Alex Rayner discusses Starbucks’ enduring influence in the UK coffee shop market “A relentless appetite for innovation” – Alex Rayner on 25 years of Starbucks in the UK 26 September 2023
Can specialty independents reap the benefits of scale while staying truly local? FairWave Coffee Collective: A new economy of scale for specialty independents22 September 2023
In this episode we explore the synergies between the worlds of coffee and sports The powerful connection between coffee and sport22 September 2023
Lavazza’s Head of Training David Cutler on how to take your café to the next level Lavazza’s David Cutler: Five tips for café success15 September 2023
All you need to know about this year’s re-branded European Coffee Symposium in Barcelona What’s happening at the European Coffee Symposium 202315 September 2023
Peter Giuliano explains the importance of research for the specialty coffee movement Q&A with specialty coffee guru, Peter Giuliano25 August 2023
CEO Jay Kim discusses Reborn Coffee’s first international venture – South Korea “Coffee has the power to rejuvenate and uplift one’s spirits” – Reborn Coffee CEO, Jay Kim18 August 2023
We explore how UK operators are finding solutions to the hospitality staffing crisis The UK's hospitality staffing crisis18 August 2023
Cofix Global COO Shaun Lewis discusses the benefits of a fixed-price coffee model “We are unwavering in our pursuit of cost stability” – Cofix Global COO, Shaun Lewis11 August 2023
Rosslyn's Co-founder on developing and delivering your true value proposition Understanding your purpose – A conversation with Rosslyn's James Hennebry11 August 2023
Barista Sri Lanka CEO Dilupa Pathirana on making café culture accessible to all “Our mission is to democratise the café experience” – Barista Sri Lanka CEO, Dilupa Pathirana4 August 2023
Peter Giuliano on how the coffee industry can use science to adapt to change The pursuit of knowledge – a conversation with Peter Giuliano4 August 2023
How leading coffee and hospitality businesses foster positive workplace culture Nurturing hospitality's greatest asset28 July 2023
What does the home barista revolution mean for the business of coffee? The rising market for premium and specialty coffee at home21 July 2023
Boram Um on educating Brazilian consumers about the joys of home-grown specialty coffee A conversation with Boram Um, World Barista Champion 202321 July 2023
The founder of Kaffeine on why delivering true hospitality is the driving force behind his business A conversation with Peter Dore-Smith, The Coffee King of Fitzrovia14 July 2023
How UK coffee chains can generate new business from complementary menus Unlock the potential of tea, iced beverages and food in coffee shops11 July 2023
Examining the German, French, Scandinavian, Italian and Irish branded coffee shop markets Major European coffee shop markets in focus7 July 2023
We travel to origin to explore what's happening in India’s dynamic coffee farm sector Indian coffee at origin: Meeting the rapid pace of demand7 July 2023
Grind CEO David Abrahamovitch discusses the boutique brand’s ongoing evolution “Grind has always been about evolution” — Grind CEO David Abrahamovitch30 June 2023
How leading cafe operators are embracing an exciting new era of Indian specialty coffee The rapid rise of specialty coffee in India30 June 2023
Helen Russell shares her thoughts on ‘conscious capitalism’ and sparking positive change in coffee “Economic sustainability leads to environmental sustainability” — Equator Coffees Co-founder Helen Russell23 June 2023
Tata Starbucks' Deepa Krishnan on the exciting growth potential for coffee businesses in India Unlocking India's massive growth potential – A conversation with Tata Starbucks23 June 2023
Vincenzo Catrambone explains how Starbucks is standing out in Italy’s engaged marketplace “Italian coffee culture continues to inspire us” — Starbucks Italy GM Vincenzo Catrambone16 June 2023
Stephen Fern discusses growth plans and 200 Degrees' positive work culture “I’m deeply passionate about culture” — 200 Degrees Managing Director, Stephen Fern9 June 2023
We explore the retail trends that are shaping the future of the coffee at-home market The coffee at home revolution – Part 29 June 2023
How Caribou Coffee is catering to growing demand for convenience and flexibility “People crave convenience now more than ever” – Caribou Coffee’s Matthew Walls2 June 2023
International operators are seeking to tap into Italy’s world-renowned coffee culture International brands eye opportunity in Italy’s world-renowned coffee culture1 June 2023
