Nespresso's World Explorations Espressos Range Will Take You Around the World

Curated to take you on a journey, Nespresso's World Explorations espressos explore the coffee traditions of Paris, Istanbul, and Rio de Janeiro

Taste has the power to evoke and, often, the ability to transport. In these travel averse times, Nespresso enables coffee lovers to discover three memorable destinations, all with coffee traditions via its World Explorations espresso range.

Above Eiffel Tower, image credit: Carlos Delgado (wikicommons)

CITY OF LIGHTS

When one thinks of Paris' identity, apart from the Eiffel Tower and Champs-Élysées, there's no other scene as typical as a bustling Parisian cafe. These charming cafes line Paris's elegant tree-lined avenues with tables and chairs spilling onto the street and brusque waiters offering no-nonsense service, and they are often busy from morning till evening.

The City of Light's cafe culture dates all the way back to the 1600s when Café Procope first opened its doors. Still open today, Café Procop has been visited by statesmen such as Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and Napoléon Bonaparte, and beloved by artists such as Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Voltaire (who famously enjoyed up to 40 cups of coffee a day).

Above World Explorations Paris Espresso

Indeed Parisian cafes were where writers, intellectuals, and politicians gathered through the ages for impassioned conversation and philosophical discussions over endless cups of coffee. Today, café culture is still ingrained in the fabric of Parisian life and while you may not be Ernest Hemingway or Jean-Paul Sartre, it's customary to start the day with petit déjeuner in the morning or snag a spot on the terrasse with a café au lait and tartine to chat about life and people-watch.

If Paris is not on the cards, the next best thing is to be transported with Nespresso's World Explorations Paris Espresso. A light-roasted blend that delicately balances bitter cereal notes with bursts of citrus, this evocative beverage may be enjoyed black or as café au lait, and definitely with a delectable French pastry.

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Above Hagia Sofia, Image credit: Julien Maury (wikicommons)

CITY OF THE WORLD'S DESIRE

The magnificent city of Istanbul is one steeped in history with its cobblestoned streets and Bosphorus straits setting the backdrop for monuments such as the Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia. Grand landmarks aside, coffee houses are an intrinsic part of Istanbul life and a historical gathering point where people meet to converse, share news and read books.

Over a cup of Turkish coffee which combines special preparation and brewing techniques with a rich communal culture, the strong brew is served in small cups, accompanied by a glass of water. This tradition of partaking in coffee is a symbol of hospitality, friendship and refinement, a ritual and form of entertainment which permeates all walks of life.

Above World Explorations Istanbul Espresso

Celebrated in literature and songs, coffee plays an indispensable part in ceremonial occasions such as engagement ceremonies and holidays. Its influence even extends to after the drink is consumed with the grounds left in the empty cup used to tell a person’s fortune.

While you might not be able to foretell a trip to magical Istanbul in the near future Nespresso presents the World Explorations Istanbul Espresso which stays true to the tradition of Turkish coffee. An intense ambrosial brew that bursts with the boldness of wild ripe fruits and delicate almond, accompany this strong brew with a glass of water and a nibble of Turkish delights.

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Above Ipanema beach at sunset. image credit: Mcalvet (wikicommons)

MARVELLOUS CITY

The exuberant city of Rio de Janeiro is known for its natural beauty and famously laidback lifestyle centred around the beach. With its spectacular sunsets over Ipanema and languid strains of bossa nova, the inhabitants of this densely populated city certainly have a unique lifestyle that transcends social strata. Chief amongst this is centring their social activities and daily routines around food—especially cafezinho, a strong black coffee, often paired with a good toast in the morning.

Coffee bars are found on every street corner in Rio and rightly so, as Brazil has been by far the planet's largest coffee producer for more than a century. Brazilians themselves drink coffee enthusiastically, with total consumption being second only to the US.

Above World Explorations Rio de Janeiro Espresso

Ubiquitous in Rio are neighbourhood institutions which are part café, part lunch counter and part bistro. These cafe bars often open onto busy streets, making the most of the city's joyful culture and tropical air. Patrons step off the sidewalk, passing some coins to the cashier and then bring their chit to the coffee counter where they down their cafezinho. Traditionalists drink it black, although other options include Carioca (“Rio-style” with added water), media (with milk) and pintado (just a few drops of milk).

Do more than dream of Rio with a taste of its essence via Nespresso's World Explorations Rio de Janeiro Espresso. Intense and exotic yet velvety, this all-Brazilian Arabica blend also boasts a touch of sandalwood and other herbal notes. A full-bodied beverage that lends itself to be drunk hot or cold, it pairs well with toast (just like how Brazilians love it).

While the World Explorations neatly encapsulates three cities in a capsule, Nespresso also makes it convenient to prepare your drink. Nespresso coffee machines are designed to be easy to use with one-touch controls and come in a variety of choices to suit how you best take your coffee. With accessories to prepare fresh milk precisely the way you enjoy it, all drinks take a short preparation time so you can get to the good part of savouring your coffee.

The Nespresso World Explorations espressos range is now available for purchase via Nespresso Boutiques at The Gardens Mall, 1 Utama Shopping Centre, IOI City Mall, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Gurney Plaza, Penang; as well as via Nespresso mobile app, Nespresso official website and through our Customer Careline at 1800 80 7001 (operating hours: every day from 08:00 to 22:00, toll-free).

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Discover Coffee Traditions from Across the Globe with Nespresso's World Explorations Espressos Range