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What It Takes to Become a Professional Barista
Want to become a pro barista? Here’s what it really takes: compete, study deeply, and practice relentlessly—three essential steps.
Xiaomi to Crowdfund a Smart Coffee Machine?
Xiaomi may release a smart coffee machine via crowdfunding on December 1. But will home coffee lovers embrace a connected brewer?
The Mette Duedahl Push Coffee Maker Is More Than Just a French Press
This handcrafted stoneware French press from designer Mette Duedahl offers a softer touch, better grip, and elegant aesthetics for your daily brew.
Costa’s First WeChat Smart Cafe Redefines Social Coffee
Costa’s Beijing flagship WeChat smart cafe cuts wait times by 30% and boosts efficiency with QR-code ordering and mobile printing, blending speed with specialty coffee.
How Coffee Bean Packaging Affects Freshness
Good coffee bean packaging isn't just about looks — it protects freshness by managing CO₂ and oxygen. Here's what really matters.
Thailand Launches Premium Elephant Dung Coffee
Black Ivory Coffee, made from beans digested by Thai elephants, is now sold in luxury Thai hotels at $25 per cup.
The Man Behind the Moka Pot’s Iconic Mustache
Renato Bialetti, creator of the iconic Moka Pot and the face behind its mustached mascot, died in 2016 at age 93.
Why the HARIO V60 Is the Most Popular Pour-Over Filter
The HARIO V60's success comes from its spiral ridges, deep cone shape, and large single hole—key features that improve airflow, even extraction, and flow control.
Modular Coffee Bench Turns Into Tables and Chairs
A Polish designer created a modular coffee bench where wooden slats rotate to become seats, tables, or armrests—ideal for café patios.
Starbucks Faces Growing Competition in China
Starbucks leads China’s coffee market but faces rising competition from local and global rivals expanding rapidly.
How Kenya Produces World-Class Specialty Coffee
Learn why Kenya grows some of the best specialty coffee through strict harvesting, unique varieties, and a tightly regulated auction system.
Why You Shouldn't Drink Coffee with Alcohol or During Illness
Drinking coffee with alcohol can be fatal. Coffee and strong tea also worsen heart conditions and fever—here’s what you need to know.
Foods and Drinks That Should Never Be Mixed with Coffee
Learn which common foods and drinks—like alcohol, tea, and energy-heavy stimulants—should never be consumed with coffee, especially for heart patients.
How Coffee Affects Women’s Health: Benefits and Risks
Learn how coffee impacts women’s fertility, heart health, bone density, and weight — with data on caffeine intake and risks per cup.
Can Older Adults Drink Coffee? Key Safety Tips
Older adults can drink coffee safely—but with limits. Here’s what to avoid, from caffeine overload to bone health, plus doctor-advised precautions.
Does Coffee Help with Weight Loss? The Science Behind It
Coffee can aid weight loss through fat breakdown, improved digestion, and exercise performance. Here’s how caffeine helps burn fat and boost workouts.
Democratic Republic of Congo Strengthens Coffee Industry
Congo (DRC) plans to boost coffee output to 3,000 kg per hectare and expand processing capacity to raise GDP and farmer incomes.
UK Coffee Cup Recycling Rate Below 1%
Only 0.1% of Britain’s 3 billion annual takeaway coffee cups are recycled. Most end up in landfills due to plastic linings and poor collection.
UK Coffee Cup Recycling Rate Below 1%
Only 0.1% of the UK’s 3 billion annual disposable coffee cups are recycled. Most end up in landfills due to plastic linings and poor collection.
What’s a Day Like Running a Specialty Coffee Shop?
A behind-the-scenes look at the full open-and-close routine for a specialty coffee shop, from equipment checks to hygiene and workflow.