{
  "id": 17021260,
  "title": "Global coffee brands to converge in Seoul for int'l cafe show",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/global-coffee-brands-to-converge-in-seoul-for-intl-cafe-show",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-29T06:52:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20261029/global-coffee-brands-to-converge-in-seoul-for-intl-cafe-show"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The 25th Seoul International Cafe Show is set to commence on November 11 at Coex in Seoul for a four-day duration. This year's exhibition aims to solidify its status as a leading global coffee business platform, drawing together top coffee brands worldwide to engage with Korea's vibrant market and uncover potential business prospects. For international corporations and participating brands, the event provides avenues to forge new trade channels, identify emerging industry patterns, and broaden their market presence. Exhibitors will also have access to a diverse array of specialized programs aimed at nurturing cross-border partnerships.\n\nA notable attraction of the show is Coffee Alley, which will be organized around the theme of encountering the world's leading independent specialty coffee brands. This distinguished display will host a total of 78 prominent brands, consisting of 58 local and 20 international participants, including elite global cafes that have topped worldwide rankings. This year, two new additions to the lineup are the Bakery Alley and the returning Cherry’s Choice, both of which will offer brands a platform to exhibit innovative products and explore the latest Food and Beverage (F&B) trends.",
  "summary": "The 25th Seoul International Cafe Show will open Nov. 11 for a four-day run at Coex in Seoul. This year’s event aims to strengthen its position as a global coffee business platform, bringing together leading coffee brands from around the world to connect with Korea’s dynamic market and explore business opportunities. For global companies and participating brands, the exhibition offers…",
  "key_points": [
    "25th Seoul International Cafe Show begins November 11 at Coex",
    "78 coffee brands, including 20 international, participate",
    "Coffee Alley showcases leading independent specialty coffee brands"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The expansion of specialized exhibition zones allows international brands to bypass traditional barriers and secure direct access to Korea's growing specialty coffee and food and beverage markets.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}