German coffee shops are making dairy alternatives more accessible amid rising consumer demand Demand for plant-based dairy alternatives continues to bloom across Germany26 May 2023
Westrock CEO Scott Ford explains why the US RTD market is primed for extraordinary growth “We will be ready to take advantage of the market shift” – Westrock Coffee CEO, Scott Ford26 May 2023
We explore the rise of the home barista and the growing demand for high-end coffee machines The coffee at-home revolution – Part 125 May 2023
How do successful neighbourhood cafes develop a loyal local following? The Little Local: How to develop a loyal neighbourhood following 12 May 2023
Coffee shops must play to their strengths in a challenging market, says Kamal Bengougam Opinion / Embracing new market realities is essential1 May 2023
Geranium co-founder Søren Ledet discusses the importance of coffee in fine dining Interview / On top of the world: Geranium’s Søren Ledet28 April 2023
How digital loyalty apps are revolutionising the way operators engage with their customers Digital loyalty apps: Game-changing benefits28 April 2023
London is a melting pot of specialty independents consistently raising the bar for quality London: Where the world enjoys coffee20 April 2023
George Howell discusses his pioneering role in the third-wave coffee movement Interview / The remarkable coffee career of George Howell14 April 2023
Why digital visibility at the local level matters more than ever for coffee chains – Mike Fantis Opinion / Digital doesn’t have to be a grind for coffee chains14 April 2023
Regular LCF visitors and exhibitors share business advice on how to get the most out of trade shows Celebrating The London Coffee Festival14 April 2023
Pietro Mazzà, General Manager, UK & Regional Director for UK & Nordics markets at Lavazza Opinion / European coffee markets face fresh challenges following the pandemic6 April 2023
We explore the policies and processes that create consistent customer service in restaurants How restaurants deliver exceptional customer experience6 April 2023
Bart Buyse discusses his mission to raise the bar for coffee quality in Belgium “Life is too short to drink bad coffee” — IzyCoffee CEO, Bart Buyse5 April 2023
Soaring energy costs present a major challenge for coffee shops post-pandemic Down to the wire: Hospitality’s energy crisis31 March 2023
Jamie Robertson explains how Javabot is enabling Roasting Plant to build better human connections Roasting Plant: An elevated coffee experience27 March 2023
Sushant Dash explains how younger consumers are leading a new wave of café culture in India Interview / Tata Starbucks CEO, Sushant Dash24 March 2023
We explore the critical role Head of Coffee plays in delivering the perfect coffee experience The critical Head of Coffee role24 March 2023
Exclusive World Coffee Portal data examines the key dynamics shaping the UK coffee chain market 5 factors shaping UK coffee chains in 2023 17 March 2023
Steve Grocutt explains how Cornish Bakery redefining the bakery-café experience “Bakery is the new coffee shop” — Cornish Bakery founder, Steve Grocutt10 March 2023
We explore the role media plays in developing the specialty coffee industry The business of coffee media10 March 2023
“Sustainability starts with intentionality” — Balzac’s Coffee Roasters CEO, Christine Cruz-Clarke3 March 2023
Geranium's Søren Ledet shares the secrets to delivering a 3 Michelin-starred experience Journey to become the world's best: A conversation with Geranium's Søren Ledet3 March 2023
“There are parallels between producing extra virgin olive oil and the specialty coffee business” Pressing issues: Tony Papas discusses hospitality, specialty coffee and olive oil2 March 2023
“What we love about B Corp certification is that it cuts through the noise” – Fleur Studd “As ethically, responsibly and sustainably as possible” — Market Lane co-founder, Fleur Studd24 February 2023
We explore how world-class restauranteurs are elevating their coffee standards Coffee in fine dining24 February 2023
Yoshua Tanu discusses Jago's mission to improve the accessibility of high-quality coffee Q&A / Wheels of fortune – Jago CEO & Co-founder, Yoshua Tanu 10 February 2023
East Crema Coffee CEO Alberto Velarde shares his thoughts on Spain's specialty coffee scene “It’s all about specialty coffee” – East Crema Coffee's Alberto Velarde10 February 2023
Exploring new opportunities for specialty coffee in the booming Vietnamese coffee market Unlocking Vietnam's true potential10 February 2023
Tourism is set to boost boutique cafés in Qatar following the 2022 FIFA World Cup Premium cafés set to benefit from Qatar's tourism boost3 February 2023
