Many of us have a passion for something that reflects who we are. For 26 baristas in Starbucks Europe, Middle East and Africa Region, coffee is a passion that brought them together for the 2016 EMEA Barista Championship in London this month. “We wanted to celebrate the champions and inspire them to help elevate beverage quality in their stores,” said Annemarie Schipper, … [Read more...]
Artisan bakery PAUL to open new café in Earl’s Court
French artisan bakery and pâtisserie, PAUL is set to open a new site in Earls Court, South West London in December which will take the total number of UK shops to 36. The 1,405 sq ft café is located just opposite Earls Court tube station and will cater perfectly for those on the move wanting a grab-and-go coffee or snack, a fresh loaf of bread for the weekend as well as … [Read more...]
Bea’s of Bloomsbury Halloween Celebration
Following the continuation of their yearly Halloween success, Bea’s of Bloomsbury are delighted to announce the return of their most ghoulish delicacies yet, complete with vegan and gluten free options. Handcrafted creations include an American style baked pumpkin cheesecake, Halloween themed spiced pumpkin macaroons, apple tart, assorted bewitching cupcakes, hauntingly sweet … [Read more...]
Continued Starbucks Growth in China
Starbucks chairman and CEO Howard Schultz met with the Shanghai Party Secretary to express his gratitude for the government’s support of Starbucks innovation and growth in China. Meeting with Mr Han Zheng, Party Secretary of Shanghai, Schultz received full support for Starbucks first international Roastery. Opening in 2017, Starbucks Roastery in Shanghai will bring a … [Read more...]
The Ivy Café opens in St John’s Wood
The Ivy Café, set in the heart of London’s exclusive St John’s Wood in the space previously occupied by Megan’s Café Grill & Bar, offers a local, friendly and neighbourly environment with accessible, all-day dining, for those living, working and shopping in the area. With approximately 120 covers making up the main restaurant, bar, Parisian style street seating and a … [Read more...]
200 Degrees Coffee to open in Leeds
Nottingham coffee roasters 200 Degrees have signed the lease for their fourth coffee shop; the new site is at 31 Bond Street, Leeds. Their new venue will bring many familiar elements and standards from their popular Nottingham and Birmingham outlets whilst adding some new ideas into the blend. Tom Vincent, co-owner of 200 Degrees said; "Our three existing coffee … [Read more...]
Food and drink ‘on the go’ chain Abokado launches campaign to reduce coffee waste
London’s health focused destination for fresh, feel-great food, is launching a new ’Cupcycle’ campaign to help the city’s caffeine-craving consumers curb their coffee cup waste and is challenging all London coffee houses to follow suit. Now all customers who bring their own reusable cup to any of Abokado’s 28 sites across London will receive 25p off their Climpson & Sons … [Read more...]
Allegra World Coffee Portal, Project Café2017 USA Report
Booming US coffee shop market set to continue. Artisan coffee drives growth as espresso-based coffee culture takes hold Estimated at 131,000 outlets the US coffee shop market shows significant growth with the branded coffee shop chain segment increasing by 7.4% in revenue and 3.1% in outlets in 2016. According to the inaugural report from Allegra World Coffee Portal: Project … [Read more...]
Costa Coffee Appoints Kate Seljeflot as New Group HR Director
Costa Coffee, the nation's favourite coffee shop is delighted to announce the appointment of Kate Seljeflot as Group HR Director, replacing HR Director Jo Bennett who will be taking retirement at the end of September. Seljeflot joins Costa after 14 years at Diageo PLC, where she was most recently Global Talent Director, responsible for senior appointments and succession … [Read more...]
LEON launches the LEON X Gizzi burger & new cake range
Following the success of the LEON X Gizzi Chicken Satay Salad, on 12th October Naturally Fast Food chain LEON will unveil an exclusive new 5pm burger, made in collaboration with professional chef, food writer and TV presenter, Gizzi Erskine. Rooted in their shared passion for satisfying nutritious recipes, and keen to create a fun new menu item together, the LEON X Gizzi … [Read more...]
Five Starbucks Store Designs Inspired by History
Every neighborhood has a story, and often that history can be inspiration for Starbucks store designers. Here are a five Starbucks stores that pay tribute to the past with reimagined spaces: a warehouse loading dock transformed with a nod to its maritime roots, an abandoned gas station restored to its heyday, and a new Starbucks home for baseball fans in an old Chicago … [Read more...]
Colorful Aprons Signal Starbucks Support for Rwandan Women’s Cooperative
Two years ago, Anne Schipper came home to Amsterdam from a trip to the Ineza Cooperative in Kigali, Rwanda, with a colorful, quilted apron. She also returned with a promise to herself to share the stories of the women who created her apron and others like it. Aprons are among the signature products of the 25-member women’s sewing cooperative, which is also known for its … [Read more...]
The Social Company bars celebrate International Coffee Week with a range of cocktails
In honour of Coffee Week and International Coffee Day on 1st October, the bars within Jason Atherton’s The Social Company are teaming up with Mr Black to create a range of cocktails featuring the Australian distillery’s coffee liqueur to be available from 26th September until 1st October. Cold-extracted at 23 degrees, Mr Black’s coffee liqueur packs a punch of coffee flavour, … [Read more...]
Come to our London Showroom Open Day 2016
Caffia Coffee Group are delighted to announce an Open Day at our central London showroom in Clerkenwell to be held on Thursday 10th November from 9am – 7pm. Come along and see an expanded showcase of professional coffee systems, meet our sales team and join our professional coffee ‘cupping’ event and barista at work. See how Caffia branding has evolved into a vibrant … [Read more...]
Career prospects brewing at Poco Coffee as part of apprentice scheme
One of the North West’s most popular community coffee shops is helping youngsters boost their career prospects as part of its apprentice scheme. The Kirkby based Poco Coffee outlet, which is soon to transition into a social enterprise, currently has a 12 month apprenticeship initiative in place, whereby young recruits obtain skills and knowledge of the hospitality industry … [Read more...]