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Nanjing’s First Cat Café Welcomes 12+ Furry Residents
Nanjing’s first cat café in Zhujiang Road houses over a dozen cats while prioritizing feline wellbeing—no disturbing naps, and adoption or foster options available.
How 276 Coffee Cups Became a Floating Café Design
A Guangzhou café uses 276 suspended coffee cups and a height-adjustable bar to switch between daytime café and nighttime bar.
Hyogo Church-Inspired Café by Kimura Design Studio
A Hyogo coffee shop by Kimura Kouichi Studio takes design cues from a concrete-spired church, blending raw textures with a striking asymmetrical roof.
5 Must-Visit Parisian Cafés Every Coffee Lover Should See
Discover the top 5 iconic Paris cafés loved by locals and travelers, from historic haunts to creative hangouts with great coffee and atmosphere.
Harbin M Coffee: A Day-to-Night Coffee and Cocktail Lounge
Discover M Coffee in Harbin, a stylish venue blending coffee, light meals, cocktails, and themed parties with a relaxed, self-service vibe.
4 Feline-Friendly Cafés in Beijing for Coffee and Cat Lovers
Discover four cozy Beijing cafés where you can sip coffee, enjoy desserts, and hang out with adoptable cats in relaxed, Wi-Fi-enabled spaces.
Charming Corner Cafés Across Europe
Explore quaint European coffee shops tucked into street corners—why they’re beloved and what makes them feel so magical.
Industrial Café Atelier Mecanic: Old Factory Revival
Atelier Mecanic is a specialty coffee café housed in a repurposed factory, blending rustic tools, raw materials, and warmth in a retro-industrial space.
Inside Old Nanyang Cafe: A Hidden Gem of Hainan’s Coffee Culture
Discover Old Nanyang Cafe, a vibrant South Seas–inspired coffee spot in Hainan that blends heritage, food history, and culture in one immersive setting.
Dark Souls 2 Café Opens in Tokyo With Maid Cosplayers
FromSoftware partnered with a Tokyo restaurant to launch a Dark Souls 2 pop-up café, featuring themed drinks, in-character maids, and live cosplay performances.
Qingmi Café: Intimate Design in Chengdu’s Urban Space
Discover how Qingmi Café in Chengdu maximizes a small footprint with smart seating layouts, green dividers, and cozy nooks.
7 Best Dating Cafés in Shanghai for a Cozy Vibe
Looking for a romantic café in Shanghai? These 7 spots—from garden hideaways to literary havens—offer the perfect setting for a date.
7 Best Airport Coffee Shops Around the World
Discover where to find great coffee in airports globally, from La Colombe in Philly to Dr. Mojo’s Medicine in Wellington.
10th Row 11th Seat: A Hidden Café in Kunshan
A quiet café in Kunshan offers hand-written orders, dog-friendly vibes, and cozy seating—but book the tatami spot in advance.
5 Distinctive Specialty Coffee Shops in Shanghai Worth Visiting
Discover five unique Shanghai cafes, from changing-espresso spots to Japanese-style unlimited refills, each offering a distinct coffee experience.
6 Cozy Guangzhou Cafés for a Slow, Literary Escape
Discover six Guangzhou cafés where slow living, vintage decor, and great coffee help you unwind and recharge.
Small Coffee Shop Tips from a First-Time Owner
Learn how a former educator opened a 30-sq-ft coffee shop with just ¥100k, broke even in 8 months, and built a loyal local following.
How to Successfully Run a Coffee Shop
Learn how to open and operate a profitable coffee shop, from location and design to coffee quality and marketing strategies.
Avoid Common Mistakes When Opening a Coffee Shop
Learn why positioning, budgeting, and decor matter more than equipment when starting your own specialty coffee shop.
Coffee Industry Scams: What You Should Really Know
Learn how coffee scams work—from fake beans to untrained baristas—and how to avoid being cheated when buying or brewing coffee.