Café
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How Korea’s Caffebene Plans to Conquer China’s Coffee Retail Market
Korea’s Caffebene entered China in 2012 and now runs hundreds of stores. Here’s how it plans to dominate retail with 120,000 outlets and a 7-region dealer network.
How to Approach Coffee Brewing: Core Principles
Before brewing, think: what kind of coffee do you want? This guide outlines the 3 essential elements of every cup and how to get it right.
Drinking 5 Cups of Coffee Daily Cuts Female Fertility in Half
Women consuming five or more cups of coffee per day may see their chance of conception drop by 50%, a Danish fertility study finds.
How Caffeine Helps Reduce Parkinson’s Symptoms
Daily caffeine intake equivalent to 2–4 cups of coffee improved movement speed and reduced stiffness in Parkinson’s patients over six weeks.
How Coffee Shops Win With Cross-Industry Collaborations
Learn how Caffebene and other cafes thrive through smart cross-sector partnerships, from finance to pop culture, creating value beyond just coffee.
How Long Does It Take to Plan and Fund a New Coffee Shop?
Planning and funding a new coffee shop can take anywhere from one month to over six months. Here’s what determines the timeline.
How to Choose a Location for Your First Coffee Shop
Learn the essential steps and timeline for finding the right spot to open a coffee shop, with data-driven insights for success.
How to Design and Renovate a New Coffee Shop from Scratch
Starting a coffee shop? Design and renovation are crucial. Learn the key stages, timelines, and essential elements for a successful café space.
How to Prepare for Your First Coffee Shop Opening
Learn the essential steps for launching your coffee shop, from equipment to marketing, and avoid costly rookie mistakes.
How Long Is the New Coffee Shop Startup Phase?
New coffee shops typically spend 1–3 months in their early 'soft launch' phase, adjusting operations and finding their footing before full operation.
7 Key Elements of Running a Specialty Coffee Shop
Running a coffee shop smoothly comes down to seven essential operational factors — from team building to event planning.
What Makes a Successful Specialty Coffee Shop Owner?
A successful coffee shop owner needs business sense, technical curiosity, and great people skills. Here’s what really matters beyond just loving coffee.
How to Rescue a Struggling Independent Coffee Shop
If your café is losing money or empty in winter, here’s a 6-point action plan to stop the losses and stabilize fast.
Are Independent Coffee Shop Startups Really Doomed?
Coffee shop startups have a surprisingly decent survival rate, especially outside major cities—but perception is worse than reality.
How Independent Bookstores Survive with Coffee Bars and Membership Models
Entity bookstores are surviving by adding coffee bars, creative markets, and memberships. Here’s how culture-driven retail is adapting offline.
The 3 Key Elements of Running a Great Coffee Shop
Want to run a successful café? Learn the three essential factors—location, coffee quality, and service—that make a café both profitable and enjoyable.
Jeju Volcanic Cave Transformed Into Underground Coffee Spot
A 2006-discovered lava cave on Jeju Island now houses an underground café serving fresh tea and coffee. Nearby, a self-service 'honesty' café also welcomes visitors.
Taiwan’s Faraway Elementary School Café
This abandoned elementary school in northern Taiwan is now a weekend café attracting 200–300 visitors daily, known for its ocean views and handmade desserts.
How to Make Puff Pastry Dough: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to make classic puff pastry dough with 3 turns of lamination using butter, flour, and precise folding for flaky, layered results.
What Hiring a Barista Really Reveals About Your Cafe
Avoid hiring baristas who focus only on technique or self-promotion. Here’s how to find the right fit for your specialty coffee shop.