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Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
How a Smart Single-Serve Coffee Maker Simplifies Your Morning Routine
Discover how a connected single-cup coffee machine can deliver café-quality brews at home with minimal effort and maximum flavor control.
Why the Alessi Pulcina Coffee Pot Isn’t Just a Pretty Object
The elegant Alessi Pulcina coffee pot isn’t just for show — its curved design helps prevent over-extraction and burnt flavors during brewing.
How This Ex-Chef Makes Money Opening a Cafe Opposite Starbucks
A former chef turned restaurateur turned coffee shop owner explains how his Beijing cafe thrived despite opening right across from a Starbucks.
Where World-Class Students Prefer to Study and Socialize
Three top-tier cafes—ArtScience, Ground, and FREUD—are favorite spots for Harvard, MIT, Oxford, and Yale students, blending tech, design, and caffeine.
When President Xi Visited Seattle’s Starbucks
President Xi Jinping enjoyed a cup of Starbucks Pike Place Special Reserve during his 2015 visit to Seattle. Here’s what happened and why it matters.
Why Entrepreneurs Are Drawn to Coffee Shops
Entrepreneurs don’t just want caffeine—they seek coffee shops as spaces for connection, creativity, and collaboration. Here’s why they matter.
China's Coffee Market Heats Up with Global Players
Foreign giants like Coca-Cola, KFC, and McDonald’s are battling for share in China's fast-growing, price-sensitive coffee market. Here's who's competing and why.
Are You Really a Coffee Expert? 4 Common Myths Debunked
Find out why your favorite coffee drinks might not contain coffee, why milk foam matters, and what 'coffee flavor' really means.
How to Sound Like a Coffee Expert in Under a Minute
Learn the key coffee types, tasting terms, and the true story behind lattes to impress any coffee snob in 60 seconds.
Why Pu'er Coffee Won National Recognition in 2015
Pu'er coffee was named China’s most beloved regional agricultural brand in 2015, beating 250 other entries in a national vote.
China Issues First Coffee Bean Export Inspection Standard
In April 2016, China introduced its first export-specific inspection and quarantine standard for smallholder coffee beans, ending years of trade uncertainty.
Malaysia’s First DC Super Heroes Café Opens
The world’s first Batman and Superman themed café just opened in Malaysia, blending comic decor, hero-themed food, and coffee.
How Coffee Lovers Should Choose Their Wine
Find out which wines pair best with your coffee style—from black coffee to milk-based drinks—and why your flavor preferences match certain styles.
China Mobile's Migu Café Opens in Suzhou: Innovation or Gimmick?
Migu Café in Suzhou blends coffee with O2O entertainment and digital services. Is it a bold venture or corporate fluff? Here’s what’s really happening.
Why Do Women Love Coffee? The Emotional Connection
Explore why many women feel a deep emotional bond with coffee — from its comforting warmth to how it mirrors their moods and life stages.
How Long Will China Mobile’s Coffee Shops Last?
China Mobile’s cafe venture with Korean brand Coffine Gurunaru isn’t just a gimmick — here’s why these O2O hubs may endure longer than critics expect.
Can New York’s Coffee Discount App Cups Work in China?
A look at Cups, the NYC-based coffee discount app, and whether its low-commitment coffee voucher model could succeed in China’s competitive café market.
Migu Coffee Opens in Suzhou with Korean Collaboration
Migu Coffee 1st store in Suzhou partners with Korea’s Coffine Gurunaru to launch a café blending O2O tech, coffee, and entertainment.
How Artsy Coffee Lovers Style Their Daily Cups
Learn how coffee lovers turn a simple cup into a styled shot — from latte art to mood lighting — with 5 creative photography techniques.
How to Get the Best Value from a Medium Cup of Coffee
Want to maximize value when ordering a medium coffee? One reader shares his trick: ask for a large cup and add your own milk.