The COFFEE Book

The COFFEE Book is an illustrated celebration of the rich heritage, art, and global culture of coffee. This volume offers a sensory journey from the highlands of Ethiopia, the birthplace of coffee, and traces its spread and transformation across continents and cultures. Readers will discover how coffee rituals have shaped daily life, social gathering places, and traditions—from historic Viennese coffeehouses and Italian espresso bars to modern specialty cafés in Tokyo, Melbourne, and New York.

Key sections explore brewing methods, the unique atmosphere of cafés, the significance of Italian bars, and the evolution of roasteries and espresso machines. Exclusive interviews with legendary baristas, producers, and trendsetters offer insights into the craft and community behind coffee. With its first-class design and layout, The COFFEE Book stands out in a crowded market, offering a carefully curated, immersive experience for discerning enthusiasts who appreciate both the history and the art of coffee.

Metasebia Yoseph is an author and cultural strategist whose work sits at the intersection of cultural heritage and storytelling. Her first book, A Culture of Coffee, was archived by the U.S. Library of Congress and became a reference point in global coffee culture. She is the founder of Design Week Addis Ababa and has been recognized by TRUE Africa as one of the continent's top 100 innovators. THE COFFEE BOOK, published by teNeues/Gestalten, is her definitive work on coffee, told, for the first time, from its origins.