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Living Next to Starbucks in Guiyang
Starbucks has opened in Guiyang’s Hunter Plaza, offering a third space for locals to relax, socialize, and enjoy coffee in a familiar yet local setting.
Wireless Charging Cafés and Japan’s Disney Phone Release
Discover how Japanese cafés integrate wireless charging and learn about the new Disney-themed phone with built-in cuteness and features.
How Coffee Shops Can Build City Identity Through Culture
Learn how a coffee shop in Zhengzhou became a cultural landmark by blending German heritage, minority crafts, and storytelling into the urban experience.
Taipei to Launch Coffee Brewing and Roasting Certifications
Taipei’s labor bureau plans to introduce professional certifications for coffee brewing and roasting this year to support baristas and roasters.
New York’s First Japanese Maid Café Opens in Chinatown
Opened in 2013, New York City’s first self-proclaimed maid café welcomed customers in Chinatown for themed service and Japanese snacks.
How Japanese Cafés Compete With Unique Amenities
Japanese cafés now offer manga, cats, hot springs and tanning beds to stand out. Discover how these creative extras reshape café culture.
Brazil May Sell Coffee Stockpile to Curb Rising Prices
Brazil may release 400,000 bags of government-stored coffee if prices stay above 400 BRL per bag after the July harvest.
Burundi Coffee Output Expected to Drop 50% This Year
Drought in May has severely impacted Burundi’s coffee harvest, with production projected to fall by half compared to previous years.
Russia’s Coffee Supply Rose 80% from 2009 to 2013
Between 2009 and 2013, Russia’s coffee supply jumped nearly 80%, hitting 12.55 metric tons by 2014. Imports made up over half, with roasted beans leading domestic consumption.
How Much American Wine Does China Import?
In 2013, China imported over 14.6 million litres of American wine, making it a major Asian market alongside Japan and Hong Kong.
Lincang Becomes China’s Second-Largest Coffee Region
By 2013, Lincang in Yunnan had grown to 55,420 hectares of coffee, becoming China’s second-biggest coffee-growing region after decades of expansion.
Drinking Coffee: Blends or Single-Origin Beans?
Specialty coffee lovers increasingly choose single-origin beans over flavored drinks or theme cafe lattes. Here’s why taste matters more than presentation.
Guangya High Students Run Campus Coffee Shop
Student-run Yā·CAFÉ at Guangya High serves coffee and English conversation, with prices adjusted for accessibility and weekly themed salons.
How Fuzhou Stores Mix Fashion With Coffee Lounge Vibes
Faced with online price wars, Fuzhou fashion retailers transform stores into lounge-like spaces with coffee bars, iPads, and QR code shopping tools to boost in-store engagement.
How One Man Built 17 Independent Coffee Shops in Wuhan
Wang Sen opened 17 small, self-funded coffee shops in Wuhan under his 'Cenci Coffee' brand, staying profitable with strict cost controls.
Coffee, Early Intimacy Linked to Higher Cancer Risk in Women
Women who begin sexual activity before age 20 or drink coffee long-term face double the cervical cancer risk. Learn the key lifestyle and health factors.
Why Lincang Coffee Should Go Premium Like Colombia
Colombia’s former president advised Lincang to focus on specialty coffee. Here’s why the Chinese region should follow Colombia’s high-quality model.
Papua New Guinea Aims to Revive Coffee Industry
PNG’s coffee output fell 75% amid aging trees and poor infrastructure. Here’s the government’s multi-million kina recovery plan.
Kenya Seeks New Buyers to Break Coffee Monopoly
Kenya’s high-quality coffee is controlled by six Western firms. Now counties are inviting Chinese, Korean, UAE and Japanese traders directly to the farm gate.
Coffee Futures Surge Over 50% This Year
Coffee futures have risen more than 50% in 2024, driven by Brazil’s worst drought in 60 years. Here’s why your morning cup just got more expensive.