Why you should be grateful for your $6 coffee
Cafe owners have said for years that they have been nervous about increasing the price of coffee, fearing backlash from customers who already believe they are paying too much. A large latte in most capitals now costs $6 to $6.50, making tired eyes widen for all the wrong reasons.
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