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Taiwan Develops Caffeine-Free Okra Seed Coffee
Taiwanese farmers in Yunlin created 'sunflower okra coffee' from roasted okra seeds—naturally caffeine-free, sustainable, and introduced at a 2016 agricultural fair.
US High Schoolers Sleep 4 Hours, Drink 4 Lattes for 4.0 GPA
A Pulitzer-winning journalist reveals how American teens survive high school with just 4 hours of sleep and 4 lattes daily to hit perfect grades.
Unreleased Smartisan T2 Found at a Coffee Shop
A netizen claims to have found an unreleased Smartisan T2 phone in a coffee shop and posted photos online. But is it real or a stunt?
Sidamo Coffee: Sweet, Complex, and Polarizing
Explore Ethiopia’s Sidamo coffee region—its unique terroir, diverse flavors, and why this high-altitude bean divides coffee lovers worldwide.
Where Literary Cafés and Art Meet in Singapore
Discover 8 literary, arty, and café-filled spots in Singapore—perfect for coffee lovers, bookworms, and design seekers.
Lazy Afternoons & Cozy Coffee Moments in Guangzhou
Discover 'Art Space ~ Tree', a Guangzhou café blending bookish charm, global decor, and slow-living vibes with a menu of French cuisine and artisan coffee.
YSL BLACK OPIUM: The First Coffee-Floral Fragrance for Women
YSL’s BLACK OPIUM is the first women’s perfume with a coffee-floral scent, blending dark roast with bright white florals and sweet vanilla. Launched in Shanghai in 2015.
What’s the Future of Coffee Business in China?
Is opening a coffee shop still profitable in China? The market shows strong potential, especially with focused brands like Tom York Coffee leading growth.
How to Make Great Coffee at Home with a JESI Machine
Learn how the JESI coffee machine helps you brew up to 8 cups with freshness, temperature control, and easy cleanup for better daily coffee.
What Is Real Mocha Coffee and How to Make It
Learn what makes true mocha coffee unique—its Yemeni roots, bold acidity and sweetness—and how to recreate it at home or order it right.
The First Coffee Shops on Harbin’s Central Street
Harbin’s Central Street had its first Western restaurant in 1900, and by the 1930s hosted nearly 40 cafés. Discover how coffee culture took root there.
Yunnan Bourbon AA Coffee Beans: What Makes Them Special?
Discover why Yunnan Bourbon AA beans have a bold, fruity profile with low bitterness. Grown at high altitudes in China’s southwestern mountains.
A Yunnan Village Where Everyone Drinks Coffee
Discover Fugukala, a remote Yunnan village where villagers grow, roast, and drink coffee daily—a tradition dating back to 1892.
Christmas Flight Serves Specialty Coffee in the Sky
On a 2015 Christmas Eve flight, flight attendants dressed as Santa served 10+ specialty coffee types to passengers onboard a Sichuan-based airline’s themed service.
The Hidden Chocolate Tradition of Modica, Sicily
Discover how Modica, Sicily, preserves ancient Aztec-style chocolate techniques with unique local flavors, untouched by mass production.
Greek Cafe Leaves Doors Open for Stray Dogs Each Night
After closing, Hott Spott café in Lesbos lets stray dogs sleep inside. See how this simple act supports animals affected by Greece’s economic crisis.
How to Turn Coffee Stains into Art: 480 Monster Drawings & Tips
Discover how coffee stains became 480 illustrated monsters and learn practical stain-removal tricks from artists who embrace the mess.
Perci Ruby Coffee Sells for 1010 Yuan a Cup
Taiwan’s Quali Café sells a 180ml cup of rare Panamanian Geisha for 1010 yuan—here’s why it costs as much as luxury perfume.
A Cozy Corner: Coffee, Books, and Sunshine at Guanzhong Bookstore
Discover how a beloved bookstore café blends coffee, reading, and nostalgia in a warm, nostalgic space set to relocate.
250-Square-Foot Aerated Coffee Bar with Greenery and Book Nooks
Discover how a 250-square-foot coffee bar in Hebei blends indoor greenery, modular shelving, and cozy reading nooks into a refreshing oxygen-rich space.