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What Is a Barista Certification and Why It Matters
Learn what a barista certification entails, who issues it, and how it benefits your coffee career or business in the specialty sector.
China’s Coffee Market Is Poised for Rapid Growth
China’s coffee consumption is climbing fast, with urban averages still low but growth rates surging. Discover the trends driving this boom.
Why Cheap Coffee Sells in China’s Specialty Market
Five key reasons explain why low-cost coffee beans still flood China’s market — from outdated beans to non-compliant packaging.
Global Coffee Market Size, Trends & Outlook
Learn how much coffee is produced worldwide, who the top producers are, and how global consumption and trade values break down.
Wang Yangfa: The Man Behind China’s 800-Store Coffee Empire
How Wang Yangfa built an 800-store coffee chain starting from one Shanghai café in 2001, pioneering quality and culture in China’s hospitality sector.
How DiO Coffee Scaled Fast with Love and Strategy
DiO Coffee grew to 300+ stores in 6 years by blending European-style ambiance, personalized service, and strict franchise vetting. Here’s how.
How Did Seine Left Bank Become a Chinese Coffee Brand?
Founded in 2005, Seine Left Bank adapted French café culture to China’s market with over 600 locations planned. Learn its expansion, model, and investor support.
How Aix Coffee Grew 12 Stores in 5 Years
Founded in Shenzhen, Aix Coffee expanded to 12 stores in five years with a focus on quality coffee, French pastries, and premium customer experience.
Barista Sam Liu’s Decade in Specialty Coffee
A veteran barista shares how coffee shaped his life, from first espresso to dreaming of opening his own café.
How Aix Coffee Became a South China Specialty Brand in Five Years
Founded in Shenzhen, Aix Coffee grew to 12 stores in five years and aimed for 30 by 2014. Its founder, a second-generation entrepreneur, focused on quality over price.
How a Guangzhou Innkeeper Became a Specialty Coffee Founder
A Guangzhou inn owner’s accidental journey into specialty coffee began with frustrated staff and a failed training investment — until he trained himself and opened a roastery café.
How a Village Official Built a Successful Coffee Shop Chain in China
A former university graduate and village official in China turned her passion for coffee into a thriving business with two themed cafés and plans for a third.
Why You Shouldn’t Drink Coffee and Smoke at the Same Time
Drinking coffee while smoking damages blood vessels and increases health risks. Experts advise avoiding combining the two habits.
What Entrepreneurs Say About Entering China’s Coffee Industry
China’s coffee market grows over 30% yearly, yet per capita consumption is just 0.01 cups daily. Here’s what investors and founders say about the opportunities and risks.
How Yang Jinfa Brought Hangzhou Culture to 700 Coffee Shops
The founder of Cross-Straits Coffee shares how he plans to open 5,000 locations and promote Hangzhou globally through coffee and culture.
Why Chain Coffee Shops Are Flooding Into China
China’s booming coffee market is drawing global chains, but local players are also adapting with culture-driven models and strong blends.
China Coffee Industry Growth 2012–2016: Forecasts & Trends
China’s coffee market grew from 8,000 tonnes in 2011 to a projected 50,000 tonnes by 2020. See key data on consumption, forecasts, and foreign competition.
What Is Espresso? The World’s Strongest Coffee Drink
Espresso is a concentrated coffee brewed under 9–10 bars of pressure. Learn how it’s made, why it has crema, and how it forms the base of lattes and cappuccinos.
Why Coffee Is One of America’s Most Popular Drinks
Coffee became a US staple after the Boston Tea Party and WWII coffee breaks. Today, 80% of Americans drink it—here’s why.
Common Types of Coffee You Drink Every Day
From instant to espresso, learn the 5 most common coffee types people drink daily, how they’re made, and what makes each unique.