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2015 Aibao Cup Barista Competition Held in Zhengzhou
Over 30 baristas from top coffee shops and bakeries competed in the 2015 Aibao Cup in Zhengzhou, part of the 8th China Zhengzhou Bakery Expo.
Why Most CoffeeBene Stores in Guangzhou Have Closed
Most former CoffeeBene locations in Guangzhou have shut down due to unpaid wages, alleged investor pullout, and poor profitability per store.
How China’s Abandoned Pigsties Became Trendy Coffee Shops
Former cattle sheds and pigsties in rural Zhejiang were transformed into bustling cafes, blending rustic charm with modern coffee culture.
World’s First Smart Home Coffee Roaster: Ikawa
Ikawa is the world’s first digital micro coffee roaster, controlled via smartphone and capable of 3–10 minute roasts with patented airflow technology.
Smart Coffee Jar Automatically Orders More When You’re Running Low
The Fresh Coffee Jar smart container holds 16 oz of coffee beans and auto-reorders when stock dips below your set level, ensuring freshness.
How to Drink Coffee with Style: Hong Kong’s Top Cafés & Global Coffee Spots
Learn how to appreciate black coffee, the best times to drink it, and where to find top-tier cafés in Hong Kong and around the world.
How Fulltime Convenience Stores Blend Cafe, Fast Food & Retail
A deep dive into Fulltime’s hybrid model: how it merges 7-Eleven retail, Starbucks-style coffee, and Yoshinoya-style food under one roof.
Best Capsule Coffee Machines Compared in 2024
Find the fastest, easiest, and most compatible capsule coffee machines for home use with pricing, features, and performance details.
First Space Espresso Brewed by Italian Astronaut
Italian astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti made history by brewing the first-ever espresso in space using a specially designed machine.
Leadership-Inspired Coffee and Meal Combos Through the Years
Explore the real story behind the viral 'leader combos'—from China’s 21-yuan presidential baozi set to the 'Prime Minister’s coffee' that sold out in minutes.
Lei Jun’s New Startup Café in Chengdu: 3,000 Sqm & 5 Locations
A 3,000-square-meter startup café backed by Lei Jun opens in Chengdu, aiming to launch 4–5 branches in six months as a hub for entrepreneurs.
Sakura Reflection Café in Gifu, Japan
A hidden café in Gifu uses mirrored walls to multiply the view of cherry blossoms, creating a surreal 'forest' of reflections year-round.
Non-Coffee Brands That Are Now Selling Coffee
Starbucks is diversifying beyond coffee—but non-traditional brands like McDonald’s, KFC, and even Häagen-Dazs are entering the coffee market with new offerings.
Bird Cafés in Japan Draw Crowds, Especially Women
Eight in ten visitors to Japan’s bird cafés are female, drawn by the calming presence and chirps of parakeets and cockatiels.
Why Internet Companies Are Opening Offline Stores Like JD and iQIYI
From JD’s smart to iQIYI’s themed café, here’s why major Chinese internet firms invest in physical spaces—and how well they actually work.
Gloria Jean's Enters Tianjin, Dogbie Expands into Coffee
Australian chain Gloria Jean's opens its fourth Tianjin cafe, backed by Doggie Group’s 2014 brand license deal to grow in China.
Coffee Grounds’ Antioxidant Power May Exceed Vitamin C 500x
New research finds coffee grounds and husks have antioxidant strength over 500 times that of vitamin C, with potential for functional food use.
What Happened to Caffebene After Its Rapid China Expansion?
Once a fast-growing Korean coffee chain in China, Caffebene now faces mass resignations, franchisee lawsuits, and store closures due to unpaid wages and debts.
Mercedes-Benz Builds a Mobile Coffee Shop in a Week
A Mercedes-Benz van was converted into a mobile coffee shop in just seven days, featuring pro espresso gear and a bold two-tone livery.
10 Unusual Coffee Tables Every Coffee Lover Will Want
From magnetic levitation to industrial art, these 10 coffee tables combine function, quirk, and serious design flair. Here's what makes each one unique.