Coffee Industry
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World’s First Travel Café Opens in Beijing’s Sanlitun
WorldFriends launched China’s first travel-themed café in Beijing’s Solana Blue Harbor on December 16, blending books and coffee for travelers.
Xinhua Li Coffee Books: Xi’an’s Bookstore Reinvented as a Cultural Hub
Xi’an’s historic Xinhua bookstore has rebooted as Xinhua Li Coffee Books, blending books, coffee, live events, and culture in a modern space.
How a Young CEO Built a Xinjiang-Inspired 'Starbucks' Restaurant
Meet Almas Pulat, the 85s-born CEO transforming Xinjiang cuisine into a modern dining experience modeled after Starbucks. Discover his vision.
Owl Cafés in Japan Offer Coffee With Your Favorite Harry Potter Bird
Owl cafés in Japan let you interact with owls for around 1,100 yen per hour. Up to 40 birds rotate shifts—book ahead for the full experience.
Who Is Hougu Coffee? China’s First Domestic Coffee Brand
Hougu Coffee is China’s first major domestic coffee brand, founded in 2000s, with its own 10,000+ acre farms and the country’s largest instant coffee line.
Why Korea’s Shipping Container Spaces Are a Must-Visit
Discover how Korea transformed industrial metal containers into trendy malls, art spaces, and coffee shops—perfect for travelers seeking something different.
CAFÉ SLOW TRAIN: Yilan’s Railway-Themed Retro Coffee House
Hidden beside Yilan Station, CAFÉ SLOW TRAIN blends vintage Taiwanese railway charm with industrial café style, serving coffee, brunch, and craft beer.
YG x Paris Baguette Launch KRUNK Cafe in Shanghai
A KRUNK-themed cafe by YG and Paris Baguette opens in Shanghai on December 18, blending BIGBANG fandom with Korean-style baked goods and coffee.
How One Farmer Helped Yunnan Coffee Reach 42 Countries
A Yunnan entrepreneur started with just 5 acres of coffee in 1995. By 2014, his company exported to 42 countries including Japan, the UK, and the USA.
How Prada and Wes Anderson Built a Coffee Bar in Milan
Explore Bar Luce, the Wes Anderson-designed café inside Milan’s Prada Foundation, where 1950s aesthetics meet expertly made Italian coffee.
How Aini Coffee Built China’s First Rainforest Coffee Chain
Aini Coffee turned Yunnan into a global coffee origin by linking 10,000-acre rainforest farms to international roasters and domestic consumers over 20 years.
What Makes illy Coffee Unique? Blending, Roasting & Design Culture
Discover how illy achieves consistent global quality with 100% Arabica blends, ISO-certified processes, and artist-designed collectible cups.
How to Spot Real OldTown White Coffee in China
Learn how to identify genuine Malaysian OldTown White Coffee amid cheap counterfeits sold online, with details on packaging, pricing, and regional differences.
14 Specialty Coffee & Dessert Spots in Shanghai
Explore 14 stylish coffee and dessert shops across Shanghai perfect for gatherings, with unique themes from Nordic minimalism to Hello Kitty mania.
How a Beijing Coffee Shop Became a Cultural Hub in Three Years
Beijing’s Shuangcheng Coffee celebrates three years blending Taiwanese sensibility with local culture via film, music, and community-driven coffee moments.
Luxury Brand Coffee Shops That Redefine Fashion and Flavor
Explore how luxury fashion brands like Gucci, Ralph Lauren, and Prada are turning high-end coffee shops into stylish destinations.
The Story Behind Nestlé’s Specialty Coffee Brand Culture
Explore how Nestlé built its coffee brand identity, from its Swiss roots to the iconic 'Good Food, Good Life' slogan.
How Aini Coffee Built China’s First Rainforest Coffee Chain
Aini Group controls 10,000 acres of rainforest-grown coffee, runs 6 processing facilities, and partnered with Starbucks to upgrade Yunnan’s coffee supply chain.
The First Chinese Coffee Brand: Hougu Coffee’s Legacy
Hougu Coffee is China’s first domestic coffee brand, earning multiple national honors since 1999. Discover its milestones and significance in the industry.
What Makes Ipoh OldTown White Coffee Different?
Discover why Ipoh’s OldTown white coffee is smoother, less bitter, and widely loved — with low acidity, no caramel, and unique low-temperature roasting.