The award-winning roaster and barista reflects on communist Romania, where coffee was a precious commodity—and how she, and her country, have grown since then. BY MICHAEL BUTTERWORTHFOR BARISTA MAGAZINE Photos by Paula Detesan Delia Avram […]
We hear from two migrant farmers on their experiences in the U.S., and how the specialty industry can better support communities at origin. BY MELINA DEVONEYFOR BARISTA MAGAZINE Featured photo by Shelby Murphy Figueroa Immigration […]
The specialty-coffee scene in Osaka is blooming, and we’re back in this Japanese city for an updated café guide. BY JODEE FOKBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos by Jodee Fok Coffee, to many enthusiasts, isn’t just a […]
With a new creativity-first format and a global season spanning six continents, The Barista League is transforming the world of coffee competitions in 2026. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Photos courtesy of The Barista League […]
Our recurring round-up of the latest specialty-coffee industry news. FROM STAFF REPORTS Featured image by Joshua Earle Trump Cuts Agricultural Tariffs, but Brazil’s Tariffs Remain High UPDATE: BRAZIL TARIFFS OVERTURNED Last week, the Trump administration […]
The coffee competition showcased the resilience and dedication of Brazil’s coffee producers. BY MICHAELA TOMCHEKBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos by Michaela Tomchek Cup of Excellence (CoE) is a prestigious coffee competition that recognizes the world’s highest-quality […]
We speak with founder Hiy-Ling Nathalie Lao about Southeast Asian coffee, ethical sourcing, and the beauty in being mobile. BY SARAH CHARLESBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Là-Haut Coffee In the heart of Bordeaux, France, […]
Early last month, we went café-hopping in the South African city. Today, we’re highlighting four of our favorite spots. BY VASILEIA FANARIOTISENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT Cover photo courtesy of Father When I visited Johannesburg, South Africa, […]
Etelle Higonnet of Coffee Watch explains what’s at risk, and how the industry can pave a better path forward. BY BHAVI PATELBARISTA MAGAZINE ONLINE Photos courtesy of Coffee Watch The aroma of your morning coffee […]
The former U.S. Barista Champ shares his top foods and coffee heroes, his at-home coffee ritual, and more. FOR BARISTA MAGAZINE Featured photo courtesy of Isaiah Sheese Isaiah Sheese’s coffee career began in Tulsa, Okla., […]
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