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Honolulu Coffee Experience Center

This location is open 6:30am - 4:30pm Everyday.

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If you’re in Honolulu, you’ve got to stop by our Honolulu Coffee Experience Center. Our flagship location is a 9,000 square foot coffee lover’s paradise. Since the Experience Center opened in 2015, we’ve welcomed both tourists and locals into our home for some of the best coffee in the world. 

The Experience Center was built with the goal of bringing our community the full farm-to-roast -to-cup coffee experience. Today, thousands of visitors come every year to witness our roasting process, taste test our most recent brews, enjoy our bakery and café foods, and browse through our gift shop. 

Our Kona Coffee Process

Here at Honolulu Coffee, we are proud to farm and produce some of the highest quality Kona coffee in the world. Our Kona beans are locally grown on the beautiful slopes of the Mauna Loa Volcano, located on the Big Island of Hawaii. Once the cultivation process has concluded, the beans are ready for our handcrafted roasting process. Highlighted by the use of the celebrated and rare 1944 Probat UG22 iron-cast roaster, our Kona beans are roasted by our experienced and passionate roasting team to bring out the natural fruit flavors that our coffee is known for.  

Honolulu Coffee Experience Center Location & Hours

We are located across the street from the Hawaii Convention Center at the corner of Kapiolani Boulevard and Kalakaua Avenue. 

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Chiang Mai Coffee Tour: Trekking to Farm, Roast and Brew Workshop

Exploring the ethereal world of Chiang Mai’s coffee culture, travelers are invited to embark on a sensory adventure like no other.

The journey begins with a trek through verdant landscapes, where the nuances of coffee cultivation are unveiled.

As participants witness the art of roasting and brewing unfold before their eyes, they are enveloped in a symphony of aromas and flavors that tantalize the senses.

But what hidden gems lie in the heart of this immersive experience?

Get ready to uncover the secrets that make this tour a must-do for coffee enthusiasts and curious wanderers alike.

• Immerse in farm-to-cup journey learning about coffee production
• Gain hands-on experience in roasting and brewing techniques
• Explore diverse coffee flavors through various brewing methods
• Indulge in Northern Thailand’s culinary heritage during the tour

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Tour Itinerary Overview

Set out on an immersive journey through the Chiang Mai Coffee Tour with a captivating itinerary that promises a unique farm-to-cup experience.

The tour offers an exciting farm trekking exploration where visitors can witness firsthand the journey of coffee beans from cultivation to consumption.

Participants will gain valuable insights into the local coffee culture, learning about traditional methods of harvesting and processing coffee.

This part of the tour provides a deep dive into the roots of coffee production in the region, offering a rich understanding of the significance of coffee in Chiang Mai.

Farm Trekking Experience

Visitors on the Chiang Mai Coffee Tour are immersed in an authentic farm trekking experience, tracing the journey of coffee beans from cultivation to consumption.

The farm exploration begins with a guided tour of the lush coffee plantations, where guests witness the meticulous care that goes into nurturing the coffee plants. As they walk through the fields, they learn about the different varieties of coffee grown in the region and the sustainable farming practices employed.

On top of that, visitors get a firsthand look at the coffee processing methods, from harvesting ripe cherries to drying and sorting the beans. This hands-on experience offers a deep understanding of the labor-intensive process behind producing high-quality coffee.

Roasting Workshop Highlights

During the engaging Roasting Workshop, participants explore the art of transforming raw coffee beans into rich, aromatic delights through hands-on learning and expert guidance. Here are some highlights from the workshop:

• Roasting Techniques
• Understanding Flavor Profiles
• Experimenting with Different Roasting Levels
• Learning about Bean Varieties
• Practicing Roasting under Supervision

In this workshop, attendees gain valuable insights into the intricate process of coffee bean roasting. They explore various roasting techniques, discover how different roast levels affect flavor profiles, and get hands-on experience roasting beans.

The workshop provides a rundown of the art of roasting coffee, offering a deeper understanding of this crucial step in the coffee-making process.

Coffee Brewing Techniques

When brewing coffee, mastering the various techniques can significantly impact the flavor and quality of the final cup. The brewing method chosen can enhance or alter the unique flavor profiles that different bean origins offer.

For example, a pour-over method may highlight the delicate fruity notes of Ethiopian beans, while a French press might accentuate the chocolate undertones of Colombian beans. Understanding how grind size, water temperature , and brew time affect extraction is crucial in bringing out the best in each type of coffee bean.

Experimenting with different brewing techniques allows coffee enthusiasts to explore the diverse tastes and aromas that originate from various regions across the globe, making each cup a delightful journey of flavors.

Culinary Delights on the Tour

Exploring the rich tapestry of flavors and culinary delights on this coffee tour in Chiang Mai unveils a vibrant fusion of traditional hill tribe recipes and contemporary coffee culture. Visitors are treated to a feast of unique dishes that showcase the best of Northern Thailand’s culinary heritage.

• Radish miso soup hill tribe style : A comforting and flavorful soup that exemplifies the simplicity and richness of hill tribe cuisine .
• Homemade miso by hill tribe : A staple condiment made with expertise and care, adding depth to various dishes.
• Seasonal Vegetable Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce : A colorful and nutritious dish bursting with fresh flavors.
• Chicken free range scrambled egg, hill tribe style : A protein-rich breakfast option infused with local ingredients.
• Nam Prik Ong (Spicy Northern Thai Tomato) : A zesty and spicy condiment that elevates any meal with its bold flavors.

Customer Reviews and Special Offer

Enjoy the authentic experiences shared by fellow Viator travelers through their detailed reviews and take advantage of the special offer available on the Chiang Mai Coffee Tour.

With a total of 17 reviews and a perfect 5.0 overall rating, customers have raved about the tour, highlighting the incredible farm-to-cup journey and the expertly guided coffee experiences.

The customer feedback emphasizes the immersive nature of the tour, where participants not only get to taste exceptional coffees but also witness the entire process from cultivation to brewing.

Plus, there’s a promotional discount currently running for this tour, making it an even more enticing opportunity to explore the rich coffee culture of Chiang Mai. Don’t miss out on this chance to savor exceptional coffee while saving on your booking.

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• Chiang Mai: Evening Cooking Class and Local Market Visit
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• From Chiang Mai: Doi Saket Hiking Tour With Lunch
• Private Car With Driver: Chiang Mai To/From Chiang Rai
• Chiang Mai: Canyon Fest Floating Day Party FREE FOR ALL

Common questions

Is Transportation Provided to the Coffee Farm Included in the Tour Price?

Tour logistics typically include transportation to the coffee farm, ensuring a seamless experience. Coffee farm access is often part of the tour package, offering guests the opportunity to witness the entire process from cultivation to brewing.

Are There Any Age Restrictions for Participants on the Chiang Mai Coffee Tour?

Age restrictions are not specified for participants on the Chiang Mai Coffee Tour. The tour includes a coffee workshop and offers restroom facilities. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated, providing a well-rounded experience for all attendees.

Can Guests With Dietary Restrictions or Allergies Be Accommodated During the Culinary Portion of the Tour?

Guests with dietary restrictions or allergies can be accommodated during the culinary portion of the tour through menu customization and ingredient substitutions. The tour ensures dietary preferences and allergy accommodations for an enjoyable experience.

Are There Restroom Facilities Available Along the Trekking Route to the Coffee Farm?

Restroom facilities are available along the trekking route to the coffee farm. Travelers can comfortably take breaks during the journey. The tour ensures convenience and comfort for participants, allowing them to enjoy the experience without worrying about restroom access.

Is There a Minimum Number of Participants Required for the Tour to Proceed, and What Happens if That Number Is Not Met?

If the required minimum number of participants isn’t met, a full refund is provided. Group discounts might be affected. Refund policy states full reimbursement for cancellations 24 hours prior. No refunds within 24 hours.

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Don’t miss out on the Chiang Mai Coffee Tour for an unforgettable sensory adventure!

From exploring coffee farms to learning the art of roasting and brewing, this tour offers a unique experience that will awaken your senses.

With delicious culinary delights and glowing customer reviews, this excursion promises to leave a lasting impression.

Book now and embark on a journey through the lush landscapes of Chiang Mai that will tantalize your taste buds and create lasting memories.

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Coffee Tour and Workshop - From Seed to Cup - The Experience

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10:00am Session is in SPANISH  

2:00pm Session is in ENGLISH

During this Workshop you will have the opportunity to:

• Tour the coffee plantation grounds.
• We will discuss all the details of how coffee gets from a seed to a productive adult coffee tree.
• We will explain the coffee harvest.
• You will be able to walk the grounds and appreciate the trees up close.
• See the process and machinery used to process coffee, wet processing.
• And finally drying process.

2. You will roast your own coffee.

• We will provide the green coffee and micro roasters and guide you in the roasting process.
• In this way you not only learn but you are the "Roast Master" of your own coffee sample.
• You will experience the changes in colors, sounds and aromas that this extraordinary seed gives us during this process.

3.  Participants will grind their own freshly roasted coffee.

• You will be able to experience the aromas of freshly ground coffee.

4.  Participants will brew their coffee using the V60 method.

V60  is a very precise pouring method where you can taste your freshly roasted coffee.

This is a unique sensory experience in the world . You will never look at coffee the same way. Reserve your spot today! Limited spaces! Workshop limited to only 8 people per session. We provide all the equipment to roast and brew the coffee. Not recommended for children under 12 years old. Hot glass and hot water will be handled by the participant during roasting and pouring. Children under 12 are welcome and free of charge but can not do the roasting and pouring.

*Cancelation Policy for the workshop. Money will not be refunded, credit can be given for another session if requested at least 24hrs. prior to the scheduled time.

Customer Reviews

Starting your day with a good cup of coffee is a must. Starting your day with Hacienda Prosperidad coffee is a blessing. If you’re in the area take advantage of this tour, if you’re not, it’s worth the scenic drive. The tour was informative, fun but also lovely to see the passion the owners Alberto Jose and Marjorie have for coffee and Puerto Rico. We did the tour with our teenage daughter, it’s so beautiful, she wanted to stay. Thank you Hacienda Prosperidad for the experience!

We were a group of 8 person and we all enjoyed the tour a lot. First we visited the coffee plantation which was beautiful and it had many other tree species such as oranges. After the walk we heard about the history and some interesting facts of coffee than came the practical part where we could make our own roasted coffee. The tour was interesting and feels special also because the owner of the hacienda guides it.Highly recommended!

We learned so much during our time on this tour. Highly recommended if you are interested in how coffee is grown, processed and brewed.

Excelente servicio y lugar. El workshop es algo que no lo van a encontrar en mas ningun lugar. La historia y el conocimiento sobre el cafe y el proceso por el cual te llecan es algo brutal. 100% recomendado!!

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10 Trips for a Coffee Tour of the World

Who said you couldn’t plan a whole vacation around coffee? From drinking fresh-roasted java on a coffee plantation in Java to sipping an espresso in its Italian birthplace, every day can be International Coffee Day with a coffee-based trip. Dive into coffee culture in Melbourne, taste true Turkish coffee in Istanbul, and sample some of the world’s most expensive beans on a coffee tour in Hawaii. Grab a cup of joe and start planning your coffee trip around the world.

Italy – Birthplace of Espresso

A pilgrimage to Italy is a must for any coffee connoisseur. It’s the country that invented espresso and the cappuccino, after all. So, it’s no wonder that Italy has a strong coffee culture ruled by seemingly mysterious rituals and rules. Learn the ins and outs with a local guide on a coffee and dessert tour in Rome or Venice .

Tips for Ordering Coffee in Italy:

• Don’t order milky coffee drinks, such as a cappuccino, caffé latte, or latte macchiato, after 11 AM. Italians consider them bad for digestion if consumed later in the day.
• If you order a latte, you’ll just get a cup of milk (since that is what you said in Italian). A caffé latte (coffee with milk) is probably what you’re after.
• Don’t expect a to-go cup. Most Italian café’s serve their coffee in porcelain or glass cups and patrons stand at the bar or sit to enjoy their hot beverage. When in Rome….

