Coffee Culture
Latest articles, industry insights and brewing guides
What People Really Enjoy Outside of Coffee: Food, Books, and Fitness
A behind-the-scenes look at what professionals truly love outside work: a beloved dish, a powerful book, and a go-to workout.
How the French Drink Coffee: Culture Over Caffeine
French coffee culture prioritizes ambiance over flavor—most prefer sipping small drinks outdoors for hours, even at premium prices.
Budapest’s Coffee Culture: Slow, Historic, and Iconic
Discover Budapest’s deep-rooted coffee scene, from grand historic cafés like New York Café to its wine-rich Buda side and thermal spa culture.
How Shanghai’s Coffee Culture Came Back to Life
After decades of decline, Shanghai’s coffee scene has rebounded with over 4,000 specialty shops. Here’s how local history, income growth, and indie cafes sparked the revival.
How Specialty Coffee Culture Is Growing in Fast-Paced Chinese Cities
Over 16,000 coffee-selling venues exist in Shanghai alone, with 4,000+ specialty cafes and 100,000 industry workers by 2010. See how urban life fuels the slow-coffee shift.
What a Cup of Coffee Really Means to Coffee Lovers
Explore how coffee lovers truly feel about their brew—from home brewing to café culture—and why coffee is more than just a drink.
Trieste, Italy: The World’s First Coffee University City
Discover why Trieste is known as Italy’s coffee capital, home to the world’s first coffee university and a thriving café culture.
How to Find Your Favorite Coffee by Roast Level
Learn how light, medium, and dark roasts shape coffee flavor—and follow a 3-step tasting method to find your ideal roast.
A Hidden Coffee Spot Inside a University Campus
Discover how a tucked-away café inside Shanghai’s University of Shanghai for Science and Technology became a quiet escape and coffee haven.
How Illy’s ‘Live Happily’ Poster Connects Coffee and Joy
Explore how Illy’s iconic ‘Live Happily’ poster uses coffee to represent joy, and why the campaign resonates globally.
How a Teen’s Fake Coffee Love Turned Into a Lifelong Café Obsession
A humorous look at how one young woman faked her way into specialty coffee culture — starting with a misunderstood espresso order.
Why Good Coffee Tastes Better When You're in a Good Mood
Coffee tastes better when you're happy — here's why mood affects flavor perception, and how to enjoy coffee mindfully.
Yundang West Dike Coffee Street: A Lakeside Café Oasis
Discover Xiamen’s Yundang West Dike Coffee Street, a cluster of Western-style cafés along a serene lakefront with over a dozen unique venues.
What Makes a Truly Authentic Coffee Experience
Discover the key elements behind a genuine coffee experience—purity, brewing quality, and mindset—and why they matter more than atmosphere alone.
The World’s 10 Most Renowned Specialty Coffees
Explore ten globally celebrated coffees—from Jamaica’s Blue Mountain to Ethiopia’s Mocha—ranked for flavor, origin, and specialty appeal.
What Does Puerto Rican Coffee Taste Like?
Puerto Rican coffee offers caramel spice, citrus, and vanilla notes. Grown under strict USDA rules, it’s a rare single origin with a smooth, sweet profile.
Inside JW500: The Infamous Beer & Coffee Nightlife Spot in Singapore
Explore the real story behind Singapore’s JW500 — a legendary coffee shop known more for its beer girls and eccentric regulars than its drinks.
Why We Love Coffee Shops More Than Coffee
You may not love the taste of coffee—but you can still love the experience of coffee shops. Here’s why they matter more than the brew.
How Turkish Coffee Is Made and Served
Learn how traditional Turkish coffee is brewed unfiltered in an ibrik, served with grounds and foam, and why it’s more than just a drink.
What Makes Brazilian Coffee Different?
Brazil produces 30% of the world’s coffee with low-acid, nutty, and chocolatey profiles—learn why it’s the go-to bean for espresso and blends.