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How a Train Museum Became Three Unique Coffee Cafés
Three themed cafés inside the UK’s National Railway Museum offer railway-inspired dining in spaces designed by SHH Studio.
Cross-Strait Coffee Relay Race Kicks Off in Taichung
The Cross-Strait Three Regions Coffee Ironman Relay Race launched in Taichung aims to boost technical exchange and industry ties among coffee shops in Taiwan, mainland China, and Hong Kong.
How Zheng He’s Voyages Helped Popularize Coffee Globally
Early 15th-century Chinese naval expeditions may have influenced the shift of coffee from a religious-medical drink to a daily beverage in the Arab world.
Why Starbucks Is More Expensive in China Than Abroad
Starbucks charges more in China due to larger stores, longer stays, and higher logistics costs. Here’s what really drives the price gap.
Best Coffee Spots in Copenhagen You Must Visit
Discover Copenhagen’s thriving coffee scene, from the legendary Coffee Collective to hidden gems like Royal Café, perfect for coffee lovers exploring Denmark.
Japanese Starbucks Teams Up With 4 Fashion Brands for Limited Cups
From December 9, 2015, Starbucks Japan released exclusive collaboration cups with PORTER CLASSIC, mintdesigns, written by, and N.HOOLYWOOD.
Why Coffee Brands Sell More Cups Than Drinks at Christmas
Every December, Starbucks and Costa launch collectible cups and quirky accessories. Here’s what’s trending and why coffee lovers queue up for them.
Does Latte Art Affect Coffee Flavor?
A blind taste test shows latte art can skew your first impression of coffee flavor—but does it really change the taste itself?
Return Library Books at These Two Specialty Coffee Shops in Qingdao
Two Qingdao cafes now offer library book borrowing and returning via city-wide interlibrary systems, backed by the local government.
Coffee Has More Polyphenols Than Tea, Helps Prevent Arteriosclerosis
Coffee contains as much polyphenol as red wine—about 200mg per 100ml—and provides most daily polyphenol intake, aiding heart health.
Why Most Coffee Drinkers Lack Professional Attitude
In Jinan, few coffee drinkers focus on quality or technique. Most treat coffee as a background drink, not a craft. Only 5% of machines are high-end.
5 Hidden Health Benefits of Drinking Pure Coffee
Pure coffee offers 5 surprising health perks, from boosting memory to reducing cancer risk — if you skip the sugar and milk.
Swedish Designer Cecilia Levy Crafts Paper Coffee Cups
Swedish designer Cecilia Levy creates delicate, non-functional paper coffee cups as art—beautiful but not for actual coffee drinking.
Brown Coffee Teams With Caffitaly for Capsule Line
MR.BROWN Café partners with Italy’s Caffitaly System to launch premium coffee capsules using 100% Italian dual-filter technology.
Starbucks' 2015 Holiday Cups: What’s New This Year?
Starbucks released a range of holiday-themed cups and mugs in 2015, including minimalist red designs and festive accessories. Here’s the full list.
Xiamen Has China’s Highest Coffee Per Capita Consumption
Xiamen leads China in both coffee shop density and per capita spending, with over 1,000 cafés on Gulangyu Island alone.
China’s First Comprehensive Coffee History Book Nears Publication
After expert review, China’s first English-Chinese coffee history book is set for global release, chronicling 6 years of global research.
Kopi Luwak: Exotic Delicacy or Overpriced Scam?
We break down the myths around civet coffee — from its colonial origins to modern production practices — and ask: is it really worth the hype?
Drinking Coffee Daily: More Benefits Than Risks
Research shows daily coffee intake—up to five cups or 400mg caffeine—is safe and may lower risks of diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.
Why Milk Coffee Gets a Bad Rap in China’s Booming Cafe Scene
China’s coffee market grows 15% annually—faster than anywhere else—but milk drinks like lattes and mochas are still seen as beginner-friendly. Here’s what’s changing.