Jamaica – Home of Blue Mountain Coffee

The cool misty mountains of Jamaica are some of the tallest in the Caribbean with rainfall and soil ideal for growing coffee. So, it’s no wonder that Blue Mountain Coffee, renowned for its mild flavor and lack of bitterness, is one of the most desirable and expensive coffees in the world. Go to the source on a coffee plantation tour in the Blue Mountains and try a freshly roasted cup on the farm. Learn about the labor-intensive process of harvesting, sorting, and vetting these world-class beans and take home a bag—or two—for yourself.

Melbourne, Australia – Coffee Capital of Australia

Does Melbourne have the best cafes in the world ? Judge for yourself with a trip to the Coffee Capital of Australia. Casual, eclectic, and quality-focused, coffee culture in Melbourne is more about enjoying a steamy cup of joe with a delicious bite to eat with good company than fueling up with your daily caffeine hit. Discover the city’s hidden-gem coffee shops with a local guide on a café culture walking tour of Melbourne.

Turkey – Take a Coffee Trip Through History

Drinking richly flavored, unfiltered coffee in Turkey is a coffee vacation must. The first coffee beans arrived in Istanbul in 1519, and it didn’t take long for this new drink to catch on. Turkish coffee culture and tradition is even recognized on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List. Sip this unique brew in historical venues and see old bazaars where people traded these magical beans on a small-group coffee tour of Istanbul . Then, learn the fine art and proper tools to make your own cup of Turkish coffee.

Tips for Drinking Turkish Coffee:

• Since sugar is cooked directly with the coffee grounds, request your sweetness level when you place your order.
• Swirl your cup slightly before each sip to remix the grounds with the water for a full-flavored experience.
• Don’t drink the last drop! Since Turkish coffee is unfiltered, all the grounds settle at the bottom of your cup. Leave the last gritty bit in the bottom to avoid spoiling the experience.

Colombia – Bean to Brew Coffee Tour

Blessed with an ideal geography and climate for growing coffee, Colombia produces some of the world’s best coffee. Meet up with a master barista in Bogota or Cartagena to fine-tune your palate by sampling beans from different regions in Colombia and discover how various brewing techniques affect flavor. If you really want to get down to the soil of coffee production in Colombia, journey to a family-run farm for a hands-on coffee tour . See the whole process from seed to cup—and you can even head into the fields to pick coffee cherries yourself.

Vienna, Austria – Elegant Coffee Houses

In Vienna, coffee is not just a drink, it’s an experience . Listed as part of Vienna’s intangible cultural heritage, UNESCO describes Viennese coffee house culture as a place “where time and space are consumed, but only the coffee is found on the bill.” Relaxing in elegance as you enjoy your drink—and perhaps a slice of cake—served on a silver tray is a coffee vacation in itself. Avoid the tourist-crowded coffee shops by taking a food and coffee tour with a local .

Hawaii, USA – Kona Coffee Plantation Tour

One of the priciest and most prized coffees in the world, Kona coffee grows only on the slopes of Hualalai and Mauna Loa on the Big Island of Hawaii. Tour a Kona coffee plantation to see how this gourmet coffee goes from bean to brew. Then, sample its sweet, fruity flavor and see if you can detect its natural hint of nuts or spice when you drink a freshly roasted cup.

Tips for Buying Kona Coffee in Hawaii:

• Look for labels that say 100% Kona coffee. Many gift shops in Hawaii sell Kona coffee blends that are usually only 10% Kona coffee beans.
• Buy whole beans instead of grounds. You get more flavor when you grind them just before brewing.
• Store your coffee in an airtight container in the freezer to optimize freshness when you return from your coffee vacation.

Indonesia – Caffeine-fueled Island Hopping

Of course, a world coffee tour wouldn’t be complete without a trip to Java. Visit the Banaran Coffee Plantation that has been growing quality robusta coffee since 1919 and enjoy a caffeinated cup of java in Java. Indonesia produces quality roasts across its islands, but be sure to include Bali on your coffee vacation. Sample beans sustainably grown alongside vanilla vines and cinnamon and clove trees while hearing about the socially responsible practices of Geo Coffee on a tour on Bali .

Seattle, USA – One of the Best Coffee Cities

It’s no secret that Seattle reigns as the epicenter of coffee culture in the United States . Birthplace of Starbucks, you can even buy your favorite roast at the original location in Pike Place Market . But beyond the coffee giant, Seattle thrives with a buzzing coffee culture in its many amazing coffee shops . Any coffee-lover’s trip to Seattle should include sipping your nitro cold brew while looking out through a rain-streaked window.

Vietnam – Vietnamese Coffee Vacation

As the second-largest coffee producer in the world, Vietnam brews its own unique style of coffee that’s well worth a trip. Vietnamese coffee starts with robusta beans, known for their high caffeine content and bitter bite, roasted with butter and brandy. Traditionally, the coarsely ground beans are brewed through a metal drip filter called a phin then mixed with sweetened condensed milk. You can have it cool with ice or whipped with an egg for a custardy beverage. Discover all the ways to appreciate coffee in Hanoi with a local guide .

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Colombia's 11 Best Coffee Tours

Colombia produces some of the world’s best coffee, and the good news for coffee-loving travellers is that there is a growing coffee tourism industry in the country, meaning that you can really learn about Colombian coffee on your trip. So here are Colombia’s best coffee tours, from immersive tours of coffee farms to visits to speciality coffee shops.

Wakecup experience.

The WakeCup Experience Coffee Tour by Experiencia Cafetera has been called ‘Colombia’s best coffee tour’ and it’s easy to understand why when you take the tour: a truly immersive coffee tour based out of the lovely little town of Pijao – like Salento with no tourists – the tour spends time with local farmers, jeep drivers, and coffee entrepreneurs, and gives you a real insight into the culture of Colombian coffee.

Flavours of Bogota Specialty Coffee Tour

Traditional bogota coffee tour by andes ecotours.

If you only have a short time in Colombia and don’t have time to make it to the Coffee Region then this day-tour of a coffee farm from Bogota is a must. Taking you to the stunning Cerro del Quinini a few hours south of Bogota, the tour explores the plantations of a local collective of farmers producing truly environmentally-friendly, shade-grown coffee in a stunning natural setting.

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Finca El Ocaso

Salento is probably the most visited town in the Colombian Coffee Region, so it’s where most people end up taking a coffee tour. There are two excellent coffee tours available in and around the town (see the second below), and Finca El Ocaso’s tour is one of them. Taking place on a lovely little traditional farm, the tour offers a comprehensive introduction to the growing process of Colombian coffee.

Travesia Coffee

A speciality coffee company operating coffee shop tours in Bogota, Travesia’s tours are another great way to get to know the Bogota coffee scene with passionate local experts. With coffee shop tours in both La Candelaria and Chapinero neighbourhoods, Travesia Coffee Tours are the perfect introduction to Colombian coffee before you head off into the Coffee Region.

La Victoria Coffee Plantation

La Victoria Coffee Plantation is a lovely traditional coffee farm just outside Minca in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta mountains on the Colombian Caribbean coast. It also boasts some of the oldest machinery of any farm in Colombia, and their unique tour explains how their old yet effective harvesting system works, entirely through water and machinery dating back to the era of Queen Victoria (hence the name).

Finca Milena, Jardin

Jardin in Antioquia department might just be one of the most beautiful coffee towns you’ll ever visit, so it makes sense to take a coffee tour while you’re there. At the lovely Finca Milena coffee farm, not only can you stay in an authentic traditional coffee farmhouse, but you can also take an informative tour to learn all about the coffee process.

2. Hacienda Venecia Coffee Tour

Just outside the Coffee Region city of Manizales is Hacienda Venecia , a typical coffee farm containing some truly stunning typical buildings of the region. You can stay in the main house – a delightful example of local Paisa architecture – and take the coffee tour of their beautiful farm.

Hacienda Venecia, Manizales, Caldas

The beautiful main house of Hacienda Venecia | © Chris Bell | © Chris Bell

Finca Don Eduardo

The other top coffee tour in Salento takes place on the little coffee farm of Don Eduardo, a local Colombian coffee farmer with a lifetime of knowledge and experience, all of which he brings to the tour with his passion and enthusiasm. It’s perhaps a more authentic experience than El Ocaso, and the positive reviews for Don Eduardo and his tour just keep coming!

Toucan Cafe Coffee Tour

Medellin’s best coffee tour is run by Toucan Cafe and Tours – they offer a variety of coffee experiences, including coffee tasting at their cafe, a barista workshop, and a coffee tour to a local coffee plantation in the mountains around the city. If you want to learn about coffee in Colombia’s second city, then this is the tour for you.

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VIP Private Kona Coffee Farm Tour Experience

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We offer private, small group tours with advance reservations based on availability. Prior to booking, please contact us via email with your requested dates and number in your party. Until we respond with a confirmation, no payment is due. 

Go behind-the-scenes of a working Kona coffee farm where you'll:

• Take a private, personalized walking tour of the farm with owners Steve & Joanie Wynn
• Learn the secrets of growing Kona coffee from the pros
• Enjoy FREE coffee tastings & a complementary coffee sample to take home
• Sample homemade banana bread and dark chocolate made with Kona cacao from the farm
• Sip delicious Kona coffee on the lanai overlooking the Pacific Ocean
• Visit our gift shop for Kona coffee, chocolate, gifts & souvenir
• Enjoy complementary cappuccino/espresso 
• Meet Tickle the farm dog

We look forward to providing you with an "up close and personal" farm tour, delicious Kona coffee tastings and an enriching experience that will give you a greater appreciation of this unique, Hawaiian specialty coffee.

How it works :

Please contact us prior to booking to arrange a date & time for your visit. ([email protected]) Most tours happen between 10am and 1pm due to afternoon rains. Tour time averages 2 hours but can be adjusted to fit your availability.

Once you have arranged your tour date and time, you will be asked to make payment online based on the number in your party (minimum 2 people). Once payment is received, you'll get a confirmation with directions to the farm and a participant agreement to sign. 

More tour information:

This is a walking tour that takes you out into the coffee orchards.  Ground is uneven in some places, so we recommend wearing sturdy walking shoes. There are stairs up to the coffee processing area and drying deck. If you're comfortable with a moderately easy hike with a slight uphill grade, you'll be fine for this tour. 

Long pants and sun protection is recommended. Weather is always a wildcard on the farm, so it's also good to have a rain jacket on hand, just in case.

If you prefer to stay inside, you can relax in the farmhouse or on the lanai with a nice cup of Kona coffee while your group walks the farm. (Kids 16 and under are free with a paying adult.)

PLEASE REVIEW AND SIGN OUR PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT/WAIVER

Incentive Trips: 

We host custom, private group experiences for travel agents and incentive tour operators.  In addition to the tour, we can provide a catered lunch and swag/gift bags for participants. Please contact us to discuss your details.

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We micro-batch roast on-site and ship our whole bean coffee farm-direct for supreme freshness.

Customer Reviews

Joanie and Steve were so nice. We learned so much about their experiences, and Kona coffee. Very informative and easy to follow. Coffee sampling was great and the chocolate tasting was even better. Highly recommend!!!

Thanks, Tom! We loved meeting you all. I hope the rest of your stay on the island was wonderful. Your orders will be on their way and meet you at home:)

My wife and I lined up the tour knowing that we enjoy coffee and wanted to learn more. The tour of the farm, the process, and the story of how Steve and Joanie came to the farm was more than we had hoped for.

Thanks, Jason. We're so pleased that you enjoyed the tour. Thank you for your kind words.

Steve and Joanie were great hosts. The tour was fun and very informative -from how they decided to start their business through all the steps in growing and harvesting up to the delicious samples - and the coffee was the best I've had! Loved the sampling of the various coffees and chocolate at the end. Make sure to have Tickles join you on your tour for added enjoyment So glad we went!

Awesome! So glad you enjoyed visiting our farm.

An amazing way to experience how Kona coffee is made - from bean to brew! Steve and Joanie were perfect hosts, sharing the opportunity to learn about their property, how they maintain it, and how they run their company. Inspiring and entertaining, especially with some homemade banana bread. My friends and family loved the coffee and chocolate that I brought back, too!

