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The World’s 10 Most Iconic Specialty Coffee Houses
From Vienna’s historic cafes to Tokyo’s artistic spaces, these 10 legendary coffee houses have shaped global coffee culture.
Edinburgh Cafe in Guangzhou Brings Scottish Culture to Life
Step into Guangzhou’s Edinburgh Cafe, where Scottish heritage comes alive through period decor, tartan kilts, and historic maps. Discover its cultural charm.
Why This Cozy Coffee Spot Feels Like Home
A quiet café in a busy plaza becomes a favorite through warm service, creative coffee, and hearty food—visited three times for good reason.
The First Coffee Shops in Chongqing
Chongqing’s first known coffee spots emerged in the 1920s—here’s where and how Western-style cafes brought coffee to the city’s public.
Tainan's Lao Coffee: A Storytelling Specialty Shop
A Tainan coffee shop run by a roaster who sources Laos beans, hand-roasts them in the mountains, and serves them with charm and warmth.
Where to Find Coffee Carts Around the World
Explore global coffee trucks and carts, from New York to Tokyo, serving everything from espresso to specialty brews on wheels.
Melbourne’s Coffee Culture: Where to Find the Best Cups
Explore Melbourne’s top coffee districts, the rise of espresso, and why Aussies now drink 2.4kg of coffee per year.
The World’s First Coffeehouses: Origins and History
Discover where the world’s first coffeehouses opened, how they spread, and why they became centers of culture, debate, and commerce.
Why Specialty Coffee Fans Still Flock to Kalumeng Café
Kalumeng Café remains a go-to for Japanese-style and high-end single-origin coffee, despite tough profitability in China’s specialty market.
Why Dan Coffee in Shanghai Is a Rarely Profitable Japanese-Style Roastery
Discover why Dan Coffee in Shanghai’s Tianzifang stands out as one of few profitable Japanese-style roasteries, with custom-built roasters and standout single-origin pours.
Why Einstein Café Is a Go-To for Smart Coffee Fans
Located opposite the University of Toronto, Einstein Café is known for its engineer crowd, 'Einstein beer', and brainy challenges—like free wings for solving relativity.
Shanghai’s Most Photogenic Vintage Café
Discover Old Man Mai Coffee, a charming shabby-chic café in a 1927 German-style villa in Shanghai’s former French Concession.
Gaza’s First Baby Café Opens in Gaza City
Gaza’s first baby café opened in Gaza City, offering childcare while parents enjoy coffee, food, and social time.
How Cat Cafés in Shanghai Help Lonely Singles Socialize
At least three cat cafés in Shanghai serve as social hubs for cat lovers, pet dating events, and relaxed companionship over coffee.
Alternative Theme Cafés in Wuhan You’ve Never Heard Of
Wuhan’s best coffee shops do more than serve espresso—they host live music, movie nights, and boutique shopping. Here’s where to find them.
Cafes and Coffee Culture on Phuket Island
Explore Phuket’s limited but notable café scene, from budget espresso spots to resort coffee bars, with prices and machine details included.
Rumaizu: A Japanese-Owned Home-Roast Coffee Shop in Shanghai
In a quiet Shanghai alley, Rumaizu is a small Japanese-run home-roast café with just six seats and a 1kg roaster, serving carefully roasted beans daily.
How Coffee Kiosks Offer Simpler, Profitable Street-Level Brewing
Coffee kiosks cost less to start and may earn more than cafés. Unique design boosts visibility and draws foot traffic—key for success.
China’s Cafe Show China 2014: What to Expect
Cafe Show China 2014 returns August 8–10 in Beijing, showcasing global coffee products, equipment, and café culture under one roof.
Hand-Painted Latte Art: How to Create Coffee Designs
Learn how to make hand-drawn latte art with classic techniques, right grind, and stable milk foam for stunning coffee designs.