For coffee enthusiasts who enjoy a cake – or two – Middlesbrough is about to offer some mouthwatering temptation! De Melo on Linthorpe Road is set to open at the end of the month - with the menu including American-style sundaes, waffles and milkshakes as well as mini patisserie cakes, and more. De Melo is a new artisan espresso, patisserie and dessert restaurant that is … [Read more...]
Starbucks makes changes to drive forward expansion
Starbucks chief operating officer Kevin Johnson has communicated forward organisation plans to ‘partners’, outlining some of the initiatives and aspirations which will continue to drive Starbucks forward globally. The many new activities already in progress include the rollout of Mobile Order and Pay, piloting new delivery services in Seattle and New York City, and enabling … [Read more...]
Jurassic World…featuring Starbucks
Jurassic World is a ginormous hit. The movie set a new record for highest-grossing box-office opening weekend of all time, as the story of Steven Spielberg’s original movie comes full circle in Jurassic World, a fully operational luxury resort off the coast of Costa Rica. In the centre of this fictional luxury resort, there’s a Starbucks. Requests to have Starbucks … [Read more...]
And the survey said…Social Media training required
It’s clear from H&C News’ research earlier this year (email us for a copy), and from our RoundTable meetings with a wide range of hospitality managers using social media, that there are many practical difficulties in making social media work effectively for hospitality organisations. And that few are currently measuring the benefits that it brings. The common theme from … [Read more...]
TISSL provides continental bar group Artigiano with a platform for growth
Artigiano celebrates its second anniversary with a fifth shop opening and marks nine months since its migration to new, improved EPoS technology. Upmarket espresso and wine bar chain Artigiano recently celebrated two years since its launch, at the same time opening its fifth location. In Spring 2013, the business chose St Paul’s, London as it first venue. Early expansion … [Read more...]
5 star or 1 star? Positive responses to Online reviews
With Social Media Day (30 June) just around the corner, it’s a great time to refresh your memory on how to respond to comments about your business online. Whilst online reviews might not be the first thing to jump to mind when someone says “social media”, they’re a pretty important part of what consumers want to see when they search for you. This means you need to be armed … [Read more...]
Whitbread: good first quarter and new CEO to arrive early
Whitbread PLC has reported trading performance for the 13 weeks to 28 May 2015 with good trading and first quarter sales up a total 12.5%. Hannah Maundrell, Editor in Chief of money.co.uk commented on the results: “Whitbread's strong first quarter is a clear sign that consumers are feeling more free and easy with their finances. For the first time in what seems a long … [Read more...]
Budding baristas set on coffee career path in Brighton
A group of young budding baristas are hoping to meet the demands of a growing band of coffee lovers in Brighton and Hove, thanks to a new groundbreaking project run by a local charity and some of the city’s leading independent cafés. The Professional Barista Apprenticeship in Speciality Coffee, set up by One Church Brighton, Taylor St. Baristas and Small Batch Coffee Company … [Read more...]
Record Year for PAUL: expansion to step-up
PAUL UK, the 32-strong French bakery and café brand, today announces its financial results for the year ended 31 December 2014. Jean-Michel Orieux, CEO of PAUL UK comments: “We are delighted that trading has exceeded expectations. The improvements and controls put in place from mid-2013 have enhanced our results and produced a solid platform to enable the brand to step-up … [Read more...]
New food menu from Esquires Coffee
Esquires Coffee has launched a brand new food programme into its network of 24 stores this week. The new range not only includes new flavours but also fresh, new packaging. The packaging was designed with the focus on creating a modern, artisanal look; made up of greaseproof paper wraps illustrated with quirky designs and the tagline ‘so lovingly made for you’. As well as … [Read more...]
Starbucks offers six new Frappuccino flavours
Starbucks launched the Frappuccino 20 years ago and is now introducing six new Frappuccino blended beverages in North America – perhaps we will see some or all in the UK later in the year. Based on customers’ favourite Frappuccino combinations, they are: Caramel Cocoa Cluster; Cinnamon Roll; Cotton Candy; Cupcake; Lemon Bar; Red Velvet Cake. Customers will be able to vote … [Read more...]
Barista training: basics first, results will follow
There seems to be a general misconception that anyone can simply pick up a group handle and pull great coffee. However, as industry experts are aware, there are many variables that influence every cup of coffee - and starting off on the right track and with the right knowledge is vital to inspire passionate baristas who will deliver excellent coffee. The basics of barista … [Read more...]
£1 per item on the caffix menu…
Caffix describes itself as a new concept store in London, with the aim to offer high quality coffee and food at a much lower price. How they manage at such low prices will intrigue many - and if they can continue to do so in additional outlets, it could become a real threat. Using its extensive experience, the caffix team has developed a menu of freshly prepared food for … [Read more...]
Chatime makes its mark on Manchester
Chatime – creators of authentic Taiwanese bubble teas – opened their twelfth UK store in Manchester on the 21st of May. The latest addition to the Chatime family is located in Manchester’s very own Chinatown at 93 Princess Street, one of the main streets in the city. Chatime is already renowned for providing thirsty customers with an exciting range of styles and varieties of … [Read more...]
Kudos launches street café design at Central Hall Westminster
Caterer Kudos, in conjunction with Central Hall Westminster, has seen an opportunity to capitalise on the historic venue’s great positioning by opening a public retail catering outlet, in the form of a ‘street café’. Located adjacent to the main entrance and blessed with tremendous views over Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Kudos will operate the … [Read more...]