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[ July 22, 2026 ] A Deep Dive into Brussels’ Coffee History + Top Shops to Visit in the City Belgium
[ July 21, 2026 ] How to Foster a Positive Work Environment: The Leadership Skills Needed to Succeed Beyond the Bar Cafe management
[ July 20, 2026 ] Test Drive: The Hario NEO—The Latest Upgrade to the V60 Coffee Gear and Equipment
[ July 17, 2026 ] 4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Davis, California California
[ July 16, 2026 ] The Women Leading the Coffee Equipment-Service Trade People in Coffee

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A Deep Dive into Brussels’ Coffee History + Top Shops to Visit in the City

July 22, 2026 Comments Off

An unfiltered look at Belgium’s colonial history + specialty-coffee culture in the country’s capital. BY ISABELLE MANI BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos by Isabelle Mani unless otherwise noted Before coffee became an espresso served in a […]

How to Foster a Positive Work Environment: The Leadership Skills Needed to Succeed Beyond the Bar

July 21, 2026 Comments Off on How to Foster a Positive Work Environment: The Leadership Skills Needed to Succeed Beyond the Bar

While serving good coffee is important, it isn’t the only thing that makes a café great. Today, we explore why [...]
Test Drive: The Hario NEO—The Latest Upgrade to the V60

July 20, 2026 Comments Off on Test Drive: The Hario NEO—The Latest Upgrade to the V60

A familiar shape, a radically different interior: Hario’s NEO is the V60 you already know, reimagined from the inside out. [...]
4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Davis, California

July 17, 2026 Comments Off on 4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Davis, California

Nestled in Northern California and known for its small-town feel, Davis is home to a growing specialty-coffee scene and a [...]
The Women Leading the Coffee Equipment-Service Trade

July 16, 2026 Comments Off on The Women Leading the Coffee Equipment-Service Trade

Meet the women paving the way for more inclusivity in a historically male-dominated field. BY JON FERGUSON FOR BARISTA MAGAZINE [...]
Empowering Deaf Baristas in Cape Town with I Love Coffee Group

July 15, 2026 Comments Off on Empowering Deaf Baristas in Cape Town with I Love Coffee Group

In South Africa, 70-80% of Deaf adults are unemployed: a statistic that one coffee company has set out to change. [...]

Uganda is Making Waves in the Specialty-Coffee Scene

July 14, 2026 Comments Off on Uganda is Making Waves in the Specialty-Coffee Scene

Long overlooked in the specialty sector, Ugandan coffee producers broke records at a Mountain Harvest auction earlier this month. BY [...]
How Raised Drying Beds Are Improving Coffee Quality in Kenya

July 13, 2026 Comments Off on How Raised Drying Beds Are Improving Coffee Quality in Kenya

Drying coffee on raised beds is a common practice in Kenya’s coffee-growing regions. But how exactly does it impact coffee [...]
The Insider: Headlines from the Coffee Industry

July 10, 2026 Comments Off on The Insider: Headlines from the Coffee Industry

Our recurring round-up of the latest specialty-coffee industry news. FROM STAFF REPORTS Featured image by Joshua Earle NCA Urges Addition [...]
Highlights from World of Coffee Brussels 2026: Part Two

July 9, 2026 Comments Off on Highlights from World of Coffee Brussels 2026: Part Two

More takeaways from Belgium’s first World of Coffee, including highlights from Europe’s 100 Best Coffee Shops awards and the World [...]
Highlights from World of Coffee Brussels 2026: Part One

July 8, 2026 Comments Off on Highlights from World of Coffee Brussels 2026: Part One

New gadgets, groundbreaking collaborations, and exciting competition wins: all the reasons why WOC Brussels was an event to remember. BY [...]

Summertime in Sapporo: 3 City Center Cafés to Check Out

July 7, 2026 Comments Off on Summertime in Sapporo: 3 City Center Cafés to Check Out

The capital of Hokkaido, Sapporo is well-known for its beer and ski slopes—but it’s also home to a vibrant specialty-coffee [...]
Transforming Kenyan Coffee into Wellness Products With Doris Obondo

July 6, 2026 Comments Off on Transforming Kenyan Coffee into Wellness Products With Doris Obondo
A Guide to Café Cleaning—From Bar to Behind the Scenes

July 2, 2026 Comments Off on A Guide to Café Cleaning—From Bar to Behind the Scenes
Addressing Burnout Across the Coffee Industry: How to Make Mental Health a Priority Behind the Bar

July 1, 2026 Comments Off on Addressing Burnout Across the Coffee Industry: How to Make Mental Health a Priority Behind the Bar
4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Surin, Thailand

June 30, 2026 Comments Off on 4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Surin, Thailand
Watermelon Seeds Are Hitting the Alternative Milk Scene

June 29, 2026 Comments Off on Watermelon Seeds Are Hitting the Alternative Milk Scene
The Insider: Headlines from the Coffee Industry

