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COSTA Launches Harry Potter-Themed Latte Art in UK Literary Campaign
From March 6, select COSTA locations serve cappuccinos and mochas with latte art inspired by British literary icons, including Harry Potter’s round glasses.
Why McDonald’s and McCafé Should Split Up
McDonald’s and McCafé operate under one brand, but combining fast food with specialty coffee is a major misstep. Here's why they should separate.
KFC Launches 10 Yuan Freshly Ground Coffee in Guangzhou
KFC now sells 10 yuan freshly brewed coffee in over 160 Guangzhou outlets, using 100% Arabica beans ground in-store.
Global Coffee Market Volatility Peaks This Week
Last week’s coffee market volatility remained high, with a potential rebound ahead. Learn what to watch for and how traders are positioning.
Advice for Opening a Specialty Coffee Shop
Thinking of opening a coffee shop? Here’s practical advice on budgeting, staffing, customer retention, and avoiding common startup pitfalls.
Shenzhen Coffee Brand Gives Away 380,000 Free Cups for Women’s Day
LAcafé, a local Shenzhen coffee chain, gifted 380,000 free cups of coffee to women in the city to celebrate its first anniversary and International Women’s Day.
China Aims to Become a Global Coffee Production Hub
China’s coffee production has surged from 624,000kg in 1998 to 90 million kg today, nearing Costa Rica’s output. Can it rival Latin America?
K-Cup inventor regrets creating environmentally harmful capsule coffee
The K-Cup capsule coffee inventor regrets his invention due to environmental damage. Over 9 billion capsules were sold last year, creating massive plastic waste.
Why Coffee Shops Train Their Baristas
Training ensures skilled staff, consistent service, and higher customer satisfaction. Here’s why your café can’t afford to skip it.
Philz Coffee Raises $15M to Expand Nationwide
Silicon Valley’s Philz Coffee has raised $15M to grow beyond the Bay Area, with plans to open shops in NYC, DC, Austin and more.
How to Lose 3kg by Drinking Coffee at the Right Time
Drinking black coffee at specific times, with light exercise, can help you lose up to 3kg in a month. Here’s how timing and type matter.
Nescafé Faces Crisis as Instant Coffee Sales Decline in China
Nescafé destroyed 400 tons of expired instant coffee in China amid slowing demand. Learn why instant coffee is losing shelf space to fresh and RTD options.
How Your Grinder Affects Coffee Extraction: 4 Key Factors
Four critical ways your grinder impacts coffee flavor—uniformity, fines, heat, and static—and how to get cleaner, more balanced extractions.
Abandoned Bus Turned into Popular Coffee Shop in Hubei
In March 2015, a retired city bus was transformed into a vibrant coffee shop along the Yangtze River in Yichang, Hubei, drawing young customers.
Shanghai K11 Becomes a Coffee Museum With Live Brewing Workshops
From March 10, Shanghai K11 transforms into a coffee-themed museum with live brewing sessions, expert courses, and interactive events covering coffee culture and techniques.
How to Save Money on Starbucks Coffee
Learn how to enjoy Starbucks drinks for less with simple tricks like ordering smaller sizes, skipping ice, and using free rewards.
3–5 Cups of Coffee Daily May Reduce Artery Blockage Risk
Drinking 3–5 cups of coffee per day may lower your risk of coronary artery calcium buildup, a precursor to heart disease, according to Korean research.
Why Seattle Is America’s Coffee Capital
Explore how Seattle became the birthplace of Starbucks and a global coffee hub, with iconic cafes, rich history, and a culture built around the cup.
Drinking 3–5 Cups of Coffee Daily May Help Prevent Artery Blockage
A South Korean study of 25,000 professionals finds that 3–5 cups of coffee daily may reduce coronary artery calcium deposits, a key marker of early heart disease.
How the Aishi Capsule System Brews Coffee in One Minute
Aishi’s capsule coffee system delivers café-quality Americano in 60 seconds using sealed coffee pods and precision extraction technology.