Coffee Industry
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3 Yuan Coffee Draws Dozens of Cups per Order in Nanjing
A community-run coffee shop in Nanjing sells coffee for just 3 yuan per cup, but customers often order dozens—or even 666—at once to donate to charity.
How to Run a Successful Independent Coffee Shop
Want to open your own coffee shop? Learn the six essential steps to running a profitable and meaningful independent café.
Beijing’s Awakening Café: A Soulful Urban Retreat
A former media professional and her friend turned a Beijing courtyard into a meditative café blending organic drinks, vintage décor, and quiet connection.
How to Make Pour-Over Coffee at Home Like a Pro
Learn how to brew pour-over coffee at home with just a filter, hot water, and freshly ground beans. Step-by-step guide included.
No Seat Coffee: Wuhan’s High-Volume, Low-Price Specialty Model
No Seat Coffee in Wuhan sells premium coffee at ultra-low prices, proving volume can beat high margins. Discover how they do it.
How a Student-Run Coffee Spot Became a Qingdao Favorite
A small, student-founded café on Qingdao’s University Road draws crowds with its vintage courtyard and laid-back coffeehouse vibe.
ODIN Bar & Cafe: Design Meets Coffee in Toronto
A Toronto coffee bar blends concrete, glass, and smart zoning to serve both drinks and design-conscious customers.
GRACE Coffee Roaster Opens in Panyu, Guangzhou
A new specialty coffee spot has opened near 'Big Brother Restaurant' in Guangzhou’s Panyu district, featuring a 1920s-inspired interior and a 180,000 RMB Spirit espresso machine.
How to Brew Fresh Coffee at Home With Simple Methods
Learn how to make fresh, great-tasting coffee at home using easy techniques like pour-over, moka pot, and drip bags—with exact temps and steps.
Which U.S. Jobs Drink the Most Coffee? New Data
A 2015 survey of nearly 5,000 American workers reveals which professions rely most on coffee, and how likely Americans are to drink it daily.
Want to Farm on the World’s Most Remote Island?
Tristan da Cunha, home to 265 people, is hiring a farmer to boost local food production. The island has no airport and only 9 ship arrivals per year.
720 Bags of Coffee Stolen in Sweden Worth $100K
Thieves stole 720 large bags—4 tons—of coffee destined for Norway, valued at 1 million SEK (~$100K). Swedish coffee heists aren’t rare.
How to Become a Professional Barista: Start With Coffee Beans
Learn the essential skills, knowledge, and international certifications needed to become a skilled barista, starting with understanding coffee beans.
13 Key Things to Get Right When Running a Coffee Shop
Running a café? Here are 13 essential factors—like location, budgeting, and equipment—that determine whether your shop succeeds or fails.
Taiwan's Adorable Themed Café Opens in Shanghai
A popular Taiwanese-themed café has landed in Shanghai’s Joy City mall, offering cozy interiors, character-themed treats, and a photogenic panda photo booth.
Where to Find the Best Coffee in Melbourne
Explore Melbourne’s top specialty coffee spots, from Pellegrini’s to Sensory Lab, and understand why the city’s coffee culture is unmatched.
Barcelona’s Wer-haus Blends Fashion, Coffee & Art
A new Barcelona concept store fuses café, gallery, boutique and restaurant into one relaxed, design-led space you can linger in all afternoon.
Cats, Coffee, and Cozy Vibes at a Street-Side Cat Café
Discover how street-side cat cafés blend feline companionship with specialty coffee culture, creating cozy spaces where pets and pour-overs meet.
How NO SEAT COFFEE Made Wuhan’s Coffee Affordable
Wuhan’s NO SEAT COFFEE sells premium coffee for just ¥10 a cup by dropping seat space, maximizing volume, and controlling every cost — here’s how.
How One Traveler Built a Global Coffee Map While Living in Airbnb Homes
A young traveler spent years living in Airbnb rentals worldwide, collecting 300+ coffee shop logos and stories into a hand-drawn map.