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By Steve Maynard, The News Tribune, Tacoma, Wash. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News

Oct. 27--They traveled to Seattle -- the coffee capital of the world -- from throughout the United States and from more than 40 countries to sample the latest trends in the coffee business.

Mocha smoothies, $7,800 espresso machines, and coffee beans from more than 40 roasters -- including several from Pierce County -- were among the attractions at the 12th annual Coffee Fest in Seattle.

More than 5,000 people -- mostly independent coffee shop operators looki

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