June 26, 2026 Comments Off on The Insider: Headlines from the Coffee Industry

The Barista League Brings Energy, Enthusiasm and Excitement to Mexico City

June 25, 2026 Comments Off on The Barista League Brings Energy, Enthusiasm and Excitement to Mexico City

With a reimagined format, the coffee competition turned Mexico’s capital into a coffee festival—and home team Karla Bravo and Victor Granados walked away as champions. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTI SENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos courtesy of The [...]
How to Get the Most Out of Your Online Marketplace

June 24, 2026 Comments Off on How to Get the Most Out of Your Online Marketplace
Emotional Intelligence: The Leadership Skill Specialty Coffee Can’t Afford to Ignore

June 23, 2026 Comments Off on Emotional Intelligence: The Leadership Skill Specialty Coffee Can’t Afford to Ignore
Here’s Why You Should Come to Camp Coffee Shop

June 22, 2026 Comments Off on Here’s Why You Should Come to Camp Coffee Shop
Go With the Flow: How to Provide the Best Café Experience Through Intentional Design

June 19, 2026 Comments Off on Go With the Flow: How to Provide the Best Café Experience Through Intentional Design
How Cooperatives Are Transforming Coffee Production in Kenya

June 18, 2026 Comments Off on How Cooperatives Are Transforming Coffee Production in Kenya
The Fight for Coffee’s Future Continues: A Look at World Coffee Research’s Annual Report

June 17, 2026 Comments Off on The Fight for Coffee’s Future Continues: A Look at World Coffee Research’s Annual Report

A Deep Dive into Brussels’ Coffee History + Top Shops to Visit in the City

July 22, 2026 Comments Off on A Deep Dive into Brussels’ Coffee History + Top Shops to Visit in the City

An unfiltered look at Belgium’s colonial history + specialty-coffee culture in the country’s capital. BY ISABELLE MANI BARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE [...]
4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Davis, California

July 17, 2026 Comments Off on 4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Davis, California
Summertime in Sapporo: 3 City Center Cafés to Check Out

July 7, 2026 Comments Off on Summertime in Sapporo: 3 City Center Cafés to Check Out
4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Surin, Thailand

June 30, 2026 Comments Off on 4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Surin, Thailand
6 Cool Cafés to Visit in Varkala Beach, Kerala, India

June 11, 2026 Comments Off on 6 Cool Cafés to Visit in Varkala Beach, Kerala, India

Summer Drink Roundup 2026: What Barista Magazine Readers Are Sipping This Season

June 16, 2026 Comments Off on Summer Drink Roundup 2026: What Barista Magazine Readers Are Sipping This Season

We asked our online readers what beverages they’re cooling down with this summer—and today, we’re sharing some of our favorites. [...]
Step into Spring: Fun + Easy Drink Inspiration for the Season

April 29, 2026 Comments Off on Step into Spring: Fun + Easy Drink Inspiration for the Season
Palm Sugar & Soul—How One Indonesian Recipe is Taking the World by Storm

April 20, 2026 Comments Off on Palm Sugar & Soul—How One Indonesian Recipe is Taking the World by Storm
How to Liven Up Café Drinks Without Relying on Sweeteners

April 16, 2026 Comments Off on How to Liven Up Café Drinks Without Relying on Sweeteners
Celebrate the Season of Love: Valentine’s Day Specials from 5 All-Star Baristas

February 13, 2026 Comments Off on Celebrate the Season of Love: Valentine’s Day Specials from 5 All-Star Baristas

Test Drive: The Hario NEO—The Latest Upgrade to the V60

July 20, 2026 Comments Off on Test Drive: The Hario NEO—The Latest Upgrade to the V60

A familiar shape, a radically different interior: Hario’s NEO is the V60 you already know, reimagined from the inside out. [...]
Test Drive: The LIGRE Siji Espresso Grinder

May 27, 2026 Comments Off on Test Drive: The LIGRE Siji Espresso Grinder
Test Drive: The LIGRE Youn

May 19, 2026 Comments Off on Test Drive: The LIGRE Youn
Test Drive: The IKAPE KAPO K2 Pro Portable Espresso Machine

May 4, 2026 Comments Off on Test Drive: The IKAPE KAPO K2 Pro Portable Espresso Machine
Test Drive: The emanuale

March 12, 2026 Comments Off on Test Drive: The emanuale

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A Deep Dive into Brussels’ Coffee History + Top Shops to Visit in the City

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How to Foster a Positive Work Environment: The Leadership Skills Needed to Succeed Beyond the Bar

Test Drive: The Hario NEO—The Latest Upgrade to the V60

4 Cool Cafés to Check Out in Davis, California

The Women Leading the Coffee Equipment-Service Trade

Empowering Deaf Baristas in Cape Town with I Love Coffee Group

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Uganda is Making Waves in the Specialty-Coffee Scene

How Raised Drying Beds Are Improving Coffee Quality in Kenya

The Insider: Headlines from the Coffee Industry

Highlights from World of Coffee Brussels 2026: Part Two

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A Deep Dive into Brussels’ Coffee History + Top Shops to Visit in the City

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