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Coffee in world cultures

Coffee is a kind of drink that people have been enjoying for a very long time. It comes from a special kind of plant that grows in warm places around the world. People in different countries and cultures have different ways of making and drinking coffee.

For example, in some countries, like Italy, people like to drink coffee in small cups called espresso. The coffee is really strong and you only drink a little bit at a time. In other places like Ethiopia, where coffee comes from, people might roast the beans themselves and make a special coffee ceremony to celebrate with their friends and family.

In some countries, like Saudi Arabia, people like to drink coffee along with sweet treats like dates. In other countries like Vietnam, they mix coffee with sweetened condensed milk to make a special drink called ca phe sua da.

There are so many different ways to enjoy coffee in different cultures all around the world. But the most important thing is that it brings people together and gives them a chance to share a moment and enjoy something delicious.