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Despite its historical association with tea, even China is proving receptive to the all-conquering coffee shop juggernaut. Many seem willing and happy to trade in their puerhs and oolongs in favor of lattes and Frappuccinos. There's a saying in China, "Firewood, rice, oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar, and tea.” This refers to the belief that these are the 7 basic daily necessities in China. Could coffee become the eighth?Read more here: …See More

Beijing hipster or a Shanghai Banker? The rivalry between Beijing, the national capital, and Shanghai, the financial capital, has been going on for decades.We want to know the expat view, which city do you prefer? http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/N5TZ62M: please take a couple of minutes to take the survey. Be creative and don't hold back. See More

I am doing some research for an article.I want to find out, where expats in Beijing go for a good cup of coffee? It could be because the coffee tastes good, it's good value or the atmosphere in the coffee shop is more relaxed and comfortable than the big coffee chains.Or if you would rather buy a coffee machine and have good tasting coffee at home.Thank youJonSee More