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The History of the Moka Pot
The Moka Pot is an important symbol of Italian culture. It is found in 90% of Italian homes. It is shown in several art and design museums around the world. The history of the moka pot involves the 2nd industrial revolution, fascism, futurism and war. The name of the coffee maker derives from the name of the city Mocha, in Yemen, a country that is a major exporter of coffee. The moka pot was invented in 1933 by Alfonso Bialetti who worked in France for 10 years in the aluminu
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