Coffee is so much a part of Italian culture that you'll rarely encounter a local who doesn't drink it.

But believe it or not, it's not always that easy to find a decent espresso in Italy, with critics whispering that Italians have been resistant to adopt modern barista techniques. But with the best of the nation's baristas calling it home, Rome is your best bet for a quality cup.

Local order: Espresso. Custom dictates that milky coffees can only be consumed at breakfast, anyway.