From Yemen coffee spread to Mecca and the wider Arabian Peninsula, and by the early 16th century it had reached Cairo, Damascus, and Istanbul. Debates over its permissibility arose in …

Wild coffee plants are thought to have been native to an Ethiopian plateau region known as Kefa (Kaffa), though the exact history of their origin and domestication remains unclear.

The business edition of coffee history began on the Arabian Peninsula, where people cultivated and traded coffee for the first time. By the 15th century, coffee was being grown in what is now …

Jan 22, 2025 · Coffee originated in Ethiopia, a country steeped in ancient traditions and captivating legends. Its journey from humble beginnings to global prominence is deeply rooted …

Aug 17, 2025 · Where did coffee originate? Discover its journey from Ethiopian forests to Yemen’s highlands and into a global culture of flavor, ritual, and connection.

Feb 10, 2025 · From Ethiopia, coffee spread to the Arabian Peninsula, where it was cultivated and traded extensively. The Arabs were responsible for the first commercial cultivation of coffee …

Oct 31, 2019 · Since “there is no smoke without fire”, coffee most definitely has a pleasant origin story and history behind it. Here, we bring you the history, discovery, and some exciting facts …

Sep 26, 2024 · Where we trace its origins from ancient Ethiopia to modern coffee shops around the world. From Kaldi, the legendary Ethiopian goatherd, to the spread of coffee across the …

Oct 14, 2025 · Coffee originated in the highlands of Ethiopia before spreading to Yemen, where it was first documented as a beverage in the 15th century. Its global journey saw the Dutch …

Discover the fascinating history of coffee, from its ancient Ethiopian roots to its global impact and modern culture. Explore legends, facts, and more.