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Jan 15 2016 Coffee Futures & Specialty Bean Prices
On Jan 15, 2016, C-type coffee futures hit 115.7¢/lb, while Yunnan local green beans traded at 14.662¥/kg. See exact prices for 28 global origins.
3 Quirky Retro Cafés to Visit in Beijing’s Sanlitun
Discover three unique, artsy cafés in Beijing’s Sanlitun area blending vintage style, live performance, and curated coffee experiences.
Shenyang’s Best Specialty Café: Xixi Bookstore’s Vector Coffee
Discover Xixi Bookstore’s Vector Coffee in Shenyang: a European-style café offering Italian espresso, pastries, and a reading-friendly atmosphere.
How to Become a Coffee Expert by Visiting Specialty Cafés
Explore six global coffee waves, learn what defines specialty coffee, and visit 11 top Beijing and Shanghai cafés to deepen your coffee knowledge.
Beijing’s Hey Coffee: A Self-Service Coffee Convenience Store
Hey Coffee in Beijing is China’s first fully self-service coffee convenience store, offering smart espresso machines, global gear, and fresh-roasted beans.
7 Proven Formulas to Run a Successful Independent Café
Learn how to launch and sustain a thriving independent café with 7 practical, data-backed strategies from a former Yale consultant.
World’s Most Unique Coffee Shop Designs Worth Visiting
Explore global coffee shop designs—from century-old cafes to modern creative spaces—that redefine the third place experience.
How a Colombian Café Combines Kids’ Reading and Adult Coffee Culture
A 120sqm Colombian café blends a children’s reading nook and adult lounge in one smart space, serving top Colombian coffee.
Explore Shanghai’s Romantic Café: La Petite Fontaine
Discover La Petite Fontaine Café in Shanghai, a hidden gem with European charm, vintage decor, and floral gardens — plus the TV drama filming location detail.
Shanghai’s LA PETITE FONTAINE: A Romantic Café with Vintage Charm
Discover LA PETITE FONTAINE CAFE in Shanghai, a quaint European-style café known for its vintage decor and floral courtyard, featured in a popular TV drama.
Nanchang’s Nine-Floor Café Where You Can Watch Movies
Find out why this cozy 60-square-meter café on Nanchang’s ninth floor, with movie nights and handcrafted coffee, is a favorite hangout spot.
Cafés Near G-Dragon’s Monsant in Jeju, South Korea
Explore cafes and stays near G-Dragon’s art-filled Monsant Café in Jeju’s Aewol district, including nearby guesthouses and scenic rentals.
How a Nurse Became a Shenzhen Coffee Shop Owner in the Mountains
Discover how a former nurse transformed a mountain-view coffee gallery in Shenzhen into a creative retreat with art, poetry nights and homemade cheesecake.
Living Beautifully Without a Story: Inside Fujiwara Coffee
Fujiwara Coffee in Guangyuan started without a grand narrative—but now offers a cozy, well-designed space with great coffee and desserts. Here’s what makes it special.
Pet-Friendly Coffee in Chengdu: Road Memory Café & Its Story
Road Memory Café in Chengdu welcomes pets and runs weekly pet adoption events. Enjoy great coffee, food, and furry company in a cozy space.
Yun Su: A Boutique Guesthouse with Coffee & Scenic Views in Danxia
Yun Su is a stylish guesthouse near Danxia Mountain’s visitor center, featuring cozy rooms and a small coffee bar. Ideal for travelers seeking art, nature, and comfort.
10 Romantic Japanese Cafés Featured in Famous Dramas
Discover 10 iconic Japanese cafés featured in hit dramas like 'Lost Love Chocolate' and 'Half a Year', perfect for your Japan travel itinerary.
12 Nostalgic Restaurants in Jinan for a Retro Dining Experience
Discover 12 uniquely themed retro restaurants in Jinan, from British-style cafes to 1980s diners, each offering food and ambiance that transport you through time.
Three Parisian Open-Air Cafés That Capture French Romance
Discover three iconic Parisian open-air cafés—Brasserie Barbs, Maison Plisson, and Le Playtime—that bring classic French café culture to life.
Quiet Tokyo Café Where Time Feels Suspended
Discover HADEN BOOKS:by Green Land, a hidden Tokyo café blending books, specialty coffee, and tranquil design in quiet Nishi-Azabu.