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A cappuccino kick-start in the morning before a day spent exploring a new city; a rest in the afternoon with a latte and a slab of cake; a teeny tiny super-strong espresso after a gourmet dinner - coffee is the perfect travel companion. We're looking for the best places around the world to stop for a cup of java. Share your suggestions by submitting a tip or emailing been.there@guardian.co.uk (and don't forget to check our companion tea and cake guide)

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Espresso Macchiato

Posted by eightball 9 January 2007

A shot of espresso with a dash of foamed milk.

An excellent way to enjoy a shot of coffee, best taken standing at the bar. It is socially acceptable to drink anytime of the day, not marking you out as the sort of person who would drink a capuccino after lunch.

The splash of milk makes the espresso more palatable. But do not spoil this by adding sugar.

A macchiato is also cheap. Even standing in a cafe right by the Rialto bridge I have still paid only one euro for a macchiato.

Enjoy, but be careful, by the time you leave Italy you will be having one of these an hour.

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