Our History
Inter Amicos
Among friends.
At Tayo, Inter Amicos is more than a phrase — it is a way of being.
It speaks to moments shared, conversations that linger, and the quiet comfort of belonging.
A Unique Journey – from Greece to the Phillipines
Every journey begins with a simple idea. Ours began in Greece where long tables, shared plates, and endless conversations are part of everyday life. Where coffee is never rushed, and meals are meant to bring people closer.
When that spirit traveled across seas to the Philippines, it found a new home. Here, warmth lives not only in the sun, but in the people. The laughter, the hospitality, the love for gathering it felt familiar. TAYO Inter Amicos was born from that connection. A meeting of cultures, a blending of flavors, a space where mediterranean soul meets tropical heart.
From Greece to the Philippines, the journey continues — Among friends.
My Life with coffee
The Story of Coffee in Greece
Origins: Ottoman Influence (15th–19th Century)
Coffee first arrived in Greek lands during the period of the Ottoman Empire, which ruled much of Greece from the 15th century until the early 19th century.
Coffee culture was already thriving in cities like Constantinople, and it gradually spread to Greek territories. Traditional Greek coffee (similar to Turkish coffee) was brewed in a small pot called a briki and served in small cups with grounds at the bottom.
Coffeehouses, known as kafeneia, became social hubs for men to gather, discuss politics, play backgammon, and exchange news.
After Greek Independence (19th Century)
Following the Greek War of Independence (1821–1830), Greece began shaping its own national identity. Coffee culture remained strong, but the term “Turkish coffee” was widely used until the 20th century.
By the late 19th century, European-style cafés began appearing in cities like Athens and Thessaloniki, influenced by French and Italian café traditions.
The Birth of Frappé (1957)
One of the most important moments in Greek coffee history happened in 1957 at the Thessaloniki International Fair.
A representative of Nestlé accidentally created what would become the famous Greek frappé by mixing instant coffee with cold water and shaking it.
The iced, foamy coffee became hugely popular, especially during Greece’s hot summers, and defined Greek coffee culture for decades.
The Freddo Era (1990s–Today)
In the 1990s, Greece developed another coffee innovation: the Freddo espresso and Freddo cappuccino — iced versions of Italian espresso drinks, adapted to Greek tastes.
Coffee culture expanded beyond traditional kafeneia to modern cafés filled with young people, students, and professionals. Greece now has one of the highest per-capita coffee consumption rates in Europe.
Coffee is no longer just a drink in Greece — it’s a social ritual. Greeks often spend hours at cafés, talking, debating, relaxing, and enjoying the slow pace of life.
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