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A WORLDLY CUP OF COFFEE

Coffee is a universal language and a cup of java can be found at interesting places anywhere in the world. One such place is World Cup in Richmond, Virginia.

Located amidst the renovated row houses of the Fan National Historic District, this hot new coffee house plays early-morning and late-night host to urban professionals (lots of docs from the Medical College of Virginia), blue collar workers, artists, and university students. The worldly theme, great coffee, light fare, and delicious desserts are drawing rave views from around the corner and coffee lovers from around the world.

The place is packed with travel-oriented references, including maps, globes, clocks set for a variety of locations, a full stock of legendary Lonely Planet travel guidebooks, and many travel magazines. A local travel agency even offers frequent seminars and shows. It's the perfect place to plan a trip or just do some armchair travelling.

World Cup features dozens of coffees, with exotic names like Rainforest Organic, Sumatra Mandheling, Caribbean Hazelnut, and the local Blue Ridge Blend. They also offer many coffee drinks (like luscious lattes), breads, sandwiches, soups, quiches, and fresh desserts.

Whether you want some global warming or a cooling iced cappuccino, World Cup speaks a universal theme. It's at 204 North Robinson Street, Richmond, Virginia 23220, 804/359-JAVA.