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Pu'er Coffee Exports Hit Record High in First Half
Pu'er exported 15,036 tonnes of coffee beans in H1 2024—up 6,061 tonnes from last year—valued at $63.6 million. Annual exports may top 20,000 tonnes.
Nanjing South Railway Station South Plaza Set to Open With Coffee Shops
Nanjing’s new South Railway Station plaza will feature over 126,000 sq ft of retail space including book bars and coffee shops, due in two years.
Why No Chinese Teahouse Matches Starbucks' Success
No Chinese teahouse brand rivals Starbucks, despite China being the homeland of tea. Coffee chains expanded rapidly while teahouses stagnated.
Take-Out Memo: Coffee Cup-Shaped Sticky Notes for the Office
These reusable Take-Out Memo sticky notes mimic takeaway coffee cups—two per set—with vertical stacks of paper and a pen built into the straw.
How Starbucks Built a Human Touch into Coffee Service
Starbucks Taiwan served 30 million customers by 2011 through strong service culture, employee care, and genuine customer connection.
Taiwanese Tuna Sashimi Paired with Coffee? Yes, Really.
A Taiwan fishing town serves rare tuna sashimi with coffee — a bold combo locals swear by. Here’s how it works and why it tastes strange-good.
How to Brew Coffee with a Clever Dripper
Learn how to make stable pour-over style coffee using a clever dripper with clear steps, ideal brew temps, and no guesswork.
Third Mangshi Coffee Festival Secures $500M in Trade Deals
Fifteen international and domestic buyers signed $364M in coffee contracts at Mangshi, including $257M for green beans and $107M for instant powder.
McCafé Winter Tasting Event Brings Coffee & Romance to Shenzhen
McCafé in Shenzhen hosted a winter coffee tasting with live music, readings, and a 'five senses' experience to highlight seasonal coffee flavors.
Hainan Coffee Has Just 1.12% Caffeine – Mild & Fragrant
Hainan-grown coffee contains just 1.12% caffeine, making it naturally mild. Grown locally with unique terroir, it offers a smooth, less bitter cup.
How to Keep Your Coffee Hot Longer with Specialty Coffee Beans
These temperature-retaining coffee 'beans' can slow your cup’s cooling by half, helping preserve optimal flavor for longer during your pour-over or espresso.
83 Strangers Crowdfund Wuhan Coffee Shop, Plan Expansion
Eighty-three strangers pooled 2000 RMB each to open Many People Coffee in Wuhan. Now a month into soft launch, they’ve registered a company and plan a second location.
LAVAZZA Opens Third Chongqing Store in Banan Mall
LAVAZZA opens its third Chongqing store at Banan Shangshe Plaza, marking its first entry into a major shopping center in the city.
Pele’s Cup: Football-Themed Specialty Coffee Café
Discover how Brazilian football legend Pelé launched the world’s first football-themed specialty coffee café, blending elite brews with global sports culture.
Starbucks to Open One New Store per Day in China by 2015
Starbucks will accelerate openings to nearly one store daily in China by 2015, including seven in Kunming in under two years.
How to Grow Mushrooms from Coffee Grounds in Your Office
Office workers in Shanghai are growing edible mushrooms using recycled coffee waste. Find out how this low-cost, eco-friendly project works in just 1–2 weeks.
How to Warm Up Winter Coffee with Local Flavors
Discover how Chinese coffee shops add local winter flavors like black sugar ginger and roasted chestnuts to espresso drinks for extra warmth and flavor.
How a Grad Student Built a Coffee and Bar Business in Taiyuan
An 80s-born entrepreneur turned his love for slow living into a successful hybrid coffee shop and bar in Taiyuan, earning 500–1000 yuan daily.
How Coffee Grounds Become High-Tech Fabric
Taiwanese scientists turn used coffee grounds into odor-fighting, UV-protective fibers used in socks, T-shirts and more.
Chongqing Faces Major Shortage of Skilled Baristas
As specialty coffee shops expand in Chongqing, the city faces a significant shortage of trained, experienced baristas. Here’s why.