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Should You Really Open a Coffee Shop?
Most passion-driven coffee shops fail due to unrealistic expectations. Here’s why and what it really takes to succeed.
10 Obscure Coffee Facts Every Coffee Lover Should Know
From cat poop coffee to why grinding at home matters, here are 10 little-known coffee facts that reveal the hidden story behind your cup.
How Specialty Coffee Became the Third Wave in the US
Explore how specialty coffee shops sparked the 'third wave' in the US, driven by quality sourcing, light roasts, and tech industry backing.
Father’s Day Coffee Chain Showdown: Which Brand Wins?
We compare China’s top coffee chains—Starbucks, COSTA, Pacucci, and more—to help you pick the best spot for Father’s Day with family or friends.
How Many Calories Are Really in Your Cup of Coffee
A large flavored coffee can pack over 500 calories—here’s how much your favorite drink really weighs in, and how to keep it low-cal.
Why Elephant Dung Coffee Tastes So Smooth
Elephant dung coffee tastes smoother due to reduced protein breakdown in digestion, cutting bitterness. Here’s the science behind the taste.
Why Drinking Tea After Meals Doesn’t Help Digestion
Tea doesn’t actually cut grease or aid digestion after meals. Here’s what really happens—and how coffee compares.
Jay Chou’s Coffee Shop Launch Delayed Until October
Jay Chou invested in fashion and e-commerce before helping wife Kunling open a coffee shop; she trained in latte art and the shop opens in fall.
14 Traditional Chinese Medicine Benefits of Drinking Coffee
Discover how traditional Chinese medicine links coffee to 14 wellness benefits, from mental clarity to anti-aging, based on flavor and function.
How a North Carolina Coffee Shop Runs Without Staff
This North Carolina cafe trusts customers to pay honestly without staff. Since opening, patrons have paid 15% more than expected.
Five Key Signs of a Great Specialty Coffee Shop
Wondering if a coffee shop is worth your time? These five essential traits—fresh coffee, skilled baristas, vibe, community ties, and follow-up—make all the difference.
How Coffee and Cream Can Help With Summer Weight Loss
Learn how black coffee, caffeine, and even coffee grounds can support fat burning and weight loss — with science-backed tips for summer.
Fourth China Fushan Cup Crowned Its International Barista Champion
Chinese barista Li Xuanhong won the 4th Fushan Cup International Barista Championship in Hainan, with Australia’s Hugh Kelly and Taiwan’s Lü Yibei taking silver and bronze.
Foshan’s First Maker Coffee Bar Opens in Innovation Hub
Foshan’s first coffee-based startup hub, Venture South Cafe, opened at C-Times Internet Park, offering free workspace with every coffee purchase.
Microsoft HoloLens Brings Minecraft to Your Coffee Table
See how Microsoft used HoloLens to project Minecraft onto a real coffee table, letting players build 3D worlds with voice and hand gestures.
Why Coffee Shops Partner with So Many Other Industries
Coffee shops are ideal partners for cross-industry collaborations due to their welcoming environment, loyal foot traffic, and strategic location value.
500 People Raise $3000 Each to Crowdfund a Coffee Shop
A new coffee shop in Yangzhou is raising funds with 500 shareholders at $3000 each. Over 100 joined in 3 days. Will it work?
Fourth China Fushan Cup International Barista Championship Begins
24 elite baristas from 13 countries compete in WBC-format contests over three days in Fushan, Hainan, for a $4,000 prize and global recognition.
Why Elephant Dung Coffee Tastes Better Than Civet Coffee
Elephant dung coffee has less bitterness due to reduced protein breakdown in digestion. Here’s the science behind why it tastes smoother.
Weird Coffees Stranger Than Elephant Dung Coffee
Beyond civet and elephant dung coffee, discover stranger brews like bird poop coffee, charcoal coffee, and even blood sausage coffee.