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A 'third place' is where you go when you are not at home or at work. Coffee houses have targeted their space towards being third places—they are cozy nooks where people hang out.

Coffee’s appeal continues to grow as almost half of Americans age 18 or older drink some type of coffee beverage daily. People have become so addicted that coffee has begun to be perceived like wine: you pick a coffee based on where the beans were grown, and the complexity of flavors. More than ever, coffee houses offer more flavors, food, and overall options for drinking.