Italy seeks Unesco heritage status for espresso coffee

The drink quickly became an integral part of the national identity after its creation in Turin in the 19th century

Italy is to apply for Unesco status for espresso coffee, claiming it is much more than a simple drink".

It follows the art of the Neapolitan pizza-maker being added to the UN agency's list of the world's intangible heritage in 2017 as Italy aims to secure the worldwide status for another of its successful symbols.