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From bean to cup, we look at all aspects of the global coffee industry, taking in crops, stocks, cafes and more.
Sol is a drink on the “Noc.turnal Night Menu” at NOC’s new location in Tai Koo that blends the flavour of malt hops with vanilla, finished with a hint of decaf espresso. Photo: NOC
Food and Drinks

5 new coffee shops in Hong Kong to visit in July 2025 for your caffeine fix

Coffee lovers have plenty of new spots to discover around Hong Kong, from cosy neighbourhood hideaways to bold, art-strewn shops.

Food and Drinks

5 cute cafes to visit in Hong Kong for Jellycat menus, latte art and more

Trending in China

Chinese cafe goes viral over coffee drink laced with cooked pig intestine

Mergers & Acquisitions

Starbucks denies it is considering a full sale of its China operations

‘We see significant long-term potential … and are evaluating the best ways to capture the future growth opportunities,’ coffee chain says.

Starbucks has been rapidly losing ground to domestic challengers known for their efficient models and affordable menus. Photo: Shutterstock
Food and Drinks

Coffee revolution brewing to meet Asia’s growing demand

Against a backdrop of soaring bean prices and changing consumer habits, the Asia-Pacific region’s speciality coffee scene is an industry in flux.

Hong Kong society

Brewing danger: 80% of Hongkongers unaware of microplastics in tea and coffee

Green group points to studies indicating single plastic tea bag can release up to 11.6 billion microplastics and 3.1 billion nanoplastic particles after being steeped in hot water.

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Food and Drinks

The buzz in Hong Kong, from a coffee bar to burgers with a view

Enjoy NOC Coffee Co’s healthy menu or Food Parc’s premium offerings, heal your body at Phyx’s, and indulge in Flat Iron Burger’s waterfront dining.

Nearly 10,000 premium products are stocked at Food Parc in Wan Chai’s Hopewell Mall. Photo: Food Parc
IPO

Why Chinese fresh-drink firms could leave investors high and dry

Too much money could be chasing the same growth story, S&P Global Ratings says.

Indonesia

Bitterness reimagined: Bali bomber seeks a second chance through coffee

Once one of the world’s most wanted men, Umar Patek is now launching a coffee brand in Indonesia – leaving a bitter taste for the bereaved.

Food and Drinks

There is a whole latte love for coffee in Busan, South Korea

Busan’s coffee scene is thriving, with award-winning baristas and unique blends that make it the best place for the drink in South Korea.

Hytte Roastery in Busan is known for light roasts that highlight the beans’ natural characteristics. Photo: Instagram/hytte_roastery
Food and Drinks

Hong Kong’s hottest new openings: Bacha Coffee, Finesse Pâtisserie & more

Rayu chicken flatbread at Gróa by Nute, Wagyu sandwiches at Bacha, the ‘ultimate pastry experience’ at Finesse Pâtisserie – and more.

Health-conscious eatery Fete Up has arrived at Basehall 02. Photo: Fete Up
Mergers & Acquisitions

Starbucks is said to kick off process to sell stake in China business

Starbucks sent out letters via a financial adviser to several potential investors this week to solicit views on the China business and how to grow it, sources said.

Food and Drinks

Starbucks, Luckin get buzz from smaller-city coffee sales in China

‘There is still ample room for growth in lower-tier markets,’ analyst says.

Food and Drinks

China adds 12,000 coffee shops as mass appeal grows, Starbucks suffers

A presidential endorsement increases thirst for the drink while aggressive expansion and price competition make it more accessible.

Nowwa Coffee’s small outlets are often nested within convenience stores. Photo: Handout
China economy

Chinese tea hub Puer branches into coffee as tastes change

Officials have rolled out policies to improve production, attract investment, boost exports and encourage coffee tourism.

This photo taken on April 1, 2025, shows coffee plants in the foreground and rows of tea plants in the background at the Tianyuzhuang coffee plantation in Puer, in China’s southwest Yunnan province. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong tourism

Easter exodus bites hard as Hong Kong restaurants report 50% drop in business

Local eateries left reeling despite arrivals reaching 522,000, a 20 per cent increase compared with same period last year.

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Food and Drinks

Physicists discover how to make a stronger coffee using less coffee grounds

Researchers in the US reveal how the way you pour hot water, and with what sort of kettle, affects flavour when making pour-over coffee.

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Hong Kong

Need a caffeine fix? Try the Coffee HK x Tokyo Coffee Festival

Hong Kong’s debut nod to your beloved cup of Joe will leave you full of beans next weekend.

The Coffee HK x Tokyo Coffee Festival is Hong Kong’s largest outdoor coffee festival to date. Photo: Handout
Food and Drinks

For coffee fans, 5 new Hong Kong cafes and 2 festivals to visit in April 2025

New branches of popular cafes and a pet-friendly newcomer have opened, while two events will feature coffee vendors from Hong Kong to Japan.

Food and Drinks

Cappuccino after noon? 100-year-old barista in Italy thinks it’s fine

Coffee with milk in the afternoon is a no-no for many Italians. Not Anna Possi, a barista since 1958 who’ll happily pour it past midnight.

Banking & finance

China’s F&B sector faces challenges amid slowing consumer spending

Analysts warn that targeted measures are needed to revive the industry, as companies like Nayuki and Xiabu Xiabu report losses and closures.

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Mainland fresh drinks maker Nayuki expects to post an adjusted net loss of up to 970 million yuan for 2024. Photo: Costfoto/Future Publishing via Getty Images
Food and Drinks

5 new Hong Kong coffee shops to try in February 2025

Coffees shops with Scandinavian and Japanese vibes, and a whimsical, dog-friendly spot, are among new places to enjoy an espresso and more.

A Cointreau Disaronno from Urban Coffee Roaster in Central, Hong Kong. Photo: Urban Coffee Roaster
Hong Kong property

Mainland Chinese retailers make their presence felt in Hong Kong

China’s largest coffee chain opens first outlet in the city as it goes up against US rival Starbucks.

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Food and Drinks

Drink in Focus: Irish coffee at The Diplomat

This winter warmer, reportedly born at an airport in Ireland in the 1940s, gets a sumptuous upgrade at SoHo hotspot, The Diplomat.

Food and Drinks

5 new cafes and coffee shops in Hong Kong to try in December 2024

Get your caffeine fix this December at new spots that have opened up, from a pet-friendly place to a chocolate-centric cafe.

Ramie, in Causeway Bay on Hong Kong Island, is a new chocolate, tea and coffee specialist. Photo: Facebook/Tetsu Choi
Starbucks

Is Starbucks seeking help from a partner to regain its perk in China?

Starbucks is ‘working to find the best path to growth, which includes exploring strategic partnerships’, according to a statement.

A queue at a Starbucks cafe in Kunming city, in Yunnan province on 28 April 2011. Photo: ImagineChina.
Architecture and design

This coffee shop brings retro Milan to modern Hong Kong

After falling in love with Milanese coffee on a trip to Italy, this entrepreneur enlisted designer JJ Acuna to bring the Italian city’s vibe to Hong Kong.

Food

Video | Vietnam's young coffee entrepreneurs brew up a revolution

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