Well, we're here to find out. Let's go. Hallie Meyer: An affogato is a scoop of ice cream or two with a shot of espresso poured over it. In Italy, it's served at all of these café-bar gelatorias.

Affogato, sweet ice cream dripping with espresso, is a famed treat we can thank Italy for. Although it is regarded as a dessert, swapping ice cream for yogurt turns affogato into the perfect ...

What happens when your after-dinner coffee collides with a cocktail? You get the Affogato Martini, a dreamy and boozy concoction that is part dessert, part pick-me-up, and completely irresistible.

4. Serve and enjoy your affogato, fresh, cold and warm... all at the same time! Note: The trick to truly enjoy your affogato is to eat the gelato or ice cream with the espresso before it melts.