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What Happens When Your Coffee Shop Membership Card Becomes Useless?
A Guangzhou woman lost her prepaid membership after a café shut down. Here’s what happened and how to protect yourself.
Cartoon-Themed Cafés in Shanghai for Kids and the Young at Heart
Discover six whimsical cafés across Shanghai filled with beloved cartoon characters, themed decor, and kid-friendly treats.
How DOUTOR Became Japan’s Coffee King
Discover how DOUTOR founder Toriba Hiromichi built Japan’s largest coffee chain with low prices, fast service, and a people-first mission.
New Pocket-Sized Coffee Maker Brews Without Electricity
A 15cm, 1.1kg manual coffee maker brews strong coffee without electricity—just add hot water and coffee grounds, then control brew variables with a lever.
Pu'er Coffee Beans: What’s Really Behind the 'Unsold' Reports
Despite rumors, only 3,000–4,000 tons of lower-grade Pu'er coffee beans remain unsold in Yunnan. High-quality lots are still in demand.
The Sisters Behind Hong Kong’s Blue Mountain Coffee Shop
A Hong Kong writer reflects on a rare blue mountain coffee shop run by two mysterious sisters in gritty Sham Shui Po.
Swiss Bike-Friendly Café Tables Let You Ride Right In
Switzerland’s municipal cafés now feature custom bike tables—pedal up, park your bike under the wooden seat, and enjoy a free coffee.
Why Shenyang’s Nescafé Gold Is Mostly Made in Japan
Shenyang supermarkets stock Nestlé Gold Instant Coffee imported from Japan, while UK versions may have higher acrylamide levels.
Do Long Customer Stays Hurt Starbucks Revenue in China?
British media claim Chinese customers linger longer and spend less, leading to lower per-customer revenue than in the U.S. or other markets.
Why China’s Coffee Prices Crashed in 2024
China’s coffee prices plunged this year due to global market shifts and oversupply. Here’s what farmers and the industry face.
Why Rabbit Cafés Are Outpacing Maid Cafés in Japan
Rabbit cafés in Japan offer 30 minutes of free play with dozens of rabbits for around $1. They’ve grown massively in popularity, drawing families and couples alike.
How to Make Gourmet Meals Using Just a Coffee Cup
Turn your coffee cup into a mini kitchen—make Mexican chicken wraps, French-style quiches, and coffee cakes in minutes with no extra tools.
Instant Coffee Price Differences: Up to 12 Yuan Per Box
A 42+6 pack of Nestlé Original instant coffee ranges from 33.80 yuan at RT-Mart to 45.90 yuan at Sanjiang Shunjiang—nearly 12 yuan more. See where to get the best deal.
Yunnan Coffee Prices Plummet as Industry Fights Back
Yunnan coffee prices have dropped by a third amid oversupply fears. Local roasters unite to buy 20,000+ tons to save farmers.
Yunnan Coffee: Challenges Behind Its Growing Reputation
Yunnan coffee faces price drops and low profitability. Costs are 13–15 RMB/kg, but profit is slim vs other crops. We explore the causes and solutions.
How Garage Coffee Cafés Survive Without Profit
Most garage coffee events in China are free or low-cost community meetups. Here’s how they stay afloat—and why profitability remains unclear.
How Nanjing’s Garage Coffee Meetups Fuel Startup Growth
Over 10 startup-focused coffee meetups operate regularly in Nanjing, drawing more than 600 regular attendees and serving as informal hubs for entrepreneurs and investors.
How Coffee Makes You Look and Feel Younger
Drinking coffee boosts brain function, slows aging, and improves fitness—here’s how your daily cup supports youthfulness.
Can You Drink Coffee While Brushing Your Teeth?
A new patent-pending toothbrush delivers coffee flavor during brushing, lasting up to three months per scent block. Here’s how it works.
Yunnan Coffee Farmers Seek Pricing Control Amid Surplus
Yunnan coffee farmers face unsold beans due to low prices and lack of pricing power, but changes may come by 2015.