Thanks so much, Cullen. We were delighted to meet you and are so happy to know that you enjoyed the tour. Mahalo for your kind words.

The tour of Kona Earth Coffee Farm was one of the highlights of our family vacation to the Big Island. The hospitality, education and delicious coffee was unparalleled! We can’t wait to go back and visit.

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Caffeine Lovers: Sip Your Way Around The World With 10 Unique Coffee Experiences

Learning about a country's coffee culture is a great way to understand its traditions and history. Try these exciting coffee tours around the world.

Coffee is an important part of many cultures. The different ways it’s prepared often reflect tradition. Travelers can learn a lot about a destination by exploring the local coffee culture, from how it’s made to how it tastes. A guided tour is a chance to get a complete sense of how a country prepares its coffee, why it’s unique, and sample the best the nation has to offer.

10 Coffee Tour In Medellín: From Seed To Cup

Colombia is known globally as a top producer of coffee for a good reason. On a half-day tour from Medellín, the City of Eternal Spring, travelers have a chance to leave the city (transfer included in the ticket price) and visit an organic coffee farm . There, they will learn about the process of taking the coffee bean and turning it into a delicious cup of coffee.

• Tour: Most complete Coffee Tour in Medellín: From the Seed to the Cup in just half day
• Duration: 4 to 5 hours
• Cost: From $67.95 USD per adult

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9 Turkish Coffee Experience

Turkish coffee has a unique flavor, consistency, and crafting process. Travelers can learn about the delicious local coffee in Istanbul on a half-day tour. They will visit a spice bazaar and receive an official certificate of completion following a 30-minute workshop on the coffee-making process. The tour also includes visits to several of the most popular coffee shops in the city.

• Tour: Turkish Coffee Experience (Cooking, Tasting) Afternoon Tour
• Duration: 3 to 4 hours
• Cost: From $79.22 USD per adult

8 Costa Rican Coffee And Chocolate Crafting Near La Fortuna

Coffee is one of Costa Rica’s biggest exports, so it’s a must-do thing for visitors to enjoy a coffee tour. Booking a tour with a local guide means learning about the coffee harvesting, roasting, and grinding process on a farm near Arenal Volcano. In addition to sampling the coffee grown at the farm, visitors also get to taste the chocolate and sugar cane they produce.

• Tour: Costa Rican Coffee and Chocolate Crafting Experience: North Fields Cafe
• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Cost: From $40 USD per adult

7 Specialty Coffee Workshops In Bogotá

Travelers who really want to immerse themselves in the coffee culture of Colombia can take a tour of the capital of Bogotá. Rather than visiting a coffee farm, this tour takes travelers through a trendy local neighborhood to experience the various coffee shops and try some of their best coffee products.

• Tour: Specialty Coffee Workshops in Bogota
• Duration: 3 hours
• Cost: From $34 USD per adult

6 Melbourne Coffee Lovers Walking Tour

Australians take their coffee very seriously, so while in Melbourne, take a guided tour to four of the most popular coffee houses in the city. Learn about the process of making the coffee, try different blends from across the globe, and receive commentary from an English-speaking guide along the way.

• Tour: Melbourne Coffee Lovers Walking Tour
• Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours
• Cost: From $55.1 USD per adult

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5 Vietnamese Culture And Coffee-Making Class

Spend two hours learning how to make the best Vietnamese coffee in a masterclass in Hoi An. This culturally rich Vietnamese city is located south of Hanoi and is an excellent destination for shopping and food. The class offers insight into the various types of Vietnamese coffee and how to make them, including the unique egg coffee.

• Tour: Vietnamese Culture and Coffee-Making Class
• Duration: 2 hours
• Cost: From $15.39 USD per adult

4 Stockholm Fika Tour

Visiting Sweden is an excellent opportunity to learn about the coffee culture there, especially the concept of Fika. Fika is a Swedish tradition of getting coffee with a pastry and having a good conversation with a friend, partner, or colleague. A Stockholm Fika Tour introduces travelers to this concept, provides a social setting to try it out, and includes four or five stops at various coffee shops to sample pastries along the way.

• Tour: Stockholm Fika Tour
• Cost: From $63.97 USD per adult

3 Seattle Coffee Culture Tour

As the birthplace of the now exceptionally popular franchise , Starbucks, Seattle cannot be overlooked for its coffee culture . A two-hour tour in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood includes a chance to try various specialties, from rich espresso to infused coffee. The trendy neighborhood is the perfect place to experience the best of Seattle’s hipster coffee shops and end the night at a cocktail bar.

• Tour: Seattle Coffee Culture Tour
• Cost: From $54 USD per adult

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2 Coffee Ceremony At A Home In Addis Ababa

Travelers visiting Ethiopia must invest in a coffee tour since they are in the birthplace of coffee. Ethiopians consume more coffee than most African nations , so embarking on a coffee tour in Addis Ababa is a great way to understand the ritual and culture surrounding the tradition. Travelers will attend a local cooking class and market and learn to hand-roast coffee in the comfort of an Ethiopian kitchen.

• Tour: Market Tour and Cooking Class with a Coffee Ceremony at a Home in Addis Ababa
• Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
• Cost: From $140 USD per adult

1 Blue Mountain Coffee And Sightseeing Tour

Many travelers visiting Jamaica stick exclusively to the resorts and don’t get a chance to experience the local culture. Get off the beaten path by booking a tour to the Blue Mountains in Jamaica, with round-trip transportation to and from accommodation included. The sightseeing portion of the tour includes commentary from a guide about history and agriculture. Then, travelers will visit Devon House to sample coffee and ice cream.

• Tour: Blue Mountain Coffee and Sightseeing Tour
• Duration: 4 to 6 hours
• Cost: From $315 USD per adult

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Specialty Coffee Cupping Workshop Tour in Old San Juan

They don’t always offer this, so call first before going for this class, to make sure they have it available. .

Coffee lovers rejoice! Puerto Rico’s coffee culture is making a resurgence! You can witness this yourself by checking out the specialty coffee shops opening up around Old San Juan.

Due to its climate, geography and soil, Puerto Rico is a perfect place to grow high-quality coffee. While the majority of the coffee farms produce beans for commercial grade coffee products, there is now an increasing number of small coffee farms that are producing small quantities of premium coffee beans. Along with this, people’s interest in coffee, and coffee quality , is also growing. There are a few schools and labs that have opened to provide information in the art of coffee — from cupping to Barrista classes to official tasters and graders.

If you want a quick and tasty introduction to coffee "cupping" (tasting) of Puerto Rican specialty coffee, Cuatro Sombras offers an informative 1-hour class. So, if you want to learn what makes a good cup of coffee and taste the differences between different grades of coffee, you have got to check this out!

The tour (more of an informal class, actually) is conducted in the back room of the Cuatro Sombras coffee house in Old San Juan. The owners of Cuatro Sombras , Pablo and Mariana, have invested in the Hacienda Santa Clara coffee plantation in Yauco, and are in the process of restoring it to its former glory. Some of their coffee bushes are from the original bushes planted in the 1850s. Luckily, coffee bushes are resilient and many of the old originals still produce fruit. All of their coffee bushes are the tipica variety of the Arabica species. The beans from this farm are used to produce Cuatro Sombras single-origin specialty coffee.

I have to tell you that me and Ray are not "into" coffee at all, so we were not so excited we when were approached about taking this tour. But I have to say that we were pleasantly surprised, and really enjoyed this tour. Pablo’s excitement about their experiences with coffee was contagious, and it made the class extra interesting and informative. It kind of made us want to plant a few more coffee bushes on our property!

Mariana greeted us when we arrived in the shop, and walked us back to the classroom/teaching lab. As you walk through the cafe, you can’t help but notice the aroma of coffee and the large red coffee roaster. Pablo would be our guide, and Luis would be the Barrista, for the class today.

Pablo started off with a slide presentation of coffee production, from the types of coffee bushes, through harvesting, grading, roasting, and packaging. The photos (historical and current-day) in the slides were really pretty, and almost all of them were from their Hacienda Santa Clara coffee farm. They showed us green (un-roasted) specialty grade beans side by side with commercial grade beans, and explained the visible differences. And we discussed Puerto Rico’s past and present coffee production, and the challenges faced by the local coffee industry today.

After we went through the slide presentation, we started with the hands-on coffee cupping part of the tour. Coffee cupping is the term used to describe a specific process of tasting coffee to really quantify the aroma and flavors of the coffee. Professional master tasters are the people who grade the quality of coffees. What Pablo and Luis do in this class is bring the important aspects of coffee cupping down to a level that that can be easily understood by anyone. They give you a good idea of what qualities to look for in a cup of coffee.

They give you a rating sheet that is used to record your rating for each aspect of the coffee tasting. Pablo explained how coffee should be a balance between things like body and acidity . To illustrate these points, we where given samples of milks and waters to taste so that we could feel the differences in our mouths.

Then it was time for the coffee. We compared 3 different specialty coffees (one freshly roasted that morning), and one commercial grade coffee.

We started by looking at the differences in the dry coffee, and smelling the dry coffee grounds. After adding hot water and waiting for it to brew in the cups, we learned the correct methods of deeply sniffing the coffee, and slurping the coffee so that its flavor characteristics spread all over the mouth and the tongue.

The goal was to try to judge the different characteristics of the coffee’s aroma, taste — things like sweet, sour, bitter, salty — and how it coated your tongue. We were amazed at the differences even coffee-ignorant people like us could perceive in the different samples. It was really interesting.

After the cupping, Luis made us some artfully foamed cups of coffee, and even made Ray an amazing hot chocolate while we sat and discussed the future of Puerto Rico coffee production, possible standards for quality, coffee farm tours , and the hopes for future specialty coffee tourism boom.

You can already see more premium coffee houses opening up around Old San Juan and the San Juan metro area. These cupping classes will educate coffee lovers so they can better appreciate a good cup of coffee … hopefully a delicious Puerto Rico grown coffee!

$89 for a cupping workshop. Call or use their website for reservations.

The Cupping Workshop is offered by reservation. The class lasts about 1 hour. The tasting tour takes about 20 mins.

You can call Cuatro Sombras at 787-724-9955 or visit their website under the tab “Learn” for more information or to book this tour.

You can visit the Cuatro Sombras web site for more information or to book this tour.

Cuatro Sombras is located at 259 Calle Recinto Sur in Old San Juan. You can stop in for a coffee or snack.

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• Cuatro Sombras coffee house

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Tuscan Coffee Small Group Tour & Workshop from Florence

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Think you know everything about coffee? Get ready to be impressed by our Tuscan Coffee Small Group Tour & Workshop from Florence , a trip back in time to where coffee comes from. When you return, your coffee experience will never be the same – you’ll have a deep appreciation for the effort and passion behind every cup. This tour covers everything, from entry fees to knowledgeable guides. It’s not your typical Florence tour – it’s special. We keep it small, with a maximum of 15 people per tour, ensuring an intimate experience. Don’t miss the chance to become a coffee expert – sign up today! The tour leaves from Florence on specific days, and we guarantee it’ll happen.

• We hand-pick each tour and experience which we offer
• Led by a true local expert full of passion
• Hassle-free experience promise. We take care of everything so you just have to enjoy
• Great memories and the best stories guaranteed
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Tuscan Coffee Small Group Tour & Workshop from Florence Itinerary

9:15 - pick up from florence.

