Pu’er Coffee

Because I love coffee, I find myself filled with extra motivation and a quiet kind of joy. That passion pushes me to go farther, to explore more places, and to discover those hidden, small-but-beautiful gems. What is the meaning of travel, really? I think everyone has their own answer. For me, I simply enjoy living for a while in a place where no one knows me—wandering through unfamiliar streets on my way to yet another café. Along the way, you encounter moments that can feel even more beautiful than the scenery itself. It’s not that I insist on leaving the city center and traveling all that way by train. It’s just that the roastery I want to visit can only exist somewhere a little more tucked away. And honestly, that’s part of the charm. Today’s café isn’t your typical first pick for casual coffee drinkers. Its location makes it clear: it either serves the surrounding community or it’s a true destination café. Far from downtown and removed from the usual tourist attractions, it’s the ...

 When it comes to the idea of “market coffee,” it’s not a very common scene back home in China. The first time I truly experienced this kind of setting was in Melbourne, at Market Lane Coffee inside the Queen Victoria Market. That’s when I really felt the everyday warmth and authenticity of market coffee culture. When you grow tired of cookie-cutter malls and predictable chain stores, markets represent something real—unpolished, unfiltered local life. They satisfy a city dweller’s longing for “nearness” and authenticity, offering a grounded, human sense of place. Adelaide Central Market is the oldest and largest fresh produce market in South Australia, and one of Adelaide’s most iconic culinary and cultural landmarks. Since opening in 1869, it has become a vibrant gathering place for both locals and visitors. Inside, you’ll find more than 80 stalls selling everything from organic fruits to premium meats and specialty foods. At some point, I developed the habit of visiting local...