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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Tesco announces huge change to supermarket - but it's only for a month

Tesco introduces a limited-edition menu featuring trendy new items in its in-store cafés for one month.

Feb 26 • 09:02 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Free WiFi Trap: Be Aware! Hackers Are Now Conducting Such Scams

The article warns about the dangers of using free WiFi networks at places like airports and cafes, outlining potential cyber fraud risks.

Feb 25 • 10:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

M&S closing cafes across UK - full list of 14 locations confirmed so far

M&S is set to close 14 cafes across the UK, affecting shoppers and altering in-store experiences.

Feb 24 • 16:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Extortion Demanded from Spa Center and Cafe Operators in the Name of Bajrang Dal

A man named Rishabh Thakur has been arrested for allegedly demanding extortion from operators of spa centers and cafes under the pretext of representing the Bajrang Dal in Bareilly, India.

Feb 24 • 14:33 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

The cafes once had room for everyone. Is that the case today?

The article discusses the change in the atmosphere of cafes, contrasting the past inclusive vibe with contemporary trends in decor and ambiance.

Feb 23 • 16:45 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

They wanted to create a new neighborhood café in Nørrebro. They really succeeded

The area of Nørrebro in Copenhagen has transformed into a vibrant neighborhood with new cafes and eateries, inviting locals to linger rather than just pass through.

Feb 23 • 08:50 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Restaurants and cafes are closing down one after another in Russia

As the war in Ukraine continues, Russia sees a rapid decline in restaurant and cafe closures, indicating a significant economic slowdown.

Feb 23 • 05:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Discovering Kochi, the most fascinating city in the State of Kerala, among contemporary art, cafes, and monuments

The article explores Kochi, a captivating city in Kerala, India, known for its historical significance and vibrant art scene.

Feb 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Jet-black café trend sweeps America as experts share health benefits behind the hype

The trend of incorporating black sesame into various food and beverage items is rapidly gaining popularity in America, driven by its unique flavor and health benefits.

Feb 22 • 15:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The Gut Bar Turns Well-Being into a Daily Menu in Samborondón

The Gut Bar in Samborondón offers a menu focused on health and wellness, incorporating ingredients like collagen and ginseng into everyday meals.

Feb 22 • 12:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

AI dating cafes are now a real thing

An event in New York showcased a pop-up dating cafe where attendees dated virtual partners instead of humans, highlighting the rising trend of AI companions in dating culture.

Feb 21 • 18:44 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Latvian fans and other tourists increase the profit of Milan's bars and cafes

Tourists, particularly Latvians, have significantly boosted the profits of bars and cafes in Milan during the Olympic Games.

Feb 21 • 16:40 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bacibaci Daily Bar: A Cafe for All Occasions

The Bacibaci Daily Bar in Munich stands out for its relaxed atmosphere, attentive service, and distinct character, making it a unique spot amidst the city's numerous hip cafés.

Feb 19 • 16:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops: only two Argentinian cafes made the ranking

Two coffee shops from Argentina were included in the ranking of the world's best cafes, highlighting their quality and services.

Feb 19 • 14:25 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Ethiopian who founded four cafes in Vilnius was helped to fulfill her dreams by the Lithuanian language

Ethiopian coffee expert Eskedar Tilahun credits her success in Lithuania to her mastery of the Lithuanian language and the supportive community around her.

Feb 17 • 15:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Two Spanish Cafés Among the World's 20 Best in 2026

Nomad Frutas Selectas in Barcelona and Hola Coffee Lagasca in Madrid are ranked among the top 20 cafés in the world according to The World's 100 Best Coffee Shops list unveiled at CoffeeFest Madrid 2026.

Feb 17 • 10:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK's 'quintessential market town' that burned down now full of cafés and shops

Holt, a historic market town in North Norfolk, has reinvented itself with independent shops and cafés after a devastating fire in 1708.

