For a sublime caffeine hit, do not miss espresso bar Stumptown or the cafes inside Italian food emporium Eataly.

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After a trip to Italy in the 1980s, he returned to America dedicated to recreating the espresso bar culture.

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"I believe Kurdistan is like a baby tiger, " said Zedbagi, sipping a latte in a Western-style espresso bar in the Family Mall, Irbil's largest shopping center.

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Another affordable place to grab a quick bite is La Boulangerie Il Rifrullo, a panini and espresso bar just a short walk from the Duomo that serves hearty salads for less than 10 euros.

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First, forgo the breakfast buffet and instead have an espresso at the bar.

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