Technology can help hospitality deliver more of what customers want, says JP Then Opinion / Don’t let your customers be strangers3 February 2023
Kamal Bengougam challenges coffee professionals to live in the present Opinion / How to call the shots in your coffee career27 January 2023
Tony Papas shares his remarkable career in hospitality and the early days of Allpress Espresso A life of adventure – In conversation with Tony Papas27 January 2023
Analysing the melting pot of international coffee culture in Kuwait's coffee shop market Exploring Kuwait's melting pot of international coffee culture20 January 2023
The Miners CEO Egor Kolpakov discusses Prague, Barcelona and bold ambitions for Europe “We are here to have a lot of fun building this business” – The Miners CEO, Egor Kolpakov20 January 2023
Exploring why the UAE is the gateway to the Middle East for international coffee brands The UAE: A gateway to the Middle East for international hospitality brands19 January 2023
How can operators gain a deeper understanding of their consumers? Understanding consumer behaviour13 January 2023
Gerry Ford discusses why Caffè Nero will always maintain its independent coffee house ethos Q&A: Caffè Nero CEO and Founder, Gerry Ford 12 January 2023
Missy McKinley discusses drive-thru success and the road ahead for Scooter's Coffee Speed of service: the driving force behind Scooter’s Coffee10 January 2023
The latest consumer trends and market dynamics shaping coffee shop markets globally Global coffee shop trends to watch in 20236 January 2023
Coffee and café culture are booming in Saudi Arabia's fast-growing economy Inside Saudi Arabia’s coffee shop boom6 January 2023
Coffee legend George Howell on his early career and passion for coffee discovery The quest for quality: A conversation with George Howell6 January 2023
Tims China CEO Yongchen Lu discusses store expansion plans and retail partnerships Tims China: coffee, convenience and e-commerce4 January 2023
We explore the history and connection between coffee and alcohol Coffee and alcohol: Two worlds combine16 December 2022
We explore the remarkable growth of coffee shops in Saudi Arabia The Saudi coffee shop boom9 December 2022
Shapland discusses the magnetism of the coffee industry and the enduring appeal of specialty coffee Q&A: Coffi Lab CEO, James Shapland7 December 2022
Jonathan Morris explores the history of Miami’s distinct coffee heritage and culture A brief history of Miami’s original vice5 December 2022
Bluestone Lane's CEO on why human connection and community are central to the business Executing a clear value proposition – A conversation with Nick Stone2 December 2022
Glenn Edwards and Mariam French discuss LEON’s focus on neighbourhood locations LEON: The fast and the luxurious28 November 2022
We explore the business case for drive-thru coffee and its growing popularity in new markets The road ahead for drive-thru coffee25 November 2022
The Barn's Ralf Rüller discusses international expansion and his obsession with quality The never-ending quest for quality18 November 2022
Isabelle Mani explains why premium coffee and café culture is reaching the masses in Indonesia Indonesia: Where Joe meets Java17 November 2022
The new technologies changing the face of coffee shop interactions around the world How technology is changing the business of coffee10 November 2022
We examine the impact of soaring energy prices and how cafe operators are managing costs The energy crisis4 November 2022
Kyle Glanville discusses the founding principles of LA-based Go Get Em Tiger Q&A: How Go Get Em Tiger earned its stripes1 November 2022
Minor Figures CEO Stuart Forsyth discusses soaring oatmilk demand and the drive to carbon neutrality Q&A: Minor Figures CEO, Stuart Forsyth28 October 2022
Roland Horne shares how his risk-on mindset has helped to rapidly propel WatchHouse Roland Horne – The vision and drive behind WatchHouse28 October 2022
We investigate the new trading realities for New York's world-renowned coffee community Navigating New York’s new normal25 October 2022
Nick Stone,CEO of Bluestone Lane, shares his thoughts on fostering community through coffee Q&A: Bluestone Lane CEO, Nick Stone21 October 2022
Koppi Coffee Roaster's Co-Founder on the importance of finding a work-life balance A quiet achiever – In conversation with Anne Lunell21 October 2022
Jamie Brown discusses the appeal of Coffee Planet in the Middle East and the brand's UK expansion Spotlight: Coffee Planet sees a world of opportunity 19 October 2022