Feb 16 • 17:06 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Here the cafes in Karlstad and Kil prepare for Fat Tuesday – follow along with the preparations

Cafes in Karlstad and Kil are gearing up for Fat Tuesday, with varying flavors of semlor, despite a slowdown in sales attributed to the Swedish economy.

Feb 16 • 15:49 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

KUKU ⟩ The Tax Office explains: is a home café also a business?

The Estonian Tax and Customs Board clarifies that income obtained through various platforms, including home cafés, must be declared as business income if it is regular and intended for profit.

Feb 16 • 11:37 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A Curious Passerby Visited the Customs Officers: A Humorous Story Lies Behind the Encounter

A regular deer visitor named Jaukučio has developed a friendly rapport with customs officers at a post in Panemunė, even taking a liking to local cafes.

Feb 14 • 20:11 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Flower Shops and Cafes Prepare for Valentine's Day

Flower shops and cafés in Estonia are ramping up preparations for Valentine's Day, which is increasingly popular in the country.

Feb 12 • 16:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

This is what Finland's most expensive Fastelavnsbulle tastes like

A tasting review of various types of Fastelavnsbulle, including some of the most expensive, is conducted in Helsinki cafés.

Feb 12 • 09:17 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The city allocates funds for mental health first aid activities

The Tartu city government is providing a €3,000 grant to the organization Peaasjad to establish mental health first aid cafes and train 15 residents in the community.

Feb 10 • 13:06 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

From gastronomic boom to the reign of the coffee: the Buenos Aires neighborhood that was a craze in the 90s is reinventing itself

The Buenos Aires neighborhood of Las Cañitas is experiencing a resurgence in coffee culture, with cafés once again dominating the culinary scene.

Feb 10 • 10:40 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

DOKI – an icon of urban lifestyle in the center of Gdańsk

DOKI is a mixed-use development in Gdańsk that combines comfortable living spaces with various amenities like restaurants, cafes, and shops, all easily accessible.

Feb 10 • 09:05 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Future of the Car: Who Still Needs Gas Stations? Turn Them into Cafés!

The authors propose rethinking mobility in Germany by transforming gas stations into cafés and reducing reliance on cars to mitigate their environmental impact.

Feb 9 • 09:45 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

The 'good taste' is spreading. Stop it!

Art critic Mathias Kryger comments on the increasing prevalence of 'good taste' in museum cafes and shops, suggesting it is spreading to inappropriate areas.

Feb 6 • 19:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Asda announces major £1 change to in-store cafes in February

Asda is offering a £1 meal deal with unlimited hot drinks at its cafes nationwide to help customers cope with rising living costs during winter.

Feb 6 • 12:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Idyllic village with quaint cafes and Guinness World Record Sweet Shop

Pateley Bridge, a picturesque village in the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is home to the world's oldest sweet shop and offers a glimpse of rural Yorkshire charm.

Feb 6 • 03:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

It shocked me to see smoking in Croatian cafes. It is banned in England and Spain

A Croatian article expresses shock at the prevalence of smoking in local cafes, contrasting the situation with strict smoking bans in England and Spain.

Feb 5 • 19:56 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Popular chain of to-go cafes opened at a new location in Zagreb

ZIGGY'S Coffee has opened its largest location yet at a busy intersection in Zagreb, immediately attracting large crowds of customers.

Feb 5 • 13:57 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

GALLERY AND VIDEO: Light and cold winter weather boosts the sale of cevapcici buns

Despite about two weeks remaining until Shrove Tuesday, shops and cafes have already filled their shelves with various kinds of buns since the beginning of the year.

Feb 5 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

For Beginners: How to Make Homemade Milkshake in a Few Minutes Like at Cafes

This recipe provides a quick and easy way to make a refreshing homemade milkshake, perfect for combating summer heat.

Feb 4 • 16:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

THE BUN SCENT FILLS THE CITY ⟩ The winter festival brings together over 40 cafes and bakeries

The KukliFest winter bun festival in Tallinn features over 40 cafes and bakeries, offering a cozy atmosphere to enjoy traditional and innovative buns until February 17.