• Begin with a pickup from Santa Maria Novella train station in Florence
• Please arrive at least 10 minutes earlier at the meeting point

Guided Tour of the La Marzocco Academy

• Visit the “Accademia del Caffè Espresso,” known as the Espresso Academy, located within the factory of La Marzocco - the most well known espresso machine in the world
• Join a guided tour to delve into the world of espresso, exploring coffee history and its technological advancements
• Unveil the captivating history of the factory and gain insights into its continuous evolution, adapting to the industry's dynamic shifts
• Witness the innovation behind the “La Marzocco” machines developed in this factory, trusted by leading coffee roasters
• Admire the tropical greenhouse display which beautifully replicates the conditions in which the factory's coffee beans are grown
• Savor the delightful coffee brewed on-site

Fiesole Village (Free Time)

• Enjoy free time to explore the main piazza of Fiesole Village and its panoramic views of Florence
• We recommend using this time to purchase a traditional Italian lunch (not included)

Guided Tour of Caffè Magnelli

• Continue to the coffee factory owned and run by the Magnelli family, with a 150-year history in Florence
• Learn about the entire coffee-making process, from selecting the finest beans to roasting, grinding, packing, and global distribution
• Listen to captivating stories of coffee-making history and current trends
• Taste various coffee blends and try your hand at making coffee using a real barista machine

16:00 - Drop off in Florence

• The tour ends at the original meeting point

If you have any questions about our Tuscan Coffee Small Group Tour & Workshop from Florence, please contact us. Our team is standing by and will be happy to help

Book Tuscan Coffee Small Group Tour & Workshop from Florence as a private tour, and customize the itinerary and locations for yourself, your family or a small group.

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Guatemala coffee tour, a unique coffee experience.

Ever wondered what it's like to harvest a coffee tree, taste the sweet husk of a coffee cherry, or see how farms process their beans? 

This one-of-a-kind, immersive tour includes all the elements of wonderful travel: adventure, stunning scenery, delicious food, opportunities to connect with locals, and leisure time to truly experience Guatemala’s rich culture. It’s also a deep dive, hands-on, origin trip for coffee lovers!

Please contact us if you have questions about the trip!

Accommodation details: Best for the traveler that likes adventure and enjoys venturing off the beaten path. Lodging is simple and comfortable. Meals provided will vary from family style with farmers to hip restaurants in Antigua.

Not Included in trip cost: • Flights to/from Guatemala City • Travel insurance (required) • 1-2 Meals on free days • Adult beverages • Personal expenses

• So much good coffee! And drinking it with the farmers who grew it. How cool is that?!
• Guided tours and activities at two operational coffee farms to learn from the farmers about coffee harvesting and processing
• Sightseeing in the beautiful city of Antigua
• Enjoying the views and activities at the gorgeous Lake Atitlán
• Nature hikes, delicious local food and unique cultural experiences
• An optional overnight volcano climb

.st0{fill-rule:evenodd;clip-rule:evenodd;} I now have first-hand experience of how the coffee is impacted by who is growing it – how the plants and the land are cared for, and how it's processed. It really struck me how much every person we met was invested in the quality of the coffee and what impact that has at our end in our mission to serve delicious and high-quality products! This trip was truly life–changing! Jess, Grand Central Bakery

.st0{fill-rule:evenodd;clip-rule:evenodd;} I have been fortunate enough to be able to travel to many countries in my life. I can say unequivocally that this trip was the most profound and life-altering experience that you can only capture when you are immersed completely in another culture and country. Eric, Belmont Coffee Service

01 Guatemala City Tour

Your tour guide, Augusto Carneiro, Nossa Familia’s Chief Friendship Officer and Founder, will meet you in Guatemala City for breakfast at Coffee District, a delicious cafe and restaurant. After breakfast, we will do a walking tour of central Guatemala City to visit a produce market and learning some of Guatemala's history. After lunch in Guatemala City, we will take a shuttle to Antigua to check into the hotel and have dinner together as a group. 

Breakfast: Coffee District in Guatemala City Lunch: Market in Guatemala City Dinner: Hector's Bistro in Antigua Lodging: Antigua Hotel Posada San Vicente

02 Choose Your Own Adventure

We have put together “choose your own adventure” options for Days 2 and 3. We will follow up with you after you reserve your spot on the trip to see which adventure you choose! 

Option 1: Walking tour of the historic city of Antigua followed by a traditional Guatemalan Pepian cooking class. Dinner will be what you have lovingly made together in the workshop. 

Option 2: Overnight volcano hike to Acatenango with OX Expeditions. This option is for those who want to experience sunrise on an active volcano. This is a very difficult hike with about 5,000 feet of elevation gain over the course of 4 miles. Please visit the OX Expeditions website to see if this adventure is for you! 

Breakfast: At the hotel Lunch: In Antigua during the walking tour Dinner: Traditional Pepian, made during cooking class Lodging: Antigua Hotel Posada San Vicente

03 Volcano Sunrise or chocolate making workshop

Option 1: Learn how to make delicious chocolate from fresh cacao in your morning workshop!

Option 2: Rise at 4am to hike to the summit of Acatenango to watch the sunrise. After breakfast at base camp, you’ll hike back down the volcano and return to Antigua.

Both groups will have a free afternoon to rest and explore the city of Antigua.

We’ll reconvene as a group for dinner to share travel stories from the first few days in Guatemala.  

Breakfast: At the hotel Lunch: On your own in Antigua Dinner: With group in Antigua Lodging: Antigua Hotel Posada San Vicente

04 Farm Tour with San Miguel Escobar Producers

After breakfast at the hotel, we will do a coffee tour on the outskirts of Antigua. We’ll be led by farmers from the community of San Miguel Escobar, who Nossa Familia buys coffee from. The coffee growers will lead us through their fields, explain the work behind cultivating coffee, walk us through each step of processing from bean to brew, and finish the tour by enjoying a meal together at their home. 

We’ll have the afternoon free to rest and pack up for tomorrow’s road trip to Finca San Jeronimo Miramar.

Breakfast: At the hotel Lunch: At coffee farmer's house Dinner: On your own in Antigua Lodging: Antigua Hotel Posada San Vicente

05 Road trip to Finca San Jeronimo Miramar

After breakfast, we’ll say goodbye to Antigua and begin a road trip to Finca San Jeronimo Miramar, another of Nossa Familia’s coffee-producing partners. The journey will take us about 2.5 hours, and we will arrive in time for a delicious lunch on the farm. Following lunch, we will have a chance to tour the coffee fields and processing facility and maybe even get in a short hike to enjoy the natural beauty of this incredible farm. Tonight we'll stay at the guesthouse on the farm.  

06 volcano sunrise, lake sunset

If you opted out of the volcano sunrise experience in Antigua, have no fear! This morning we will rise early to enjoy coffee and the sunrise over an active (and distant!) volcano. For many this is one of the most magical moments of the trip. After sunrise, we’ll enjoy breakfast on the farm before touring more of Finca San Jeronimo Miramar’s coffee and dairy operation. We’ll travel to Lake Atitlan in the afternoon for two nights of rest and relaxation, lakeside. We might just catch a beautiful sunset over the lake. 

Breakfast : At Finca San Jeronimo Miramar Lunch and Dinner : At AirBNB at Lake Atitlan Lodging : AirBNB at Lake Atitlan

07 Layover Day at Lake Atitlan

Today you’ll have the day to rest by the lake and choose to be as active (or not) as you like. Options for your day include swimming in the lake, enjoying a hike on a local trail, or taking a ferry to the town of San Antonio Palopó, known for its distinctive pottery.

Meals : All meals will be at the Airbnb Lodging : Airbnb

08 Shuttle back to Antigua

After breakfast, we’ll take a shuttle back to Antigua to regroup for the day and night. We’ll have the afternoon free to explore Antigua and pick up any last-minute souvenirs before flying out on Sunday. 

We’ll have one final farewell dinner as group to toast a wonderful week together with new friends! 

Breakfast and Lunch : At AirBNB Dinner: As a group in Antigua at Fermento Lodging: Antigua Hotel Posada San Vicente

09 Fly from Guatemala City back home

We’ll arrange a shuttle to the airport in the morning to fly out from Guatemala City on Sunday. Thank you for choosing to travel with Nossa Familia Coffee! We hope you have the trip of a lifetime. 

Travel Insurance

Trip protection style travel insurance that includes travel medical coverage is required for this trip with Nossa Familia Coffee. The coverage must have a minimum of $150,000 for Travel Medical coverage and a $250,000 minimum for Emergency Medical Evacuation & Repatriation coverage. We want to make sure you are covered in case of an emergency or non-emergency illness or injury while abroad.

We partner with  Wanderwell , a Certified B-Corp travel insurance agency who can offer both Trip Protection style travel insurance coverage and advising. You are not required to purchase your travel insurance through Wanderwell as there are other travel insurance companies you can choose to work with.

If you choose to purchase through Wanderwell, you can buy the trip from our Nossa Familia Coffee partner page by clicking HERE , and at least 1% of your purchase premium price will be donated to the Planet Impact Fund through 1% for the Planet network .

Once insurance is obtained, a copy must be sent to us.

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Our factory has it all.

Watch as your coffee is roasted, blended and packaged. Witness our craft cold brew process as it goes from brewing to canning. Chat with our baristas as they craft your drink with superior service. Visit our KC Marketplace to take home a piece of Kansas City before you go!

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3 Best Hanoi Coffee tours (+Instagrammable Cafes)

Looking to try some of hanoi’s best coffee.

You’ve come to the right place! Coffee is a large part of the Hanoi experience, and a coffee tour is one of the best ways to explore this vibrant city .

Besides its fresh food, Hanoi is known for its rich coffee culture and bustling street life where visitors can sample some of the best Vietnamese coffees in the world.

For an in-depth exploration of the city’s best coffee spots, book a guided Hanoi coffee tour. These tours typically include visits to some of the top cafés and roasters in town, as well as tastings of unique coffees.

You also get to learn all about Vietnam’s history and how the French revolutionized Vietnamese coffee and changed the culture into what it is today.

Let’s get started with the top 3 coffee tours!

Best Hanoi Coffee Tours

1. hanoi walking street food tours & egg coffee class.

⭐ RATING: 5.0 out of 5.0 stars | ⌚ LENGTH: 3 hours | ☕ BOOK NOW

Get the best of both worlds–a Hanoi food tour and a coffee class !

Hanoi Backstreet Tours not only brings you to learn how to make the famous egg yolk coffee, but you also get a food tour in the mix!

Walking around Hanoi’s Old Quarter to find the best street food spots, you’ll sample everything from banh mi sandwiches to fresh spring rolls. At the end of the tour, get hands-on experience making egg yolk coffee and learn how to make it.

“Had an amazing tour with Tam as our guide. He took us to some delicious local spots and was so great to talk to. It felt like walking around the city with a friend for a few hours learning about life and culture in Hanoi. Highly recommend booking this experience!” SEE MORE REVIEWS

With this tour, you get a full experience of Hanoi’s history and culture while tasting all the delicious local food. Backstreet Tours also boasts of connecting you with local vendors so you can learn about the eateries you visit.

On top of the culinary experiences, your local guide will also tell you stories of Vietnam’s past. Hanoi Backstreet Tours is known for its passionate and knowledgeable guides, so rest assured that you’re in great hands throughout your food journey!

Hanoi Coffee Tours

2. hanoi french quarter: coffee and stories.

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One of the most popular and highly rated Hanoi coffee tours is the Hanoi French Quarter Tour where you can learn about the history of Vietnam and the French influence on coffee in the city.

You’ll explore iconic places like St. Joseph’s Cathedral and the Opera House, as well as Trang Tien Plaza, a historic shopping area that was developed during the early days of French occupation.

Afterward, you’ll visit local specialty coffee shops like Loading T Cafe to try the classic c a phe sua da , Vietnamese coffee with sweetened condensed milk.

“Such an amazing tour! Cong is very knowledgeable and tells stories with such passion and humor; the places where we stopped by were truly amazing too, I loved it! Highly recommended 👌🏼” SEE MORE REVIEWS

With OneTrip Hanoi Coffee Tour , you’ll get more than just tastings of coffee. You’ll also learn about the Vietnam War, hear the significance of the First Indochina War, and see buildings that have stood the test of time.

You also get to see one of Hanoi Old Quarter’s hidden gems for coffee! The tour guides are also history buffs, you know you’ll have the best information!

3. Hanoi Coffee Workshop & Stories

If walking around Hanoi doesn’t sound appealing to you, choose this Hanoi coffee tour instead and learn how to make Vietnamese coffee.

Coffee experts will teach you how to make 5 different types of Vietnamese coffee and hear stories of the past and how the coffee culture changed over time.

