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How to Become an Excellent Barista: Beyond Latte Art
Being an excellent barista means more than just latte art. Discover the skills, mindset, and daily discipline required to truly excel.
Tokyo Cat Café MoCHA Draws Fans with Adorable Feeding Time
A newly opened cat café in Tokyo’s Ikebukuro district has gone viral for its kittens lining up to eat twice daily—here’s how to visit.
Brazil Eliminates Import Taxes on Coffee and Coffee Machines
As of April 1, 2024, Brazil has removed all import tariffs on coffee and coffee machines to boost trade and attract investment.
How Much Coffee Should You Drink for Health?
Healthy adults should stick to two or three cups daily. Pregnant women and those on medication should limit intake or avoid it altogether.
10 Key Questions Before Opening a Specialty Coffee Shop
Thinking of opening a coffee shop? Here are 10 essential considerations every aspiring café owner must address before investing.
2015 Latte Art Champion Wang Xuechao’s Winning Designs Explained
Discover the creative vision behind the 2015 latte art champion’s three award-winning pours: a tulip, a freepour, and a pursuit scene.
Top 10 Most Coffee-Loving Places Around the World
Discover the 10 most iconic coffee destinations worldwide, from Rome’s historic cafes to Hawaii’s working plantations.
How Beijing and Shanghai Startup Cafés Differ
Startup cafés in Beijing and Shanghai share common goals but differ in costs, industry focus, and local culture. Here’s what sets them apart.
The Canadiano Wooden Coffee Maker: A Single-Serve Brewing Tool
A handcrafted wooden coffee maker designed for single-serve Canadian-style brewing, using a replaceable cone filter and no paper.
2015 Shanghai Coffee Expo Championship Winners
Discover the top finishers in the 2015 Shanghai Coffee Expo’s global coffee competitions, including World Barista, Latte Art, Cup Tasters, Pour Over, and Brewers Cup.
The One GUCCI Café in Asia Is in Tokyo
Tokyo’s exclusive GUCCI Café in Ginza blends luxury design with accessible pricing—find out where it is and what to expect.
Shandong Launches First Provincial Coffee Association
Shandong’s new coffee association and largest northern China coffee market aim to boost industry cohesion and market competitiveness.
Xiamen’s Self-Serve Café Operates Without Staff
Nestled in Xiamen’s Shapowei district, a café lets customers serve themselves, pay what they want, and even leave supplies — all without staff.
Starbucks Teams Up with Master Kong for RTD Coffee Push
Starbucks partners with Master Kong to expand distribution of ready-to-drink coffee in China, where the segment grows 34.2% annually.
Four WCE Coffee Competitions Coming to Shanghai in 2016
In 2016, WCE’s four global coffee contests — latte art, cup tasters, spirits, and roasting — will debut in Shanghai at HOTELEX, March 29–April 1.
WBC 2016: Key Rule Changes You Need to Know
World Barista Championship 2016 introduces major updates: new espresso machine, mandatory grinder, and a revamped milk drink replacing the classic cappuccino.
Tea vs Coffee: Which Is Better for Your Health?
Both tea and coffee offer health benefits, but studies show tea may reduce stress hormones while coffee helps liver health and memory.
How One Cup of Coffee May Counter Three Drinks of Alcohol
A new study finds that drinking one cup of coffee daily may reduce liver damage and cancer risk linked to consuming three alcoholic drinks.
Detective Conan Themed Cafe Opens in Tokyo
A limited-time Detective Conan-themed cafe opened in Tokyo’s Shibuya Tower Records Cafe from March 28 to May 10, 2015, featuring themed food, merchandise, and events.
130 Entrepreneurs Crowdfund a Coffee Hub in Hubei
A unique 500-square-meter coffee restaurant in Hubei launched with 130 business owners as shareholders, aiming to foster networking and collaboration.