Yafa Cafe News Today

On this second episode of Bakery Bees — after a warm and tasty welcome the first time —​ Felicia Ho ’​​23 and Vicki Xu ’​23 revisit Yafa Bakery & Cafe in Somerville to learn about the story behind the “artfully delicious,” the challenges they have faced, and what exciting futures await.

Yemeni Americans have set up shop in New York City. Known for their entrepreneurial spirit and warm welcome, Yemenis have established themselves on every street corner of the metropolis, forming the foundation of a thriving diasporic community.

The family behind the new Delah Coffee hopes to introduce Yemeni coffee traditions to the Bay Area

The story goes that a shepherd in Yemen noticed his goats' endless energy after eating the coffee beans, which started the coffee revolution.