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Can You Launch a Startup from a Coffee Shop?
Four new 'entrepreneurial' coffee shops opened in Foshan in one month. Here’s whether that business model actually works.
Why Starbucks Coffee Sells So Well Globally
Discover how Howard Schultz turned Starbucks into a global phenomenon with a strong company mission, customer focus, and smart business moves.
Why Do Starbucks Patrons Often Use MacBooks?
People choose MacBooks and Starbucks for similar reasons: familiarity, reliability, and a consistent user or customer experience.
How to Sell Coffee to White-Collar Workers
White-collar coffee buyers want status, not just beans. Here’s how to market coffee by selling identity, not just quality.
What Makes a Good Coffee? Separating Fact from Fiction
Discover what defines a good coffee vs. bad coffee, the difference between single origin and espresso blends, and why most store-bought coffee fails.
Why U.B.C. and Café Collapsed in China’s Coffee Franchise Market
Two major Chinese coffee chains—U.B.C. and Café —collapsed due to weak franchise models and poor store management. Here’s what went wrong.
Foshan’s First C.C. Coffee Bar Launches With 11 Startups
Foshan’s first C.C. coffee bar opened with six certified platforms and signed 11 incubator firms on day one.
How to 3D Print a DIY Cold Drip Coffee Maker
A San Francisco designer shares a free 3D-printable cold drip coffee maker build using lab glassware and maple rods. Brew time: around 4 hours.
Five Surprising Facts About Starbucks History
From its founders to its original logo, here are five lesser-known truths about Starbucks' early days and branding evolution.
Yunnan Coffee Heads to Europe via Chongqing Rail Route
A 2000-ton shipment of Yunnan-grown coffee left Chongqing on the Yuxinou Railway bound for Germany in 14 days, marking the route as a key global coffee transit hub.
Chongqing Plans Global Coffee Futures Hub via Rail Route
A new 'Yuxinou' rail route from Chongqing to Germany cuts coffee export time by two-thirds, aiming to make Chongqing a top-three global coffee futures hub.
How Long Does It Take to Get a Starbucks Coffee?
Most visits to Starbucks take under two minutes—but one Beijing location offers a slower, more hands-on pour-over experience lasting up to an hour.
Why Wrong Roast Ruins Yirgacheffe’s True Flavor
Most Yirgacheffe coffees taste sour and astringent due to incorrect light roasting. Here's how to get the bright, sweet cup it's meant to be.
12 Stylish Retro Coffee Machines Every Coffee Lover Should Know
Discover 12 high-design coffee makers that go far beyond basic drip machines, blending vintage aesthetics with advanced brewing tech.
How to Design a Coffee Shop That Feels Relaxing
Discover key design elements for a relaxing café, from lighting and layout to window displays and seasonal décor.
How Office Workers Can Drink Coffee and Still Lose Weight
Cutting coffee additives and choosing smaller servings helps reduce calorie intake while still enjoying your daily brew.
How to Choose a Healthy Coffee Creamer Ball
Learn how to pick a healthy coffee creamer ball by avoiding trans fats, preservatives, and high calories—with key facts on ingredients and nutrition.
This $5,000 Coffee Machine Lets You Customize Every Cup
The GranBaristo Avanti is a high-end home espresso machine controlled via tablet app, offering customizable espresso, cappuccino, and Americano profiles.
Why Former U.B.C. Coffee Franchisees Are Leaving the Brand
Former U.B.C. Coffee outlets in China are dropping the brand and going independent. We explain why over 3000 locations collapsed—and how franchisees responded.
Scientists Discover Fatal Weakness in Coffee Pest
Coffee berry borers depend on gut microbes to break down caffeine. Disrupting those bacteria may offer a new pest control strategy.