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Starbucks Opens First Certified Coffee Master Store in South China
Starbucks' first all-Coffee Master store in South China has opened in Guangzhou’s Shamian district, staffed exclusively by black-aproned certified baristas.
How a Taiwan Coffee Shop Blends Art, History, and Craft Coffee
A former Taiwanese distillery now houses a creative coffee shop merging heritage architecture, global cuisine, and diverse seating options for every visitor.
Taiwan’s Coffee Prince Lin Dongyuan and His Love for Latte Art
Learn how Taiwan’s 'Coffee Prince' Lin Dongyuan blends creativity with latte art, crafts signature drinks, and teaches the craft behind the cups.
Private Lounge Offers Cozy Afternoon Tea and Global Coffee
This October, a private Guangzhou lounge transforms into a café offering tea, specialty coffee, and international coffee samplers for a relaxing retreat.
Turkish Coffee: Its 16th-Century Origins and Brewing Method
Learn how 16th-century Turkish coffee is still made today—finely ground, unfiltered, boiled for 30 minutes, and served with thick foam and grounds.
Why Swiss Coffee Is the Essence of European Coffee Culture
Swiss coffee blends French romance, German precision, and Italian creativity—without growing a single coffee bean. Here’s how it defines European excellence.
How Coffee Shaped American Culture and History
From the Boston Tea Party to WWII coffee breaks, discover how coffee became a defining force in American history and culture.
The Four Levels of Coffee Drinking Experience
Explore how coffee preferences evolve through life stages — from sweet milk coffee to pure black — and what each stage reveals.
Indonesia’s Big Three Coffee Regions and Their Iconic Beans
Explore the distinct profiles of Java, Sumatra, and Sulawesi coffees, plus Indonesia’s global reputation for bold, syrupy Robusta.
Why Instant Coffee Outsold Rice in South Korea
South Korea’s instant coffee now outsells rice in supermarkets. Here’s why the nation drinks more coffee per capita than almost anywhere else.
How Humans May Evolve into a 'Coffee-Colored' Species by Year 3000
A UK documentary predicts humans will reach a golden age by 3000 AD, with uniform coffee-toned skin and longer lifespans. But in 100,000 years, evolution could split us into two distinct groups.
Indonesia’s Draft Law on Mandatory Instant Coffee Standards
From July 2014, all instant coffee sold in Indonesia—local or imported—must meet SNI 2983:2014 quality standards under a new draft decree.
London Coffee Futures Dip Amid Weak Market Sentiment
LIFFE’s September Robusta futures fell 7 USD per tonne, while ICE cocoa and sugar also declined, driven by producer selling and Brazil drought concerns.
How Green Mountain Coffee Grew 36x in Five Years
A single-serve coffee system and K-Cup ecosystem helped Green Mountain grow from a $3M company to a $195B giant in under a decade.
Foreign Firms to Control Half of Vietnam’s Coffee Exports by 2015
Foreign-owned companies are projected to make up 50% of Vietnam’s coffee export market by 2015, with four instant coffee plants producing 64% of the nation’s supply.
CAFFE PASCUCCI Launches in China with Italian Coffee Focus
The 130-year-old Italian coffee brand CAFFE PASCUCCI opens in Beijing, bringing heritage espresso and artisan traditions to China’s specialty coffee scene.
How a Coffee Shop Became a Startup Incubator
A new coffee shop in China blends entrepreneurship and brewing—offering angel investment and mentorship alongside espresso. Here’s how it works.
North Korea’s Coffee Consumption Beats China’s
Between 2000–2012, North Korea imported 1.9 million 60kg bags of coffee annually—equating to 50g per person. China trailed far behind.
Colombian Coffee Production Sees Strong Recovery
Colombia’s coffee output rose 13% to 6.8 million bags in 7 months, driven by high-yield varieties and better growing conditions.
The Story Behind Ding Yi’s Signature Grid Paintings
Explore how artist Ding Yi created his iconic 'ten squares' grid paintings, why he stuck with them for decades, and how they became high-value art.