“Had an excellent time learning about coffee and how to make coffee taste even better! Lucas was extremely passionate about coffee and was very enthusiastic and professional in answering our questions. Can’t recommend this experience enough if you’re someone who loves coffee or simply want to know more about the topic. Had a great time – thank you again!!” SEE MORE REVIEWS

The best part about this Hanoi coffee tour is that you learn how to make coffee from experts who have been in the industry for over 10 years.

The coffee you’ll be making includes egg yolk coffee, coconut coffee, iced coffee with milk, pour-over coffee, and the workshop’s signature coffee with jam and local wine. Even more, you learn the secret recipes for each cup!

Where are some Instagrammable cafes in Hanoi?

After getting to know some of the popular Vietnamese coffee drinks, head out to some cafes in Hanoi and try some orders for yourself.

The city is filled with cute and Instagrammable cafes–here are a few you can visit!

Loading T Cafe

Take a journey to the Loading T Cafe in Hanoi and explore one of the city’s hidden gems. Located on the second floor of a French Colonial building, this cafe is filled with vintage furniture, patterned flooring, and plant-filled corners.

Enjoy some incredible coffee options from their menu while listening to some French music for good vibes! The friendly staff will make sure you have an unforgettable experience.

So if you’re looking for an Instagrammable spot in Hanoi that offers great coffee, look no further than Loading T Cafe!

Eden Coffee

Eden Coffee in Hanoi is a must-visit for any traveler interested in exploring the city’s rich history and culture. Located to the left of St. Joseph’s Cathedral – one of Hanoi’s most iconic landmarks – Eden Coffee offers an unforgettable experience.

The cafe has beautiful lights on the rooftop, stunning painted walls, and a delicious menu of locally-sourced coffee and tea.

You can also try some of their unique drinks, such as egg yolk coffee or coconut coffee. On top of it all, Eden Coffee is guaranteed to make your Instagram feed look amazing!

The Note Cafe

Located in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter and across the street from Hoan Kiem Lake, The Note Cafe is the perfect spot to take some amazing photos.

The cafe has a retro vibe and colorful decorations. The walls are covered in sticky notes written by travelers all over the world, all over time. If you’d like, they will even stick a note to the back of your passport.

The Note Cafe also serves a variety of specialty coffees and teas, so you can get your caffeine fix while taking pictures for your Instagram!

Hidden Railway Cafe (Choo Choo Cafe)

The Hidden Railway Cafe is a cool spot in Hanoi that is perfect for anyone looking for a unique experience. Located on the dangerous Train Street, the cafe is hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the city center.

Inside, you’ll find comfy couches and some vintage railway posters to admire. Order the famous egg yolk coffee and even a bowl of pho to enjoy right next to the railway tracks in Hanoi!

Snap a quick Instagram photo here, too, before (or after) the train runs by.

Cafe Nola is the perfect spot for anyone looking to take a quick break and snap some photos for their Instagram.

This cafe has an open-air terrace with colorful umbrellas, giving it an extremely photogenic vibe. Aside from the Instagrammable decor, Cafe Nola also serves up some delicious coffee and snacks–just avoid the cocktails!

The Best Hanoi Coffee Tours: Frequently Asked Questions

What is egg yolk coffee.

Egg yolk coffee was created in the 1940s in Hanoi, Vietnam. It consists of egg yolks, condensed milk, and Vietnamese drip coffee. The egg yolks add a velvety texture to the cup while providing sweetness from the condensed milk.

What is the most popular cafe in Hanoi?

Giang Cafe is one of the most popular spots in Hanoi for its egg yolk coffee. It is a family-run shop and has been around since the 1940s!

Other notable cafes include Loading T Cafe and The Note Cafe . All of these cafes have vibrant decorations that make for great photos on Instagram.

Where is the hidden coffee in Hanoi?

• Address: 3b P. Hàng Tre, Lý Thái Tổ, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam

The hidden coffee scene in Hanoi is located in the old quarters of the city overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake. Here, you’ll find traditional Vietnamese drip coffee alongside specialties like egg yolk coffee and coconut coffee.

You’ll also be able to have conversations with locals about their culture and share stories.

Final Thoughts: Hanoi Coffee tours

Hanoi is one of the best cities in the world for coffee lovers. From sampling traditional recipes to exploring secret cafes, a Hanoi Coffee Tour will teach you so much more about the coffee culture in Vietnam.

You can learn how to make a traditional Vietnamese coffee drink and tour Hanoi’s busy streets!

Are you ready to head to Hanoi? Check out these helpful posts!

• 7 Days in Hanoi
• Things to do in Old Quarter
• Things to do in Hanoi at Night
• Where to Stay in Hanoi
• Is There Uber in Hanoi, Vietnam?
• Best Hanoi Coffee tours (+ Instagrammable Cafes)
• Best Hanoi Street Food Tours
• Best Half Day Tours in Hanoi

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• For hotels, I go through Booking.com or book directly with Marriott (for points + rewards).
• When I travel internationally, I’ll book through Hostelworld for very budget-friendly stays.
• For vacation rentals, use Vrbo or Marriott Homes & Villas .
• Expedia also has some great bundles for hotels, flights, and car rentals altogether.
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• Trains in Asia: Trip.com has the best options!
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• 2-hour tour $87:  10 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with hotel pick-up and drop-off
• 3-hour tour $137:  20 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with Russian lunch in beautifully-decorated Metro Diner + hotel pick-up and drop off. 
• Metro pass is included in the price of both tours.

Highlight of Metro Tour

• Visit 10 must-see stations of Moscow metro on 2-hr tour and 20 Metro stations on 3-hr tour, including grand Komsomolskaya station with its distinctive Baroque décor, aristocratic Mayakovskaya station with Soviet mosaics, legendary Revolution Square station with 72 bronze sculptures and more!
• Explore Museum of Moscow Metro and learn a ton of technical and historical facts;
• Listen to the secrets about the Metro-2, a secret line supposedly used by the government and KGB;
• Experience a selection of most striking features of Moscow Metro hidden from most tourists and even locals;
• Discover the underground treasure of Russian Soviet past – from mosaics to bronzes, paintings, marble arches, stained glass and even paleontological elements;
• Learn fun stories and myths about Coffee Ring, Zodiac signs of Moscow Metro and more;
• Admire Soviet-era architecture of pre- and post- World War II perious;
• Enjoy panoramic views of Sparrow Hills from Luzhniki Metro Bridge – MetroMost, the only station of Moscow Metro located over water and the highest station above ground level;
• If lucky, catch a unique «Aquarelle Train» – a wheeled picture gallery, brightly painted with images of peony, chrysanthemums, daisies, sunflowers and each car unit is unique;
• Become an expert at navigating the legendary Moscow Metro system;
• Have fun time with a very friendly local;
• + Atmospheric Metro lunch in Moscow’s the only Metro Diner (included in a 3-hr tour)

Hotel Pick-up

Metro stations:.

Komsomolskaya

Novoslobodskaya

Prospekt Mira

Belorusskaya

Mayakovskaya

Novokuznetskaya

Revolution Square

Sparrow Hills

+ for 3-hour tour

Victory Park

Slavic Boulevard

Vystavochnaya

Dostoevskaya

Elektrozavodskaya

Partizanskaya

Museum of Moscow Metro

• Drop-off  at your hotel, Novodevichy Convent, Sparrow Hills or any place you wish
• + Russian lunch  in Metro Diner with artistic metro-style interior for 3-hour tour

Fun facts from our Moscow Metro Tours:

From the very first days of its existence, the Moscow Metro was the object of civil defense, used as a bomb shelter, and designed as a defense for a possible attack on the Soviet Union.

At a depth of 50 to 120 meters lies the second, the coded system of Metro-2 of Moscow subway, which is equipped with everything you need, from food storage to the nuclear button.

According to some sources, the total length of Metro-2 reaches over 150 kilometers.

The Museum was opened on Sportivnaya metro station on November 6, 1967. It features the most interesting models of trains and stations.

Coffee Ring

The first scheme of Moscow Metro looked like a bunch of separate lines. Listen to a myth about Joseph Stalin and the main brown line of Moscow Metro.

Zodiac Metro

According to some astrologers, each of the 12 stops of the Moscow Ring Line corresponds to a particular sign of the zodiac and divides the city into astrological sector.

Astrologers believe that being in a particular zadiac sector of Moscow for a long time, you attract certain energy and events into your life.

Paleontological finds 

Red marble walls of some of the Metro stations hide in themselves petrified inhabitants of ancient seas. Try and find some!

• Every day each car in  Moscow metro passes  more than 600 km, which is the distance from Moscow to St. Petersburg.
• Moscow subway system is the  5th in the intensity  of use (after the subways of Beijing, Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai).
• The interval in the movement of trains in rush hour is  90 seconds .

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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5 Best Amsterdam Coffeeshops

A guide to coffeeshop culture.

If you’re curious about the coffeeshop culture in Amsterdam and you want to find a great spot to visit, this post covers some of the most notable and historic locations in the city.

Our tour guides are always being asked about this subject, and we have compiled a lot of their most helpful advice in this post.

This guide also provides details about the differences between a coffee shop and a coffee house, what the rules are regarding the use of cannabis, and other helpful information.

For even more helpful suggestions, make sure to check our section for tips from locals and travelers to get their perspective as well!

• Coffeeshop vs Coffeehouse
• Is Cannabis Actually Legal?
• Best Amsterdam Coffeeshops
• Amsterdam Coffee Shop Tours

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• What to Do in the Red Light District

Coffeeshop vs Coffeehouse: What’s the Difference?

If you’re just looking for a cup of coffee, chances are that you won’t have much trouble, because both coffee shops and coffee houses (koffiehuis) sell the delicious drink, as well as cafes!

However, visitors who want to partake in some cannabis will need to specifically find one of the many Amsterdam coffee shops, as they are the only locations that allow this activity.

Here are a few other details you might want to consider before heading out to a coffee shop.

Why do they call it a coffee shop in Amsterdam?

They do actually sell coffee at these shops, but the reason this specific name was chosen is that it was used as a cover before the legal policy on cannabis had been clarified. 

Even though it has been decades since the policy was changed, the cover name for these locations remained the same. 

Do Amsterdam cafes sell cannabis?

As if it weren’t confusing enough, there are also a lot of cafes in Amsterdam.

These quaint little restaurants do not offer cannabis. Instead, they focus primarily on coffee, juice, pastries, and other small snacks.

Can tourists visit an Amsterdam coffee shop?

Yes, of course!

Although there have been recent calls to make coffeeshops limits off-limits for tourists, no such measures have been put into place just yet.

Do Amsterdam coffee shops accept credit cards?

Most coffee shops in this city do not accept foreign credit cards, so you’ll need to bring cash if you want to visit.

Are Amsterdam coffee shops open all year round?

For the most part, yes.

That said, some will close for holidays, so you might have to look around for an open location on specific days of celebration such as Christmas.

Is Cannabis Actually Legal in Amsterdam?

Technically, it is not actually legal in the Netherlands.

That said, as long as you get it from a licensed coffee shop, possession of cannabis is permitted thanks to a legal grey area. 

If you want to avoid getting in trouble, all you really have to do is stick to the licensed coffee shops, as they will ensure that your possession and use of cannabis is fully legal.

The law requires them to follow a specific set of regulations, including the following:

• 5 grams or less: Amsterdam coffee shops are not allowed to sell more than 5 grams of cannabis to anyone in one day. 
• No advertisement: Coffeeshops are not allowed to advertise that they sell cannabis.
• Age restrictions: Coffeeshops are not allowed to sell cannabis to minors under the age of 18.
• No hard drugs: Cannabis is pretty much the only major drug they are allowed to sell.

For those who are still nervous, here are a few extra tips to consider:

• Start slow: Don’t get out of control - if you’re new to cannabis, it probably won’t take a lot to feel the effects.
• Ask the experts: If you’re going to visit a coffee shop, you can trust that the people working there probably have the answers to any questions you might have.
• Visit multiple locations: If you’re not comfortable at one coffee shop, just head to another one!
• Don’t take it to the airport: You won’t be allowed to take cannabis back onto an airplane, so there’s no point in buying a lot of it, which is another reason not to get carried away.

