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3D Printing Café in Buenos Aires Blends Coffee with Tech
A Buenos Aires café lets visitors sip coffee while experimenting with 3D printing, and even creates low-cost prosthetics for amputees.
Nestlé Faces Coffee Challenge from Merger of #2 and #3
The merger of Mondelez’s and D.E Master Blenders 1753’s coffee units aims to create a $7B company to rival Nestlé’s dominance.
How to Drink Coffee for Better Skin and Weight Loss
Drinking coffee before workouts, at specific times of day, and in moderate amounts can enhance fat burning, prevent spots, and boost energy.
China’s Coffee Consumption Grows 10–15% Annually
China’s coffee market is expanding rapidly, growing 10–15% yearly and attracting global brands. Learn which products are driving growth and why Indonesia sees huge potential.
How Daily Coffee May Protect Your Vision, Study Finds
A Cornell University study reveals that chlorogenic acid in coffee can help prevent retinal degeneration and protect against vision loss.
Why Coffee & Beverage Franchises Top Investor Lists
A new report ranks coffee and beverages as the most promising franchise sector in China, ahead of fast food and childcare. Here’s why investors are betting on them.
Top 6 Coffee Drinks Loved Most in China
Explore the six most beloved specialty-style coffee drinks in China, from Provençal romance to Russian warmth—each with exact ingredients and methods.
Nespresso’s Spring-Summer Coffee Deals & Flavor Recipes
Get 300 yuan in Nespresso points when buying a machine, plus sweet seasonal coffee recipes like vanilla affogato and banana boat.
Nespresso vs Ethical: Battle for Swiss Coffee Capsules
A legal battle over coffee capsule sales in Switzerland sees Nespresso fight off French rival Ethical Coffee in court. The case returns to Vaud civil court after an appeal.
Why Testing Your Coffee is Essential Before Buying
Find out why testing your coffee before purchase is key, how to assess quality, and what to look for when sampling different brews.
SCAA Cupping Professional & Gold Cup Technician Certifications
Learn how to become an SCAA-certified Specialty Coffee Cupping Professional or Certified Golden Cup Technician, with details on the 2012 Beijing course.
Global Coffee Demand Rose 2% in Fiscal 2011–2012
Global coffee consumption grew 2% in fiscal 2011–2012, driven by emerging markets in Asia and South America. Learn what fueled the rise and how supply impacted prices.
Vietnam Exports 1.1M Tons of Coffee in First Half
Vietnam shipped 1.1 million tons of coffee in H1 2024, earning $2.3B—up 25.6% and 20.4% YoY. Germany and the U.S. led growth.
Nearly Half of Dutch Cafés Still Allow Smoking
Despite a 2004 national ban, 49% of Dutch cafés and bars still permit indoor smoking, NVWA data shows. Find out where enforcement stands.
How Starbucks Adapts Its Coffee to Local Tastes in Europe
Starbucks is tailoring drinks, store designs, and service to win over European coffee drinkers, especially in France and the UK.
200 UK Women Protest Breastfeeding Discrimination at Cafe
Over 200 mothers staged a peaceful sit-in at a Bristol cafe after a staff member told a nursing woman to feed her baby in a corner.
How a Roaster Won Second Place at Roasters’ Choice Competition
Learn how Taiwanese roaster Wang Shiru earned second place in the Roasters’ Choice Competition by experimenting with airfreight, blending Latin American coffees, and training her palate.
Kraft Cuts Prices on Maxwell House and Other Coffee Brands
Kraft reduces prices on Maxwell House and Gevalia coffee brands by up to 10% in the U.S., following Smucker’s earlier price cut.
Why African Coffee Struggles to Gain Traction in China
African coffee is high-quality but undermarketed in China. Most promotion comes from individual sellers, not governments or chains.
Jamaica’s Non-Blue Mountain Coffee Gains U.S. Market Traction
Jamaica Blue Mountain Ltd.'s non-Blue Mountain coffee shows strong potential in the U.S., with fast 24-hour roast-to-ship delivery boosting freshness.