Today, September 29th, 2014, is the International Coffee Day. While the exact origin of International Coffee Day is unknown, many countries around the world participate in the event.
Also known as Coffee Day or National Coffee Day, this celebration is meant to encourage people to celebrate, enjoy, and appreciate the world’s most popular bracing beverage.
It is also the occasion to raise awareness on social and environmental issues and promote sustainably grown and fair traded products.
On this day, many businesses around the world offer free or discounted cups of coffee and share coupons and special deals via social networks.
The International Coffee Day is observed by some countries in different dates annually. For instance, in Brazil it takes place on May 24th, in Angola on April 14th.