Las Vegas is known for neon lights, gambling, and all-night parties, but there is a surprisingly lively coffee culture. I say surprising, because before moving here, I never thought about Las Vegas having anything more than Starbucks and Dunkin for its locals to get their caffeine. And while I’m not against Starbucks (definitely not a…
If you’re searching for coffee in Vegas that comes with a dose of literary magic, Bad Owl Coffee might just be your next must-visit. Tucked into a quiet shopping plaza in Southwest Las Vegas, this whimsical café blends high-quality espresso with the charm of a Harry Potter coffee shop (minus the licensing, but full of…
While most people think of tea when they think about Japan, Tokyo has a thriving coffee culture that seamlessly blends tradition with innovation, creating a haven for coffee connoisseurs and casual drinkers alike. Coffee shops play a pivotal role, not only as purveyors of meticulously brewed beverages but also as cultural hubs where community, creativity,…
Are you a Starbucks lover? In Japan, you can find Starbucks cafes in some extraordinary places. Unique locations, with a local touch but always the same Starbucks quality. And even though there are so many amazing places to get coffee in Tokyo and Japan. After living here, I wanted to research and visit some of…
Starbucks is an international brand that no doubt every person on the planet has heard of. I’ll admit that I drink a fair amount of Starbucks and find them great places to write and work in. Even though I’ve found some amazing coffee shops in Japan for coffee, like Tully’s, Excelsior, Beck’s, there’s something familiar about Starbucks…
Green tea is everywhere in Japan, from the tea ceremonies of Kyoto to the bottled green tea found in every vending machine and convenience store around Japan. Most of this green tea is actually grown, harvested, and processed right here in Japan. Read on for the complete guide to green tea in Japan to learn all about the history…
Many companies in Japan love to release limited-edition merchandise and drinks and Starbucks is no different. Starbucks Japan releases limited-edition merchandise collections several times a year with seasonal themes including New Year, Summer, and Christmas. And while I’ve collected a few mugs since living here and far and away my favorite season for specialized merch…
Starbucks Japan will be releasing their new Sakura merchandise collection and spring-limited beverage in February 2022! Many companies in Japan love to release limited-edition merchandise and drinks and Starbucks is no different. Starbucks Japan releases limited-edition merchandise collections several times a year with seasonal themes including New Year, Summer, and Christmas. And while I’ve collected…
One of Japan’s most popular coffee chains is serving up some extra magic this holiday season! Tully’s Coffee is teaming up with J.K. Rowling’s beloved series Harry Potter for new and unique drink and merch items, including the Harry Potter Treacle Tart Latte, a Hedwig-themed Stainless Steel Tumbler, and more. The collab will begin at 25 Tully’s…