Can supplements help cafés stand out from the crowd in the competitive coffee shop market? Can coffee supplements bring business benefits for operators?3 October 2022
Anssi Thureson discusses driving Espresso House to be a best-in-class employer Q&A: Espresso House CEO, Anssi Thureson3 October 2022
Exploring the past, present and future of Melbourne's influential specialty coffee scene Spotlight on Melbourne's specialty coffee scene23 September 2022
Mariana Proença explores how farmers and cafés are tackling rising farming costs in Brazil The growing cost of coffee in Brazil21 September 2022
2009 World Barista Champion Gwilym Davies shares a powerful story of personal growth A reluctant World Barista Champion - A conversation with Gwilym Davies16 September 2022
Will Corby discusses Pact Coffee’s mission to promote fairer specialty coffee in the UK Q&A: Ten years of Pact Coffee15 September 2022
Rebecca Hodgson discusses the completion of Project Waterfall's Jabi Tehnan initiative Project Waterfall: Making a clear difference14 September 2022
We explore how coffee competitions develop the coffee community and elevate coffee standards The serious business of coffee competitions9 September 2022
Matthew Algie's Eduarda Cristovam outlines the importance of ensuring coffee has a bright future Growing pains: tackling coffee’s youth exodus2 September 2022
Coffee Lab founder Isabela Raposeiras shares her extraordinary coffee career Magic Realism with Isabela Raposeiras of Coffee Lab São Paulo2 September 2022
Johanna Lellouche discusses how coffee is weaving together Café Kitsuné's creative elements Coffee gets creative at Café Kitsuné1 September 2022
How can coffee shops become welcome spaces for customers with a disability? Opinion / Access all areas for customers with a disability31 August 2022
Well Grounded explores how hospitality operators become more aware of barriers to inclusion Q&A / Facilitating the diversity conversation29 August 2022
We explore the business benefits of investing in staff training and development The importance of training and people development19 August 2022
Eric J. Grimm explains why HR is key to effective anti-discrimination policies in coffee shops Opinion / Humans are coffee’s greatest resource10 August 2022
Why coffee businesses must give marginalised staff a seat at the leadership table Opinion / Diversity and inclusion must go hand-in-hand10 August 2022
We explore the fundamentals of building a brand and translating it into consumer experience How to build a coffee brand5 August 2022
New World Coffee Portal data on the iced, tea and food categories in UK coffee shops Iced beverage, tea and food sales trends in UK coffee shops2 August 2022
We investigate the design and build out process when rolling out multiple hospitality venues Successful design and build of coffee shops22 July 2022
New business models are gaining traction among Greece's operators, reports Vasileia Fanarioti Greek coffee in the post-Covid era20 July 2022
How is the global supply chain crisis impacting coffee shop operators around the world? The supply chain crisis in coffee8 July 2022
One in four German consumers expect to change their coffee consumption behaviour Coffee shop markets in focus: Germany5 July 2022
WatchHouse's Roland Horne discusses what the future may hold for the specialty coffee industry The WatchHouse view on London’s specialty coffee shop market30 June 2022
We explore the market for home coffee roasting and its potential to resonate with prosumers Home coffee roasting: A slow burn market24 June 2022
73% of Benelux coffee industry leaders are positive about the current trading environment Coffee shop markets in focus: Benelux23 June 2022
Pret's Guy Meakin outlines how the coffee chain transformed its business during the pandemic Opinion: How we brought Pret to more people22 June 2022
We examine the market for coffee grinders and their essential role in the coffee making process Elevating the daily grind17 June 2022
Technology is enabling coffee shops to launch new sales channels, reports Fiona Keating Apps, e-commerce and delivery: UK coffee shops get digital15 June 2022
The latest data and analysis on Europe's fourth-largest branded café market Coffee shop markets in focus: France9 June 2022
Phyllis Johnson explains why diversity is the coffee industry’s greatest untapped resource Q&A: Phyllis Johnson on building a more equitable coffee industry31 May 2022
We explore the impact of soaring inflation on the hospitality operators globally Navigating the realities of soaring inflation27 May 2022
Europe's branded café market is forecast to exceed 40,890 outlets over the next 12 months 5 dynamics shaping Europe’s branded café market24 May 2022