TIP: As recently as 2022, there have been calls to limit the sale of cannabis at coffee shops to only locals and residents of the city. The stated reason for this is that the city believes it attracts the wrong type of tourist. 

If you want to help keep this fun activity legal and safe in Amsterdam, please be courteous and try not to cause a disturbance while in or around coffee shops, as it may send the wrong message.

This section will list some of the most historic and best coffee shops in Amsterdam, but if you want some help locating each of them, we recommend going on a coffee shop tour instead.

No matter which shops you choose, you can usually expect them to have a variety of both indica and sativa strains to choose from, pre-rolled joints, edibles such as space cakes or soda, and more on their menu.

1. Bulldog Coffeeshop

Leidseplein 15, 1017 PS Amsterdam

This is actually the first coffee shop in Amsterdam, so it’s definitely a great place to start if you’re looking for a location with history.

Another nice thing about this shop is that it’s centrally located. 

They even have a hotel right next to the canal, and that might be a better option for anyone who wants to have easy access to marijuana/cannabis within a few minutes walk from their hotel room.

Jonge Roelensteeg 12- 14, 1012 PL Amsterdam

If you’re looking for a different kind of vibe, this spot is known for having very unique and creative interior design.

One of the nicest things about this shop is that they offer free internet and are friendly to tourists. 

They also have longer opening hours than other locations, staying open until 1 am each night.

3. Grey Area

Oude Leliestraat 2, 1015 AW Amsterdam

Speaking of that legal grey area that allows Amsterdam coffee shops to sell cannabis, this is another great location you might want to visit. 

Many consider them to have the best weed in the city, and it’s especially popular among Americans.

Famous visitors like Snoop Dogg, Bush, the Deftones, and more are just another reason why this is a favorite for many visitors.

4. Original Dampkring

Handboogstraat 29, 1012 XM Amsterdam

This is a great option for anyone who is new to cannabis, as they cater to international audiences. 

If you’re a movie buff, you might want to visit just to see where the cast of Ocean’s 12 spent time while shooting in Amsterdam.

Like Abraxas, they are also open until 1 am each night.

5. Barney’s Coffeeshop

Haarlemmerstraat 102, 1013 EW Amsterdam

If you’re looking for some of the best marijuana in Amsterdam, Barney’s has won multiple awards for their weed.

They’re welcoming to both locals and tourists, and they also sell a variety of food as well. 

As a matter of fact, they’re almost like a small restaurant, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner options.

The atmosphere here is relaxed, so it’s a great place to grab a bite and some bud.

While you can trust our tour guides to give you a lot of helpful advice and information while visiting Amsterdam, there are some cases where it might be a good idea to get a second opinion.

When it comes to the subject of coffeeshops, both locals and travelers can be quite opinionated!

If you want to see what they have to say, check either the Amsterdam Travel Tips group or our very own Amsterdam Travel Tips and Hacks group on Facebook.

Here are a few of the better suggestions and tips we found regarding Amsterdam coffeeshops.

Sometimes tourists will have concerns about how busy the coffeeshops can get, but as this traveler confirms, it's really not that much of a problem.

Try as we might, we couldn't find anyone reporting a problem with coffeeshops being too busy to serve them.

As the third commenter notes, even on holidays it's usually quite easy to find a table and get whatever you want or need.

If, like everyone else, you're trying to figure out which coffeeshop is the best, here are some of the most popular locations recommended by locals and travelers.

Katsu is one of the locations most frequently noted on various Amsterdam Facebook groups.

A lot of locals consider it their favorite spot, but it's also frequently mentioned alongside a lot of the more popular coffeeshops, including some of the following.

New Times is another popular option, and you can even see it listed right alongside Katsu in an earlier comment.

Of course, that's not to say that some of the more well-known locations aren't also well-liked.

Abraxas, Bulldog, and Grey Area often receive special mentions in these Facebook groups, although they are usually considered more touristy.

If you're looking for even more advice, make sure to check some of these Amsterdam Travel Tips groups for yourself and maybe even asking them whatever question might be on your mind.

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Seattle coffee shop workers call 911 when homeless man causes disturbance; no officers arrive

Video shows assault on seattle cafe employees; police do not respond to inquiry.

Seattle homeless man causes disturbance in coffee shop

Video shows a disturbance inside a Seattle coffee shop and bakery last week. (Courtesy: Jason Rantz)

A homeless man in Seattle was caught on camera causing a disturbance in an ice cream and coffee shop, and the small business's owner says police officers were not dispatched when his workers called 911. 

The incident took place around 7 p.m. April 24 in the Pike Place Market area near Seattle's famous Gum Wall, according to Baxter & Frost owner Ian Halcott. Security camera footage shows a man wearing a beanie and hoodie with his hands in his front pockets talking to an employee before shoving things off a counter display, making a mess in the establishment. 

A second clip shows the man pushing a movable display case at two workers, prompting one to pull a knife to defend himself and his coworker while the other grabbed a spatula and baking tray. The workers continued arguing with the man, before he left and a Pike Place Market security guard showed up. 

"This video includes an assault on one of my employees as well as the destruction of my service counter by a deranged criminal," Halcott told radio host Jason Rantz in an email. 

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The man pushes items off a display case in the Seattle cafe April 24, 2024.  (Ian Halcott provided to the Jason Rantz Show)

Neither clip includes audio of the encounter, but Halcott says the man threatened to shoot his employees.

"I have to train my, my people in a special way to work with people who are not our customers and treat them with respect," Halcott explained to "The Jason Rantz Show." "But to also say, they’re not our customers and that, unfortunately, they have to go. But you know the level of brazenness. … They’re just, there's no consequences."

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During the altercation, the suspect held up an orange traffic cone at employees of the cafe.  (Ian Halcott provided to the Jason Rantz Show)

Halcott's employees called 911, he said, but officers were not dispatched due to staffing. 

"(The dispatchers) were like, ‘No, we’re not gonna be able to make it out tonight and take the statements,’ which is terrifying. My staff literally felt fear for their lives. And rightly so," Halcott said.

Halcott said he tried to contact police after the fact, since the suspect is still on the loose. But he claims no one picked up the Seattle Police Department's non-emergency number. Someone from Seattle PD did connect with him after he spoke with Jason Rantz, KTTH reports.

A security guard walks in after a fight between the man and cafe employees.  (Ian Halcott provided to the Jason Rantz Show)

Halcott said his employees are now worried about their safety, and he had to cut hours because he is struggling to staff evenings. He has been a small business owner in Seattle for 25 years. 

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"Pike Place Market, this was always the protected area," he said. "This is the heart of the tourist industry here in Seattle. And it’s frustrating to see the lack of enforcement here. Because for about 20 years, pre-COVID, I almost never had a problem at this scale." 

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New Westchester coffee shop, slated to open April 26, promotes 'kindness in a cup'

Sleepy Coffee, Too , opening April 26 in Sleepy Hollow, is not your average coffee shop. Sure you'll find lattes, pastries and lots of room to sit and sip your coffee (or work remotely!) but what you'll mostly find is "kindness in a cup." That's the slogan here — and the mission — as Sleepy Coffee, Too is a non profit (501c3) business with the goal of providing training and employment for people with disabilities in an inclusive cafe workplace.

That may mean waiting a little bit longer for your coffee — a sign by the register asks customers to please be patient with the staff as they're still learning. It also means some unorthodox protocol in that once you order, you're given an illustration of a person on a stick at the same time your barista gets the same matching image. Once your coffee is complete your barista holds up that picture by the pickup area — and you collect your item.

Barista Jake Loerker is particularly excited to brew cappuccinos and espressos for customers — those are two of his favorites to make — while Ella Manfredi said she's mastered much of the same and "so appreciates" the opportunity to work here.

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From classroom to cafe

The business is an extension of what owner (and Tarrytown resident) Kim Kaczmarek had been doing at Sleepy Hollow High School for 35 years. The special education teacher, who retired in June 2021, ran a work program there called Sleepy Coffee which provided coffee from a cart that her students ran. (Manfredi was part of that staff while Loerker attended Kaczmarek's summer camp program.)

Seeing the lack of employment opportunities for these young adults once they graduated both frustrated and motivated Kaczmarek to take action, just two months into her retirement.

"The unemployment rate for people with disabilities is at about 80% and as a teacher and a person who lives in the community and loves my students, that was not acceptable to me," she said. "So I wanted to do something about it.

"I also wanted to show the world what incredible amazing people they are."

The result is this cozy 19-seat space complete with a large black and white mural of a cup with a heart on it by Croton-on-Hudson native Dillon O’Keefe with the motto "Where kindness is served one cup at a time," next to a faux fireplace, lots of cutesy coffee signs (think "coffee & friends: the perfect blend" and "without coffee I can't even"), warm woods, a sofa, counter seating (with outlets for plugging in!) and tables offering a mismatch of brown and red chairs. There's also a few stools with a ledge that looks out to the street and light from a quirky-placed window behind the back counter.

The left side of the room is devoted to a variety of local vendors such as oils and vinegars from The Twisted Branch in Valhalla and cookies and granola from Rising Above Bakery, a Rockland-based bakery that also employs young adults with disabilities (profiled in 2021 in The Journal News/lohud) .

There's also merchandise from other companies with similar missions to Sleepy Coffee, Too — think John's Crazy Socks (with a portion of earnings donated to the Special Olympics) and items from YAI in Tarrytown , which celebrates people of all abilities — along with coffee beans to go, including the Legendary blend Yonkers-based Double Barrel Roasters created for Kaczmarek (that coffee is also used in the cafe).

You'll also find a bread mix and oversized Sleepy Coffee, Too mugs, with its kindness motto which this reporter predicts will be a huge hit.

Naturally, this being a coffee shop, there will be baked goods, though for now, under Kaczmarek's conditional permit, the shop has limited offerings such as yogurt parfaits, no bake cheesecakes and scones from Rising Above. With a bright and shiny spanking new kitchen, however, there are plans to offer homemade items culled from Kaczmarek's mother's recipes. "I want to offer a very homey menu and feature things that make you feel good," she said.

Kindness matters

Kaczmarek jokes that though she ran "a little coffee business" at the high school, for decades she didn’t really know anything about coffee — and had no idea how long everything would take. Luckily, a lot of people stepped in to help her, a fact that she's forever grateful for — and plans to pay forward.

Paying it forward is another theme here; signage in the coffee shop reminds customers they can pay for someone's order who can't afford it and even pay ahead of time and they'll post it on their wall for a future order. Similarly, if a customer is in need and having trouble paying for their order, they're encouraged to let the cashier know so it can be covered from another customer's generosity.

"If people abuse it, then we lose it," said Kaczmarek who's hopeful customers will be respectful.

A dream come true

Kaczmarek is still pinching herself that opening day is upon her as it ended up taking a lot longer than she'd anticipated (she was first profiled in The Journal News/lohud in March 2022). The whole project was three years in the making, starting in August 2021, with construction and permitting the reason for much of the delays.

The grand opening will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday complete with a red carpet for her employees, complimentary cookies and the full service bar and merchandise open to those who wants to make purchases. Normal business hours will begin Saturday starting at 7:30 a.m.

The Beekman Avenue space had formerly been a vacant warehouse for 20 years. Wanting to get the project moving — and get her employees (and the community) excited about what was to come — she opened The Little Shop of Coffee and Dry Goods in June 2023 which sold the same merchandise she now sells (a sign from that shop hangs to the left of the front entrance). She closed the gift store in January in anticipation of the cafe opening.

Kaczmarek said she feels like she's come full circle in a lot of ways. A few of her employees, ranging in age from 21 to 35 work three-hour shifts — and started with her at Sleepy Hollow High School.

The reason she has them working part-time is so they can keep the benefits they need but also so she can hire more people, giving them each a maximum of nine hours a week.

"When people meet my employees, I guarantee you won't want to leave," she said.

It's part of the reason she wanted to open this coffee shop, the name of which is an homage to the cart she started so many years ago. "The cafe is basically Sleepy Coffee 2.0," she said.