Feb 4 • 10:57 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Having coffee at Prada or Zara: how fashion has become obsessed with the productivity drink

The article explores how the coffee culture has permeated the fashion industry, with brands creating coffee-themed accessories and cafes for aspirational consumers.

Feb 4 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I fed three people for £13 at Home Bargains - three words sum it up

A TikTok review highlights Home Bargains' budget cafe options where a meal for three costs £13.

Feb 3 • 15:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Producers of Porciúncula, Varre-Sai, and São José do Vale do Rio Preto stand out in the special coffees award

Producers from Porciúncula, Varre-Sai, and São José do Vale do Rio Preto in Rio de Janeiro excelled in the 1st Excellence Award – Cafés do Rio, showcasing the quality of specialty coffees from the region.

Feb 2 • 16:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Pretty London walk passes 'cute cafes and book shops' that only takes 45 minutes

A Londoner shares a favorite 45-minute walk that showcases charming cafes and unique independent shops, culminating in stunning skyline views.

Jan 16 • 13:18 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Life & Tech

Macron backs UNESCO bid for French bistros and cafés

French President Emmanuel Macron supports the campaign to have French bistros and cafés recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Jan 16 • 11:35 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Why is the waiter ignoring you? A Croat revealed the rule of some cafes on Reddit

A Croatian waiter explains on Reddit why customers often feel ignored in cafes, revealing a rule that restricts waiters from serving certain patrons until they are officially acknowledged.

Jan 16 • 07:19 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Vicky Chatzi-Vasileiou: 'Let's Go Package' had a gripping character, cafes in villages closed and squares were deserted

Vicky Chatzi-Vasileiou described the show 'Let's Go Package' as captivating, noting that it caused cafes in villages to close and squares to empty as people preferred to stay home.

Jan 15 • 20:14 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Life & Tech

French bistros and cafés: Should they get UNESCO intangible heritage status?

The article discusses the effort to have French bistros and cafés recognized as part of UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage.

Jan 14 • 14:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Primark issues major closures updates with 4 locations affected — full list

Primark is set to close cafes in four of its UK locations, impacting customers as the budget fashion retailer announces changes to its operations.

Jan 14 • 12:29 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Historic café closes after 40 years in Thessaloniki

One of Thessaloniki's most recognizable cafés, the Heliotrope, has permanently closed after 40 years, marking the end of a beloved gathering spot for students and youth.

Jan 14 • 09:48 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Most initiates constitutional changes: "Some cafes already do not accept cash today"

The political party Most is proposing constitutional amendments in Croatia to protect cash as a payment method, and if they don't receive support, they are ready to initiate a referendum.

Jan 7 • 11:31 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Emmanuel Macron will ask UNESCO for recognition of "cafés and bistros of France"

Emmanuel Macron announced his intention to seek UNESCO recognition for the cafés and bistros of France during a traditional Epiphany ceremony at the Élysée Palace in Paris.

Jan 6 • 09:50 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Biscoff: How the airplane cookie is building an empire

Biscoff cookies, once associated with long-haul flights, are now expanding globally into supermarkets, cafés, and fast food menus, thanks to a Belgian family business.

Jan 6 • 05:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Starbucks closes more cafes in city centers. The end of an era

Starbucks is pivoting its strategy by closing numerous cafes in major cities, marking a significant shift from its previous expansion-focused approach.

Jan 4 • 15:51 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

5 Traditional Cafés Keeping the Flame of Greek Identity Alive

The article highlights five traditional cafés in rural Greece where time seems to stand still, serving as hubs for cultural and political discussions.

Jan 4 • 09:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Yorkshire village with Guinness World Record Sweet Shop and Traditional Cafés

Pateley Bridge, a picturesque village in Nidderdale, boasts the world's oldest sweet shop and traditional cafés amidst stunning countryside scenery.

Jan 4 • 07:00 UTC

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