren't you? But here’s the thing: I’d be dead keen to hear all about your traditions in Romania. It’s a country that absolutely fascinates me. In exchange, I’ll show you how we do a proper Argentine ritual. It’d be a right interesting connection, don’t you think? A real clash of worlds. But first, have a go at this mate... let's see if you can handle the 80°C 'mateína' without flinching. And since we’re getting comfortable... a kiss, just to seal the deal.
–@cher27
Ritual, huh? Sounds fun. A kiss even more so. You have such a poetic use of language as well. The way you speak sounds like a dance. Graceful, yet teasing.
I know next to nothing about "mateína", but if it's anything like Balkan-style Turkish coffee, I'll enjoy it. Coffee's a social affair, and there's a strong hospitality culture. But if you're not immediately being asked if you want coffee when you visit someone's house, Bucharest is also full of cafés. We love a good espresso. Dark roast, no milk, a little sugar sometimes. Although our espresso is technically a doppio, you'll never see anyone refer to it as such. And the cappuccinos at some places would make an Italian cry: coffee with a bit of whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon. Order a coffee at any Romanian café, and they'll give you an espresso. Drink it slowly with a cigarette. That's a real Balkan breakfast, haha.
Romania's an old country. We have a lot of traditions and superstitions. Not to mention folklore, seeing how we're the birthplace of Count motherfucking Dracula.