It's also, she said, something she's really proud of and hopes will become a Rivertowns destination "everyone feels comfortable coming to."

"It's definitely a dream come true," she added. "But it's better than any dream I could have ever imagined."

Address: 110 Beekman Ave., Sleepy Hollow, sleepycoffeetoo.org

Hours: 7:30 am. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday to Sunday to start; eventually the goal is to open those same hours on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Hours may also be extended. Stay tuned to the cafe's social media for updates.

Good to know: Down the road, Kaczmarek plans to do more events like afternoon tea (with reservations), an open mic night or bring in a DJ. Eventually, there will be outdoor seating.

Future plans: Expect a program called Sleepy Coffee, Too After Hours, modeled after a program Kaczmarek and colleague Mindy Cohen created at Sleepy Hollow High School. Geared for neurotypical and neurodiverse adults over 21, it will include social and recreational activities such as movies, art, cooking, dance parties and guest speakers at the cafe after hours.

Be kind: "Where kindness is served one cup at a time" is not just a saying on the wall; it's the credo of the cafe. A pay it forward sign encourages those who can afford it to buy something for someone who can't.

Jeanne Muchnick  covers food and dining. Click  here  for her most recent articles and follow her latest dining adventures on Instagram  @jeannemuchnick  or via the  lohudfood newsletter . 

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Go beneath the streets on this tour of the spectacular, mind-bending Moscow Metro! Be awed by architecture and spot the Propaganda , then hear soviet stories from a local in the know. Finish it all up above ground, looking up to Stalins skyscrapers, and get the inside scoop on whats gone on behind those walls.

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We begin our Moscow tour beneath the city, exploring the underground palace of the Moscow Metro. From the Square of Revolution station, famous for its huge statues of soviet people (an armed soldier, a farmer with a rooster, a warrior, and more), we’ll move onto some of the most significant stations, where impressive mosaics, columns, and chandeliers will boggle your eyes! Moreover, these stations reveal a big part of soviet reality — the walls depict plenty of Propaganda , with party leaders looking down from images on the walls. Your local guide will share personal stories of his/her family from USSR times, giving you insight into Russia’s complicated past and present. Then we’re coming back up to street level, where we’ll take a break and refuel with some Russian fast food: traditional pancakes, called bliny. And then, stomachs satiated, we are ready to move forward! We’ll take the eco-friendly electric trolleybus, with a route along the Moscow Garden Ring. Used mainly by Russian babushkas(grannies) during the day, the trolleybus hits peak hours in the mornings and evenings, when many locals use it going to and from their days. Our first stop will be the Aviator’s House, one of Stalin’s Seven Sisters, followed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs — and you’ll hear the legends of what has gone on inside the walls. Throughout your Moscow tour, you’ll learn curious facts from soviet history while seeing how Russia exists now, 25 years after the USSR.

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This tour exceeded our expectations. Nikolai (Nick), our tour guide, was very knowledgeable, thorough, and has a great personality. He didn't take shortcuts and really covered everything that was on the agenda in great detail. We saw beautiful metro stations and learned the history behind them, including many of the murals and designs.

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Taxpayers will be forced to cover £85bn of losses made by the Bank of England on its quantitative easing programme, estimates suggest. 

The £895bn bond-buying scheme was carried out between 2009 and 2021, and had aimed to support the UK during economic shocks - but it has been blamed by some for allowing inflation to take root. 

Recent chancellors have agreed to indemnify the Bank against any losses on the scheme - meaning the taxpayer will be paying for them.

Greene King is moving from its 200-year-old brewery in Bury St Edmunds. 

The pub chain will be opening a new £40m facility in a town that will produce more modern, fizzy craft beers alongside its traditional cask ales. 

The majority of Greene King's brewing will be moved to the new site, as part of a wider shift away from traditional cask beers. 

It will take about three years to complete. 

Butlin's has launched legal action against its insurance company Aviva over who foots a £60m bill.

The holiday park operator's Minehead resort was forced to close in September 2023 because of flooding caused by heavy rainfall.

It has said the incident cost the business £60m and has filed a claim at the High Court against Aviva for not covering the entire bill.

In legal documents seen by  The Telegraph , Butlins have questioned the definition of a "storm" and argued that a "named storm" had not been declared when the flooding happened.

Oil traders working for the US firm Exxon Mobil Corp in Brussels could lose their job if they refuse to move to London, according to reports.

Under the new proposal employees moving to the UK capital would be expected to be in the office five days a week.

But traders working for the oil giant said in an internal union-led survey they did not want to move to London due to "uncompetitive" pay and a "lack of flexibility", a union statement reads, according to  Bloomberg .

Up to 37 trading employees now face having their contracts terminated as a result of this.

ExxonMobil has said it "remains open to resolving the situation".

The sports retailer is introducing tagging sprays across its stores nationwide as part of a ramping up of security measures. 

It will start using SelectaDNA sprays, which can be misted on property and criminals. 

The sprays work by leaving a synthetic DNA and UV marker which does not wash off and can be used to link assets to owners and criminals to crime scenes. 

JD Sports said the measure was in response to a significant increase in shoplifting in UK.

In particular, it said it had seen a rise in "steaming" - where large gangs run into stores, threaten staff with violence and then run off with armfuls of stolen products.

The SelectaDNA spray reportedly does not cause any harm or damage to skin, clothing or property.

Lidl plans to open hundreds more supermarkets across Britain.

The German discount chain, which is now the UK's sixth biggest supermarket, is targeting thousands of new shoppers as it continues its expansion.

It currently has about 960 stores but is targeting more than 1,100 across England, Wales and Scotland.

In the coming months, the chain will welcome shoppers to new stores across the country, from Bristol, Birmingham and Berwick in Scotland. 

In London, it will be opening new stores in Wandsworth, Fulham, Hoxton and Canning Town.

But it says it is eyeing growth in more locations. If it successfully finds a good location, it is willing to pay a finder's fee of 1.5% of the total freehold purchase price, or 10% of the first year's rent for leaseholds, which would equate to £22,500 for a completed £1.5m site purchase.

A finder's fee can be paid to any member of the public who identifies a suitable site for it to open a new store.

Richard Taylor, Lidl Great Britain's chief development officer, said the company was "continuing to invest in new locations whilst exploring innovative routes to expansion".

"As we look ahead, we're excited to welcome even more new shoppers to our existing stores, as well as those we're planning to open across the country in the coming months and years," he said.

Mortgage approvals rose to 61,300 in March - the highest number since September 2022.

They had been at 60,500 in February, according to the Bank of England.

While this is positive, industry experts are reporting that uncertainty over the direction of interest rates this year is prompting caution.

Mortgage rates have risen in the last few weeks as markets went from pricing in a base rate cut in June to thinking it may be August.

US inflation proving stubborn has led to concern here that the path to the 2% target may be bumpy - meaning the base rate may have to stay high in order to constrain spending and thus ease price rises.

Forecasts of three cuts this year from the current 5.25% have been scaled back to two.

Hina Bhudia, partner at Knight Frank Finance, said: "The sun is out and buyers are returning from their Easter break, so we'd usually expect these to be the busy weeks before the summer; however, the uncertain outlook for mortgage rates will undoubtedly weigh on activity.

"It's not just buyers that are frustrated. The lenders are eager to rebuild their businesses after a subdued 2023; however, they are constrained by stubborn inflation and the resulting impact on their cost of funding."

Following Sainsbury's boss Simon Roberts' claim that Britons like self-checkouts...

...we asked Money blog readers, and followers of our LinkedIn page , for their views.

While our inbox was filled with a lot of hate for self-checkouts, our poll of 2,613 people on LinkedIn shows that, overall, Mr Roberts was right...

We have rounded up some of your views here...

Self-checkout is the worst thing to ever happen. Standing like a child with your hand up, one person running up and down to deal with this, underpaid and understaffed. Janice Karaaziz, Money reader

I'll go out of my way to find a cashier, largely because my five-year-old will make a beeline for pressing the scales. I've noticed my local store having fewer and fewer cashiers on - and on many occasions there have been none. We need to think about inclusivity here. There will be some customers who will need a cashier for various reasons, so would expect there to always be at least one on, so stores are accessible for everyone. KaraS, LinkedIn

I try and limit my social interactions as much as possible, out of choice, so most of the time self-checkouts are convenient. Alasdair Corton, LinkedIn

They induce a level of irritation. Sometimes I can be heard answering them back. In general I choose to have my items flung at me by Lidl checkout staff. Siobhan W, LinkedIn

Self-checkout provides a great alternative to customers, especially those with smaller quantity purchases, but personally I think it's sad to see them dominate the front of Sainsbury's stores. In my opinion, it's the removal of one of the greatest ways to provide good customer service. Tom Tregay, LinkedIn

Self-checkouts are great, I will always choose to use one instead of a normal checkout. Some are easier to use than others, the Co-op and Tesco have easy-to-use interfaces whereas Morrisons is a bit more complicated. They'll evolve over time and there's always staff to help out. CG, LinkedIn

They're useful, but when they trigger a "basket check" on nearly every single shop, they begin to lose attractiveness Nicola Bradley, LinkedIn

I tend to argue with them lol. Especially when I can't get it to scan a particular item or you need approval for something so you have to wait for assistance anyway! Plus as a disabled customer I have to juggle my crutch, shopping, scanning and packing. With reduced staff in shops you can't always get the help you actually need. Elizabeth Graney, LinkedIn

Definitely not. So when I go to Sainsbury's I see a lot of older people and no way do they want to use self-checkouts. My mother lives in assisted living and all of them say they hate them. Get a grip, Simon - they are not faster, they are saving you employing more staff. I know my aunt has stood at an Asda til they put a staff member on there. Andrea Robinson, LinkedIn

Robots should never replace humans. Interaction is essential... if machines replace people no one will work, it's a crazy dangerous road. Nicola van Eerten, LinkedIn

The self-checkout is a money-saving exercise. They cut back everywhere. No staff on the shop floor to help. Paper bags in the veg section now cost 30p - for absolutely no reason. Mark, Money reader

Average advertised rents have hit a new high in the UK, according to Rightmove .

Across Britain, excluding London, the average monthly rent being asked for a property coming on the market in the first quarter of 2024 was £1,291, the property website found. This was 8.5% higher than a year earlier.

The average advertised rent in London also hit a fresh high in the first quarter of 2024 at £2,633 per month but this was just £2 higher than the average asking rent in the fourth quarter of 2023.

While average rents have climbed, the property website says there are signs that the pace of the increases is slowing.

There are also indications that more landlords are having to reduce their asking rents, particularly for bigger homes, to meet what tenants can afford.

Rightmove's director of property science, Tim Bannister, said the rental market was "no longer at peak boiling point" but it "remains at a very hot simmer".

By James Sillars , business reporter

The index rose by 0.3% to 8,174 points at the open.

Only real estate stocks were proving any kind of drag.

Among the companies leading the gainers was HSBC.

It climbed by more than 2.6% in London after the Asia-focused bank announced a rise in shareholder awards despite a slight drop in quarterly profits.

The share price reaction also reflected news that chief executive Noel Quinn is to retire - read the full story of that here ...

Among the other gainers in early dealing was Whitbread.

The Premier Inn owner's annual results revealed a sharp rise in annual profits but also a new focus on hotel investment at the expense of its restaurant brands.

That was placing 1,500 jobs at risk, it warned - read the full story here ...

By Jess Sharp , Money team

We first came across Tom McPhail when he posted this on X... 

The pensions expert appeared to be suggesting state pensions were at risk of disappearing.  

After speaking to him on the phone, he confirmed that was exactly his concern, warning something needed to be done sooner rather than later to avoid a "catastrophic" situation.  

He described state pensions as a social contract – each generation pays taxes and national insurance, which funds the pensions of today's older people, and they hope the following generation will do the same for them.

But with population growth slowing, there's a worry there may simply not be enough people to keep the system afloat in the future.  

"There's a significant demographic shift going on in the UK. It started before the Second World War, cohorts of people born in the 1930s have been experiencing significantly longer lives than was the case prior to that, so people now in their 80s are living quite a lot longer," he said. 

