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How Coffee Came to China: A Short History
Coffee reached China in the late 19th century, with Yunnan planting starting in the early 20th. Discover when and how it took root.
How Coffee and Horses Inspired a Unique Art Movement
Montreal artist Jessica blends coffee, Japanese ink, and acrylics to create striking equine art. Discover how her passion fused into an award-winning technique.
How Much Do Starbucks Red Cups Boost Holiday Sales?
Starbucks' iconic red holiday cups drive seasonal coffee sales, especially for limited-edition drinks. Here’s how much impact they really have.
How to Choose High-Quality Fresh Coffee Beans
Find out whether to buy whole beans or pre-ground, how to judge freshness, and how to pick great single-origin or commercial beans.
5 Hidden Health Benefits of Drinking Pure Coffee
Pure coffee offers surprising health perks, from sharper memory to lower cancer risk—here’s what science says about your daily brew.
Tokyo’s 'My Wife' Café Served Customers in Bikinis
In 2015, Tokyo’s Ore no Yome café featured women in bikinis and aprons serving customers. The themed café closed just two days later.
Tokyo’s 'My Wife' Café Served Customers in Bikinis
In 2015, Tokyo’s Ore no Yome café had staff in bikinis and aprons serving customers. The female servers wore swimwear; male employees wore shorts for female guests. It closed just two days later.
Tokyo’s 'My Wife' Café Served Guests in Bikinis
In 2015, a Tokyo café employed women in bikinis and men in shorts to roleplay as partners for customers. It closed just two days later.
Themed Cafés Abroad: Pets, Silence, and Transformation
Explore Japan’s pet cafes, UK’s expired-food eateries, and silent hangouts—where coffee meets unique experiences.
Sammy’s Coffee Philosophy: Family First, Fame Second
NYC’s beloved barista Sammy shares how his 99% happiness comes from family, not fame — and why he avoids coffee competitions.
Taiwanese 'Super Energizing Cup' Latte Comes in a Stainless Steel Basin
A Taiwanese cafe served a massive 'super energizing cup' latte in a steel basin—complete with latte art. Here’s the full story behind the viral coffee stunt.
Why China’s 3W Coffee Model Is Spreading Beyond Beijing
Explore how 3W Coffee’s hybrid model blends incubation, investment, and community—and why imitators in cities like must innovate, not just copy.
How Should Specialty and Regular Coffee Be Priced in China
Explore fair pricing strategies for regular and specialty coffee in China, with market-driven price ranges and industry insights.
How Starbucks Became the Largest Mobile O2O Coffee Brand
Starbucks dominates mobile retail with 45 million weekly customers, 9 million mobile payers, and a loyalty base of 30 million.
Starbucks Drops Christmas Symbols from 2023 Red Cups
Starbucks replaced traditional holiday motifs like reindeer with a minimalist red cup design, sparking backlash over perceived removal of Christmas imagery.
How iQIYI Uses Its Café for Offline Marketing
A Beijing coffeehouse run by video platform iQIYI isn’t about great brews—it’s a strategic space for drama promotions and celebrity meetups.
Japan’s Akihabara to Open Plus-Size Maid Café on Singles Day
On November 11, Akihabara will debut a maid café staffed exclusively by plus-size women, offering a unique twist on Japan’s themed café culture.
Final Part of Exclusive Barista Profiles Released Before 11.11
Meet ten more coffee professionals sharing their journeys, passions, and shop dreams in the concluding installment of this barista spotlight series.
Florida Cafe Lets You Pay What You Want
At Mosaics Community Cafe in Florida, there’s no set menu price — customers choose what to pay or work an hour for a meal.
Why Do Some Coffee Drinkers Stay Healthier?
Research shows moderate coffee drinking isn’t harmful—and may offer benefits. Here’s who should avoid it and how to drink safely.