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Famous Literary Cafés Where Writers Found Inspiration
Discover the historic cafés loved by literary greats like Hemingway, Goethe, and Borges—where coffee fueled some of the world’s greatest writing.
Inside Hangzhou’s Teenie Weenie Cafe: Fashion Meets Coffee
A look at Hangzhou’s Teenie Weenie Cafe, where fashion retail and specialty coffee meet to create a unique cross-industry customer experience.
Starbucks Mobile Coffee Shop Hits Colorado Streets
A pop-up, no-seat Starbucks now operates out of a truck in Colorado—no seating, just takeaway coffee served from a modular mobile unit.
What Makes a Good Coffee Shop Concept?
Learn why a strong coffee shop concept is essential for success, from self-assessment to the traits every cafe owner needs.
Where to Open a Coffee Shop: Best Locations & Key Factors
Find the best spots to open a coffee shop with insights on commercial streets, B-grade areas, and key factors like traffic and parking.
How Manabeans Cafe Makes Money Selling Lifestyle, Not Just Coffee
Manabeans Cafe runs 36 profitable stores by blending coffee with a lifestyle experience—wide seating, food sales, and family-friendly design drive higher spend.
Why Korean-Style Cafés Are Suddenly Popular in China
Korean-style cafés in Beijing offer a lifestyle experience, not just coffee, with 'vibe' adding 30–50% premium. Here’s why they’re thriving.
Why Korean-Owned Cafés Succeed in China
Korean-run cafés like Café Bene and Zoo Coffee thrive due to design, food focus, and cultural appeal—not just coffee quality.
How to Successfully Open a Specialty Coffee Shop
Learn the key steps to launch a profitable coffee shop, from defining your concept to smart financial planning and avoiding common startup mistakes.
Why Technical Skill Matters Most in Opening a Coffee Shop
Opening a coffee shop? Without solid technical skills, your café won’t last. Learn why brewing expertise trumps décor and location.
How Much Should a Cup of Coffee Cost? Coffee Shop Cost Control
Learn how to calculate your true coffee cost per cup and set a profitable price that covers beans, milk, labor, rent, and more.
How to Run a Successful Specialty Coffee Shop
Learn the three essential elements—location, coffee quality, and service—that determine whether your coffee shop thrives or fails.
2015 January Third Week Specialty Coffee Bean Prices
Find the latest specialty coffee bean prices from Coffee Workshop for the third week of January 2015. Contact for custom roast profiles.
Aroma Terms Every Barista Should Know
Learn the key coffee aroma terms every barista needs to understand, with examples from real specialty coffees.
How the Herd Effect Shapes Café Success and Starbucks’ Appeal
Learn how 'herd behavior' affects café decisions and why Starbucks became a default choice through strategic customer anchoring.
How to Create Atmosphere in a Specialty Coffee Shop
Learn five proven ways to shape your coffee shop’s ambiance, from music and lighting to customer-aligned design and display.
Startup Cafés in Beijing vs Shanghai: What’s the Same, What’s Different
Explore the shared traits and regional differences of startup cafés in Beijing and Shanghai, from operating models to local entrepreneurial cultures.
London's TAP Coffee No. 193: A Specialty Roastery in Soho
Discover TAP Coffee No. 193 in London’s Soho, a specialty coffee shop blending roast aroma, design detail, and in-house roasting for a unique café experience.
South Korea’s Trendiest Dog Café in Busan
Looking for a canine companion while you sip coffee? This Busan café offers rescued dogs, snacks, and a chill vibe—for just $7.20.
How to Build a Specialty Coffee Bar That Works
Learn how Melbourne’s Proud Mary built its iconic specialty coffee bar with equipment choices, layout tips, and flexible service models.