Coffee Culture
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Why 200 New Coffee Shops Opened in Harbin in 2013
In 2013, Harbin’s registered coffee shops doubled to 289, with over 200 new openings. Here’s what drove the boom—and why most struggled.
How Coffee Culture Took Root Across China
From its 1884 Taiwan roots to modern urban cafes, here’s how coffee became part of daily life in China.
How Coffee Culture Spread Across China’s Daily Life
From first plantings in 1884 to modern cafes, learn how coffee became part of daily life in China, with key milestones and trends.
8 Historic Cafés Loved by Famous Writers
Discover eight iconic cafés where literary greats found inspiration—from Cairo to Paris—alongside the writers who made them famous.
Types of Coffee Drinks and Coffee Bean Origins
Learn the difference between coffee beverages like cappuccino and espresso, and major coffee bean varieties including Arabica and Robusta.
How Too Much Coffee Can Darken Your Skin Tone
Drinking over 3 cups or more than 70g of coffee by noon may increase melanin buildup, leading to duller skin. Here’s what research says.
What Is a Barista? The True Role Behind the Counter
A barista isn’t just someone who makes coffee — they’re deeply knowledgeable about cultivation, roasting, brewing, and café operations. Here’s what truly defines one.
Jiangxi’s First Venture Capital-Themed Coffee Shop Opens
Qingchuang Coffee, Jiangxi’s first entrepreneurship-focused café, launched by a college student, offers investors and startup founders a collaborative workspace over coffee.
How a Cup of Coffee Beats Spring Fatigue
Feeling sluggish as spring warms up? These four coffee styles—from artistic espresso drinks to ready-to-drink options—help you recharge with flavor.
How James Joyce Coffetel Blends Coffee and Hotel Culture
Discover how James Joyce Coffetel combines boutique hotel comfort with third-wave coffee culture for the modern traveler.
Pay for Time, Not Coffee, at This London Café
At London’s Ziferblat, you can enjoy free coffee and snacks—but you pay for every minute you stay, at just under four cents.
Peony Street: A Literary Coffee Scene in Changchun
Explore Peony Street, Changchun’s bohemian coffee hub with over 100 independent cafes, historic roots, and a thriving creative community.
Bank Opens First Branch Inside a Coffee Shop
China’s Citibank-equivalent, China Merchants Bank, has launched its first branch inside a Caffebene coffee shop in Beijing, offering full banking services.
Why Middle-Aged Women Should Limit Coffee Intake
Middle-aged women, especially premenopausal ones, may raise breast cancer risk by overconsuming coffee and chocolate due to their high xanthine content.
How to Store Freshly Roasted Coffee Beans Properly
Newly roasted coffee beans release gases that affect flavor. Learn how long to degas, how to store beans after opening, and why the fridge is a bad idea.
How to Taste Coffee for Maximum Flavor
Learn the ideal coffee temperature, serving size, and drinking technique to fully enjoy specialty coffee's flavor and aroma.
How Coffee Culture Differs Around the World
Explore how coffee is enjoyed and produced in countries like Ethiopia, Colombia, Jamaica, and more, with key regional traditions and flavor profiles.
Drink Coffee Beans or Flavored Coffee?
Explore whether single-origin beans or creative flavored coffee better suits your taste, based on regional preferences and brewing styles.
Nestlé Plans $33.6M Coffee Investment Over 10 Years
Nestlé will invest 500 million Swiss francs (about $33.6 million) in coffee sustainability and value creation by 2030, doubling down on sourcing and production.
How the Tea vs Coffee Debate Started in 18th-Century Europe
A Swedish king tested tea and coffee’s health effects using twin prisoners. One drank tea, the other coffee daily—both outlived him. Here’s what happened.