Flash Coffee's Sebastian Hannecker explains how his brand is digitising premium coffee in Asia Cafés at the speed of light: Singapore's Flash Coffee 19 May 2022
We explore the driving trends behind the growing demand for decaffeinated specialty coffee The growing business case for decaffeinated coffee13 May 2022
Blue Bottle CEO Karl Strovink discusses the art of scaling boutique café experiences Celebrating 20 years of Blue Bottle Coffee11 May 2022
Café Grumpy's Caroline Bell discusses the shift to suburban trade and the growing demand for talent Spotlight: Café Grumpy4 May 2022
Chi Sum Ngai and Kaleena Teoh on how Covid has strengthened NYC's coffee community Spotlight: Coffee Project New York3 May 2022
Why is it important to have a diverse workforce and what does it mean to be truly inclusive? Diversity and inclusion in the coffee industry30 April 2022
Coffee journalist and author Ever Meister discusses what coffee means to New Yorkers Spotlight: The past, present and future of New York's coffee scene13 April 2022
Are coffee capsules a threat or a complement to coffee shops and home espresso machines? The future of coffee capsules12 April 2022
We explore what's happening to rents and site availability across London, New York and LA Location, Location, Location25 March 2022
Kris Schackman shares the key decisions that have shaped Five Elephant's success A human approach to scaling a coffee business – a conversation with Kris Schackman12 March 2022
Many operators are stuck in the past when it comes to a high-quality tea offer, says Kai Ellerbrock Opinion: Time to unlock tea’s true potential9 March 2022
What's next for specialty coffee across London, Birmingham, Edinburgh and beyond? The burgeoning UK specialty coffee market25 February 2022
Henry McGovern shares four key questions to ask before investing in a hospitality business 4 key questions before acquiring a hospitality brand24 February 2022
How biophilic design is producing stand-out hospitality venues around the world The business benefits of biophilia 17 February 2022
We unpack what biophilia is and how these design principles can be applied to hospitality spaces What is biophilic design?16 February 2022
Five key factors shaping Europe’s largest coffee shop market over the next 12 months What’s in store for UK coffee shops in 202214 February 2022
Exploring the human-centric design philosophy that's revolutionising hospitality spaces Biophilia: Living-conscious design in hospitality spaces11 February 2022
The importance of investing in managers today to ensure effective leadership tomorrow Opinion: Christopher Muller on scaling the leadership ladder10 February 2022
We explore NYC's love affair with coffee and what the future holds for the specialty coffee scene New York City’s specialty coffee scene: The past, present and future28 January 2022
Co-founder Robert Robinson on blurring the boundaries between cafe, wine bar & bistro Q&A: Notes Coffee Roasters on balancing the day to night hospitality trade17 January 2022
What kind of water makes for an excellent espresso and for well-running machines? The importance of water in coffee operations14 January 2022
Morten Scholer on what the coffee and wine industries can learn from each other Coffee vs. wine – The cherry and the grape compared11 January 2022
Q&A with Colleen Popkin, Coffee Sector Lead, Market Transformation at Rainforest Alliance How Rainforest Alliance is empowering climate-resilient coffee farming7 January 2022
Klaus Thomsen on his early career inspiration and the vision and culture behind Coffee Collective Building a long-term values-based business – a conversation with Klaus Thomsen7 January 2022
With hospitality staff leaving the industry in droves, operators must act now to retain talent Understanding the hospitality skills crisis6 January 2022
As the pandemic shifts consumer attitudes, new technology is reshaping the business of coffee 5 dynamics reshaping the global coffee shop market5 January 2022
La Marzocco’s Paul Kelly reminisces on the early days of UK coffee culture Celebrating ten years of the True Artisan Café14 December 2021
What can hospitality businesses do to make operations more sustainable? Hospitality's race to zero – Part 310 December 2021
What will it take for coffee's epic global supply chain to reach net zero carbon emissions? Hospitality's race to zero – Part 17 December 2021
The founders of the fast-growing coffee chain 5 To Go discuss their novel business concept Q&A: 5 To Go co-founder Radu Savopol on Romania's burgeoning coffee market3 November 2021
