/ck/ - Food & Cooking

Why is the latte macchiato so prominent in mainland Europe, to the point where in most places it is the default when asking for a latte?

It gets really confusing and hard when you want a proper latte, but most places bring you a latte macchiato with the glass and all. Even worse, it's often easier to get a real latte by ordering a cappuccino because that's often made wrong anyway and they just make a latte instead.

Regardless of what's right, what's wrong, preference, taste etc. Why is it the case that you are served this way? Is it because the layered drink in a tall glass looks more fancy? Is it easier to train staff to make and you don't need to worry about latte art?
I personally get really disappointed when I order a latte and see the big glass come out though.