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Why Nanjing Needs More Garage-Style Coffee Spaces
Entrepreneurs in Nanjing explain why localized, community-driven garage coffee hubs help build networks and support startups outside traditional offices.
Guangzhou College Team Sells 100 Cups of Coffee at Maker Fair
A student team from Guangzhou sold 100 cups of coffee in three days at Foshan’s startup market by turning a craft fair into a mobile café.
Arabian Coffee Spice: A Luxury Coffee Seasoning Bottle
A luxury hotel in Abu Dhabi offers a unique Arabian Coffee Spice blend created by a Michelin chef, adding exotic flavors to your espresso.
China Barista Certification Now Open in Guangdong
The official Chinese national barista certification is now accepting applicants in Guangdong for both beginner and intermediate levels. Find out the requirements and how to apply.
How to Buy Coffee by Tapping Your Phone
At a Beijing expo, visitors tried paying for coffee with just a tap of their phones. Here’s how mobile payments are streamlining everyday transactions.
Yundang West Embankment: Xiamen’s Lakeside Coffee Street
Explore Xiamen’s Yundang West Embankment, a scenic lakeside strip with over a dozen cafés set in historic villas along a tranquil man-made lake.
Nanchang DIO Café Fire Starts in Kitchen Vent
A kitchen exhaust duct sparked a smoky fire at a DIO café in Nanchang. Seven fire trucks responded, and a gas cylinder was safely removed.
Australia Tourism and Pacific Coffee Promotion
Explore Australia’s coffee culture through a June 2012 promotion at 20 Pacific Coffee locations in Hong Kong, featuring travel info and themed brews.
1kg of Coffee Beans Found in Australian Waste Container at Huizhou Port
Huizhou quarantine officers intercepted over 1,000g of coffee beans in an Australian waste plastic container, citing risk of coffee berry borer infestation.
How 300+ Elderly in Hangzhou Lost Savings to Coffee Machine Scheme
Over 300 seniors in Hangzhou invested over ¥12 million in a coffee machine scam. Find out how it happened and who was behind it.
Out-of-Control Car Crashes Into Downtown Coffee Shop
A black sedan lost control in Wuhan’s Dongxihu District, hitting a pedestrian and smashing into a café, trapping one customer under the vehicle.
Moses Chan Returns to Hong Kong to Reopen Coffee Shop
After a failed café venture in Malaysia, actor Moses Chan plans to reopen in Hong Kong within the next two years.
Coffee Shops vs Hawker Stalls: A Guangzhou Cultural Debate
Is it better for Guangzhou’s urban villages to have coffee shops or street food stalls? The debate reflects deeper cultural anxiety over modernization.
What Makes a Successful Garage Coffee in Nanjing?
Learn why garage coffee spaces like those in Nanjing struggle, what makes them work elsewhere, and how to build a sustainable model.
Fast-Food Chains Expand Into Fuzhou’s Coffee Market
McDonald’s and local chain Wallace have begun testing coffee service in Fuzhou. Independent bakeries are also adding espresso drinks and seating.
McDonald’s Hires 70,000 Staff to Boost Coffee Push
McDonald’s plans to hire 70,000 workers in China this year, including to expand its McCafé coffee business alongside new restaurant openings.
The Coffee Man Who Only Roasts: No Profit, But Loves It
Meet 'Uncle Dou', a Beijing-based roaster who built a career around perfecting coffee—not chasing profit. He runs a niche roastery-café hybrid in China’s capital.
Pacific Coffee Opens First Store in Chengdu
Pacific Coffee has launched its first location in Chengdu, southwest China, at MixC World, marking its debut in the region.
Taipei Cafe Cuts Electricity Bills by 30% with Eco Design
A Taipei coffee shop saves 30% on monthly power bills using eco-friendly materials, insulation, and rainwater recycling in its design.
Decades-Old Devan Coffee Trees in Southern Taiwan
Learn why 60-year-old coffee trees in Taiwan’s remote Devan Village produce a memorable, high-altitude cup with deep local roots.