Could an automated coffee machines completely replace the barista? The new generation of automated coffee concepts – Pt. 311 October 2021
The future of data driven coffee and how this can improve operational efficiency The new generation of automated coffee concepts – Pt. 26 October 2021
How automated coffee concepts could help delivery quality hospitality at scale The new generation of automated coffee concepts – Pt. 130 September 2021
How Fairtrade's work continues to be at the forefront of efforts to support coffee farmers Q&A: Xiomara J. Paredes on Fairtrade's pioneering work with coffee farmers16 September 2021
Alpro's Global Head of Coffee discusses the plant-based brand's 2025 sustainability pledge Interview: Eric Derie on Alpro's ambitious sustainability goals7 September 2021
Tye Heckler on the fundamentals of building successful coffee shop brands The art of the trademark: Secrets behind successful coffee shop branding25 August 2021
We examine three radical new approaches for improving coffee farmer income Lifting Coffee Farmer Income – Pt. 219 August 2021
Sustainability experts explore ways to build more equitable coffee supply chains Lifting Coffee Farmer Income – Pt. 118 August 2021
Toby's Estate's Nich Rae on Sydney's shift in coffee consumption and why quality is still king Spotlight on the Sydney coffee scene: Toby's Estate6 August 2021
Mecca Coffee's Melinda Evans on consumers growing demand for ethical business practices Spotlight on the Sydney coffee scene: Mecca Coffee Roasters5 August 2021
Seven Miles Coffee Roasters CEO, Jenny Willits, on Sydney's evolving coffee landscape Spotlight on the Sydney coffee scene: Seven Miles Coffee Roasters4 August 2021
We explore Starbucks' use of technology in developing The Third Place concept Starbucks at 50 Pt.3: New ways of working28 July 2021
How Starbucks helped to popularise premium espresso-based beverages globally Starbucks at 50 Pt.2: Not your average cup of Joe26 July 2021
The first of three articles exploring Starbucks' profound contribution to the business of coffee Starbucks at 50 Pt.1: The Rise of a coffee giant21 July 2021
How Brazil's domestic coffee market is undergoing rapid transformation The changing face of Brazil's domestic coffee market29 June 2021
How access to clean water and sanitation is a key piece in the sustainability puzzle A cup above the rest: Creating equitable coffee supply chains – Pt. 324 June 2021
Carlos Ortiz, Co-founder, Volcafe Way on fostering entrepreneurial thinking at origin A cup above the rest: Creating equitable coffee supply chains – Pt. 223 June 2021
Fairtrade Foundation's Catherine David on the importance of fostering supply chain resilience A cup above the rest: Creating equitable coffee supply chains – Pt. 115 June 2021
Tim Wendelboe shares insights on his never-ending quest to raise quality in the cup Building an icon – An interview with Tim Wendelboe 8 June 2021
Eiichi Kunitomo discusses the ethos behind his celebrated coffee business Spotlight on Japan's boutique coffee chain OMOTESANDO KOFFEE2 June 2021
Portland Design's Ibrahim Ibrahim on why now is the time to radically rethink retail Opinion: Ibrahim Ibrahim on the future of retail design13 May 2021
Laila Ghambari shares insights from leading Stumptown's café teams through Covid-19 Opinion: Laila Ghambari on adapting and leading through change12 May 2021
Scandinavian consumers show a preference for higher quality, hand-made food and beverages Coffee shop markets in focus: Scandinavia29 April 2021
The global implications of the US' recommitment to international cooperation on climate and trade Analysis: An opportunity for positive change in a post-Covid world – Pt.427 April 2021
German consumers are showing an increased desire for delivery and drive thru formats Coffee shop markets in focus: Germany 22 April 2021
Grounds for optimism: Quality of life, human values and new business models Analysis: An opportunity for positive change in a post-Covid world – Pt. 320 April 2021
French consumers are coveting coffee quality and healthy options and key purchase drivers Coffee shop markets in focus: France16 April 2021
Grounds for optimism: The rise of new technology and action on climate crisis Analysis: An opportunity for positive change in a post-Covid world – Pt. 213 April 2021
Why recent events around the world should inspire progressive coffee businesses Analysis: An opportunity for positive change in a post-Covid world – Pt.17 April 2021
Guido Bernardinelli on he enduring importance of heritage and humanity in business A blueprint for a better business: Q&A with Guido Bernardinelli, CEO, La Marzocco International 31 March 2021