"But at the same time, we've got fewer children coming through. And so this exacerbates the shift in the age of the population."

He said if he was 20 today, he would be "sceptical" about the promise of a state pension because he isn't sure how it's going to be paid for.  

At the moment, the state pension system costs around £120bn a year and more than half of retired people rely on it to make up at least 50% of their income, he added.  

Over the next 50 years, Tom predicts the proportion of GDP the state spends on older people will increase from around 16% to 25%.  

"I hesitate to use the word unsustainable, but it will certainly start to look challenging," he said.  

"If we suddenly switched off the state pension or significantly reduced it, people would be in trouble, so the government can’t do that. 

"You can't keep on progressively ratcheting up a more and more generous state pension. The costs of state pensions is going to become increasingly difficult for the younger cohorts to bear."

He pointed to a few ways to potentially salvage the state pension – policy change, more babies being born or people working until they are in their 70s.  

"Politicians are going to have to make decisions about how to get out of this kind of political bind," Tom added. 

"Time and time again it's just kick the can down the road on the pension question, just put a sticking plaster on it and let the next government deal with the problem. 

"You can't keep doing that. So I would really like to see, on the other side of this forthcoming general election... whoever's in power, in collaboration with whoever's in opposition, to just really open it up to some honest conversations about where the demographics are going to take us." 

He does note there is one piece of good news: "This happens quite slowly, so we do have time on our side." 

Basically, swap rates dictate the pricing of fixed-rate mortgages.

Lenders, such as banks and building societies, borrow in order to lend.

They borrow from financial markets and often these transactions are made using Sterling Overnight Index Average (SONIA) swap rates, which can move around.

By contrast, most domestic mortgages are set on what is known as a "term" rate – in other words, the borrower knows how much interest they will be paying for a set period of time.

To avoid a situation where the SONIA rate goes above the rate it is charging borrowers, which would leave the bank or building society lending at a loss, the lender will seek to enter a "swap" arrangement which protects them from such a situation.

Under such agreements, two parties exchange cash flows with each other. The lending bank will swap the variable payments it may make to service a mortgage (which is fixed to the SONIA rate) for payments at a fixed rate. This insulates the lending bank from unexpected increases in the SONIA rate.

Once a deal is struck based on the swap rate, mortgage providers set their fixed deals for customers, with their own profit margin priced in.

How are swap rates decided?

Swap rates are based on what the markets think will happen to interest rates in the future.

When they go up, so do the rates being offered on the high street, as we have seen in the last week or two amid uncertainty over whether forecasts for a summer base rate cut are accurate.

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Alec baldwin’s scuffle with anti-israel agitator ‘crackhead barney’ spilled onto sidewalk outside nyc coffee shop, photos show.

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Alec Baldwin’s scuffle with a loudmouthed anti-Israel agitator at a New York City coffee shop spilled out onto the sidewalk, new photos obtained by The Post show.

An irate Baldwin, 66, was seen struggling with the woman out the front door and down the stoop of Maman, an upscale cafe on University Place in Greenwich Village, after she had accosted him inside on Monday and demanded he declare “Free Palestine” as she filmed him.

Footage of the encounter, first posted online by the woman herself, cut off after Baldwin took a swipe at her phone — and new photos appear to show him snatching the phone from her hand and using it to drive her out of the coffee shop.

The scene from outside Maman appeared to show the Emmy winner holding the woman’s phone out of her reach as she scrabbled up his arms after it.

They struggled down the stairs before the woman eventually got her hands on the device.

An infuriated Baldwin then stormed off down the sidewalk, coffee and car keys in hand.

The agitator is identified only as “Crackhead Barney,” a far-left activist who is known for ambush-style interviews and outrageous public performances.

In her original video, Crackhead Barney approached Baldwin and asked him to say “Free Palestine” as he talked on the phone and waited for his order.

“Alec, can you please say ‘Free Palestine’ one time?” she asked him several times, before promising to leave him alone if he’ll just say it once.

As he headed for the door shaking his head, she added ““F–k Israel, f–k Zionism.”

“Why did you kill that lady? You killed that lady and got no jail time,” she said at one point, referring to the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, who was killed on the set of Baldwin’s movie “Rust” when a prop gun he was shooting wound up loaded with a live bullet .

After Baldwin got Crackhead Barney out of the restaurant he deadbolted the door to keep her out, footage she posted showed.

She then stalked about outside talking to herself about how Baldwin had “assaulted me, I should press charges,” while calling random passersby racists and “Zionist bitches.”

“My performance art and confrontational media is a statement about the double standards of society in the US,” Crackhead Barney said in a statement after the incident.

“As the US supports Israel in the genocide of Palestinians, here at home, powerful people maintain a facade of politeness and dignity while we export death and terror around the world,” she continued.

“Amidst mass protests and public calls for an end to US support of Israel, the entertainment industry has been largely silent, and even worse, supportive of Israel’s genocide.

“This cannot stand, and people deserve to be confronted with the horrors our nation funds and supports.”

Crackhead Barney commands an audience of nearly 100,000 followers on Instagram.

Her recent videos largely consist of her swearing at cops and telling pro-Israel demonstrators such things as “You know they’re not coming home, right?” referring to hostages kidnapped by Hamas.

Baldwin’s run-in with Crackhead Barney was not the first time he’s been targeted by anti-Israel demonstrators.

In December, he was surrounded by protesters on the sidewalk who demanded to know whether he condemned Israel for their response to the Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack.

He refused to address Israel, and instead said “I support peace for Gaza.”

“Go f–k yourself,” a demonstrator yelled in response.

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Irish eyes smile upon Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry in Zurich Classic of New Orleans triumph

Duo outlasts chad ramey/martin trainer in playoff at tpc louisiana.

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When Martin Trainer missed his par-saving, playoff-extending putt late Sunday at TPC Louisiana, the Irish lads – you couldn’t really call them anything else, could you? – looked at each other and hugged. Shane Lowry and Rory McIlroy had won the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.

Lowry lifted McIlroy up in a colossal embrace, and the celebration was on.

The duo – friends for a quarter century, nearby homeowners in South Florida and weekly playdate pals with their young kids – turned things around Sunday after a tough start and walked away PGA TOUR winners, again.

“We went out there, we had loads of fun, and we won the tournament. You couldn’t ask for a better week,” Lowry said.

“To win any PGA TOUR event is very cool, but to do it with one of your closest friends … Think about where we met and where we've come from, to be on this stage and do this together – just awesome to be able to do it alongside this guy,” McIlroy added.

For McIlroy, it was his 25th TOUR title, his third in a tournament debut. He now has at least one win in seven consecutive PGA TOUR seasons. Lowry won for the first time on TOUR since the 2019 Open Championship, his third TOUR win overall.

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry news conference after winning Zurich Classic

McIlroy and Lowry were the expected champions, given the lack of proven winners around them on the leaderboard heading into Sunday. But no one could have predicted Trainer and Chad Ramey zipping 25 spots up the leaderboard in the final round after a format-tying 9-under 63. They were waiting around for upwards of three hours before finding out they would be in a playoff.

And even though McIlroy and Lowry were the favorites, that doesn’t mean the win was guaranteed.

Lowry said at breakfast Sunday they noticed how much the trees were whipping and yet, Ramey and Trainer shot “an unbelievable score.” Lowry and McIlroy were 1-over through six holes and needed to make something happen quickly – and that’s exactly what they did.

“To play the last 12 holes in 5-under I think was very, very good," Lowry said. "It showed a lot about our character and how much we wanted to win this thing,”

Lowry is about two years older than McIlroy; the duo first represented Ireland at the 2007 European Amateur Team Championship. They were European Ryder Cup teammates in both Wisconsin and Rome. And they played together at the Olympics in 2021, something they’re hoping to do again this summer in Paris.

“I know to go back to Ireland with an Olympic medal would be like a dream,” Lowry said.

“I was in a seven-way playoff in Tokyo for a bronze medal, and I’ve never tried so hard to finish third in my life,” added McIlroy.

This was McIlroy’s fourth straight week of TOUR competition, and Lowry’s third straight. There were no signs of fatigue from either man late Sunday at TPC Louisiana, with McIlroy knocking his drive on the par-5 18th in regulation upwards of 350 yards. Lowry, with a laugh, said he wasn’t sure what to do from the position his partner had left him in.

Rory McIlroy’s clutch 72nd hole chip yields tying birdie at Zurich Classic

This wouldn’t be considered a breakthrough victory for either player, given their long-standing pedigree and solid starts to 2024 (Lowry had two top-five finishes in Florida, while McIlroy won on the DP World Tour earlier this year and finished third at the Valero Texas Open earlier this month), but their easy chemistry in Louisiana could be a harbinger of good things to come.

The fans in New Orleans, too, seemed to buoy the boys. There were chants of "Rory, Rory," and there was a story relayed on the CBS broadcast of Lowry and McIlroy getting a standing ovation when they left dinner on Saturday night at Arnaud’s, a jazzy, 100-year-old fine-dining spot in New Orleans' French Quarter.

“It's not lost on me how cool that is. Every time I get to play in front of thousands of people, the little boy in me just thinks it's so cool and so exciting,” McIlroy said. “The crowd really made the weekend.”

“Rory brings a crowd, and people love him. We've got a lot of love this week in New Orleans, and we've had just the best week,” added Lowry.

What now, though? It was a big week and a big win for some of the TOUR’s most affable players. For Lowry, he’s earned his way into the rest of the Signature Events on the 2024 schedule, and it’s “freed him up,” he said. For McIlroy, he had exited big events like THE PLAYERS and the Masters with a few more questions about his game and its overall direction. This week, though, McIlroy reflected on why he and Lowry, all those years ago back home, started playing golf – because it was fun.

“I think sort of reinjecting a little bit of that fun back into it in a week like this week – it can always help,” McIlroy said.

“Hopefully we can both kick on now,” Lowry said of good things to come. “It was great fun all week, everything about it was just brilliant.”

When Irish eyes are smiling, it leads to a PGA TOUR victory.

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When it comes to scoring Oprah’s stamp of approval, few drinkware companies can compete with Corkcicle .

The media mogul’s been a fan of the trendy tumblers since at least 2012, when she first gave one a spot on her coveted “Favorite Things” list.

And now, just in time for Mother’s Day gift-giving, the brand has teamed up with Rifle Paper Co . on a line of drinkware covered in colorful florals.

Standout styles include the Rifle Paper Co. x Corkcicle Cold Cup ($40), a limited-edition version of a recent Oprah favorite.

Rifle Paper Co. x Corkcicle Cold Cup

Rifle Paper Co. x Corkcicle Tumbler

“I first picked Corkcicle in 2012. This year, it has a brand-new cup, with a ceramic straw, that … keeps drinks cold for up to 12 hours (or hot for five),” Winfrey wrote of the original version on her 2023 roundup. “I can’t wait to have my smoothie in the lavender one.”

Now that her beloved lavender design — and the similar strawless Rifle Paper Co. x Corkcicle Tumbler ($40) — come in new patterns, perhaps she’d better make room in her kitchen cabinets.

Should you prefer something with a handle, there are three bloom-bedecked takes on the brand’s triple-insulated Cruiser Tumbler ($55), too.  

Rifle Paper Co. x Corkcicle Cruiser Tumbler

Rifle Paper Co. x Corkcicle Sport Canteen

Oprah’s not the only famous fan of Cockcicle; per the brand, fashion-industry fixtures like Gisele Bündchen, Rachel Zoe and Alessandra Ambrosio all own the original version of the Sport Canteen ($45), which is designed to keep beverages cold for a whopping 25 hours or hot for five.

Rifle Paper Co. x Corkcicle Coffee Mug

Rifle Paper Co. x Corkcicle Stemless Cup

The collection also includes the label’s signature Stemless Cup ($35), and  Coffee Mug ($40), if unwinding with a warm beverage is more your cup of tea.

To add a cute pattern to any drink, there’s also a Can Cooler ($30) — plus an Ice Bucket ( $130 $104) to put the finishing touches on a backyard bash.

Just be sure to shop fast — much like spring flowers, this festive collaboration won’t last forever.

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