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How Coffee and B Vitamins Support Heart Health
Research from Nestlé, Xi’an Jiaotong University, and Ulster University reveals how coffee and vitamin B2 may reduce cardiovascular risk, especially in high-genetic-risk individuals.
Costa Coffee Tastemaker Insures Tongue for $14 Million
The chief taster at UK coffee chain Costa Coffee has insured their tongue for $14 million due to its critical role in quality control.
The $1.20 Coffee War: How Starbucks Fights Discount Rivals
How did Starbucks end up competing with 8-yuan budget coffee chains? This is how cost-cutting, localization missteps, and value wars reshaped China’s coffee scene.
How Coffee Sharpens Mental Focus
A study found caffeine boosts brain cell connections in the CA2 region—just two cups enhance neural responses in rats, with stronger effects at higher doses.
Pu'er Produces Half of China’s Coffee; Nestlé Buys a Third
Pu'er accounts for half of China’s coffee production, with 42,500 acres under cultivation. Nestlé buys around 8,000 tons annually—about a third of the region’s output.
How a College Graduate Built a 3-Shop Coffee Chain Before Turning 23
At 23, Zheng Qibin opened three university-focused coffee shops with his team, starting with zero industry experience and turning a pub venture into a youth-driven coffee brand.
London’s First Cat Café Opens With 11 Resident Cats
London’s Lady Dinah’s Cat Emporium is the UK’s first cat café, home to 11 resident cats in a Victorian-style space. It drew 3,000 bookings before launch.
Arabica Coffee Futures Rebound on Brazil Output Concerns
Arabica coffee futures rose 1.7% after Brazil’s national coffee association kept its 2014/15 production estimate at the low end of market forecasts.
How Specialty Cafés in China Are Adding Cultural Experiences
Many Chinese coffee shops now host cultural events like film nights and travel talks to attract regulars beyond just serving coffee.
Essse Caffè Ranks Sixth Globally, Launches in China
Italy’s sixth-ranked coffee roaster, Essse Caffè, enters China via Shanghai Jijia Coffee. Discover its six certified espresso blends.
How Lincang Is Building a Full Specialty Coffee Chain in China
Lincang, Yunnan, is developing a complete specialty coffee value chain—from farm to cup—via eco-friendly farms, new processing tech, and 850 cooperatives.
How Shanghai Cafés Partner with Baidu for Secure Wi-Fi
Over 1,000 cafés in Shanghai now offer safer public Wi-Fi through a partnership with Baidu Mobile Guard, including payment protection.
Guangzhou’s 566 Cafés Add Safer Public WiFi via Baidu Mobile Guard
Guangzhou’s 566 cafés now show mobile security alerts on public WiFi logins, thanks to Baidu Mobile Guard, helping coffee drinkers avoid payment risks.
What’s Really in Coffee? Health Benefits Backed by Research
Coffee contains antioxidants, caffeine, and nutrients that may boost metabolism, aid digestion, and reduce gallstone risk—here’s what science says.
Why Too Much Instant Coffee Is Harmful
Instant coffee lacks aroma, uses lower-grade beans, and may carry health risks like acrylamide. Here’s what research and production reveal.
How Fast Is China’s Coffee Market Really Growing?
China’s coffee consumption is rising fast: 15% annual growth, 200 million potential drinkers, and vast market potential compared to global averages.
Is Adding Milk to Coffee Better for Your Health?
Adding whole milk to coffee is healthier than using coffee creamers or instant drinks with hydrogenated oils, experts say.
Does Coffee Help with Weight Loss?
Scientific studies suggest coffee can aid fat burning and boost metabolism—but only under specific conditions. Here’s what the data really says.
Starbucks to Make China Its Largest Overseas Market
By 2015, Starbucks plans to operate over 1,500 stores in China, which will become its biggest market outside the U.S.
Why Coffee Futures Dropped 23% into Bear Market
International arabica coffee futures have fallen 23% since April, despite some easing of drought in Brazil. Here’s why prices collapsed.