Coffee is a crucial cornerstone of culture -- and with so many options, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Don't let that lead to this mistake, however.

Breve This little number is a very rich mixture of espresso with steamed half and half (so, half cream, half milk). You can order it as a breve latte, or even breve cappuccino.

Half-and-half [breve] is also an additional charge. The cost of those two drinks as lattes is $10.24 or so!” So did the woman scam the mermaid (Starbucks) out of $5.42?

In case you're a breve newbie, here's the low down: It's like a latte, but instead of milk they steam up pure half-and-half. When I saw a (rather slender) woman ordering one at a cafe recently, I ...