Tim Wookey on Amamus' framework for growth and recovery post pandemic Meet the B Corps: Tim Wookey, Amamus18 February 2021
Alpro's Global Head of Coffee on the company's ambitious sustainability and social goals Meet the B Corps: Eric Derie, Alpro11 February 2021
James Gurr on Ozone and Hasbean Coffee's aspirations for B Corp certification Meet the B Corps: James Gurr, Ozone Coffee Roasters & Hasbean Coffee3 February 2021
Origin Coffee’s Andy Phillips on the impact of B Corp on the UK specialty coffee industry Meet the B Corps: Andy Phillips, Origin Coffee26 January 2021
Klaus Thomsen on the B Corp mindset and investing in social initiatives closer to home Meet the B Corps: Klaus Thomsen, Coffee Collective20 January 2021
A series of interviews with coffee leaders outlining their vision for building a better world Meet the B Corps: Alejandro Cadena, Caravela Coffee11 January 2021
Bluestone Lane’s Digital Director shares how the chain has adapted and transformed its stores Opinion: Bluestone Lane's Liam Farrow on utilising technology to help beat Covid-1915 December 2020
Ralf Rüller discusses his approach to building his influential specialty coffee business Spotlight on Berlin-based specialty coffee business, The Barn10 December 2020
The gastronomic icon on paying homage to the vast diversity of coffee across his fine dining empire How Alain Ducasse is elevating coffee to new heights in the fine dining world7 December 2020
How the legendary brand continues to be at the forefront of US specialty coffee In a Class of Their Own: Celebrating 25 years of Intelligentsia Coffee 1 December 2020
How operators can capture growing consumer desire to emulate the café experience at home New at-home coffee rituals present new business opportunities25 November 2020
Why sustainability, reducing business costs, and greater customisation are growing in importance Opinion: The future of espresso, James Hoffmann11 September 2020
"Design, performance, and reliability" will continue to shape espresso machine development Opinion: Scott Guglielmino Global Product Manager, La Marzocco 2 September 2020
The trends, technology and market dynamics shaping the future of espresso machines Opinion: The future of espresso, Kamal Bengougam14 August 2020
Specialty coffee is big business in Brazil, but Covid-19 is the industry's biggest challenge yet How coronavirus is impacting Brazil's burgeoning specialty coffee industry4 August 2020
How the global coffee events industry can adapt and survive in a socially distanced world Watch this space: coffee events in a coronavirus world28 July 2020
How Covid-19 is profoundly changing UK coffee shops and what the future could look like Finding the way forward: Covid-19 and the UK coffee industry 17 July 2020
World Coffee Portal and Alpro teamed up to assess the impact of coronavirus on UK coffee shops UK coffee shops: The Coronavirus Impact Study 1 June 2020
Key findings from Allegra's survey of 4,000 UK consumers on life during coronavirus lockdown UK consumers miss cafés and bars most after family and friends during lockdown15 May 2020
The Future of Coffee UK 2020: The outlook for UK coffee shops after coronavirus remains bright UK coffee shops: Higher quality, smarter technology and human hospitality beckon a bright future after coronavirus9 April 2020
Coronavirus and the coffee industry: A message from Allegra Group Founder & CEO Jeffrey Young24 March 2020
Counter Culture Coffee's Brett Smith on building a more sustainable future for the coffee industry Counter Culture Coffee: A frank discussion on sustainability 18 March 2020
Cimbali Group President Maurizio Cimbali discusses his iconic firm's century of innovation Q&A: La Cimbali's tradition of innovation9 March 2020
Coffee at the People’s Parliament: Diana Olsen talks democratising the boutique café experience Interview: Diana Olsen, Founder of Balzac's Coffee Roasters20 February 2020
What's influencing the £10.5bn UK coffee shop market in the start of the new decade? 5 UK coffee shop market dynamics to watch in 202012 February 2020
Getting acquainted with the diverse coffee shop scene in the city that never stops Sleepless in São Paulo: Brazil’s caffeine capital6 February 2020
Key findings from our first-ever consumer studies in France, Germany, Ireland and the Netherlands Consumer trends across major European coffee shop markets7 January 2020
Our independent consumer panel reveals 2019's favourite festive menus in UK coffee shops The UK coffee shop festive favourites 201910 December 2019
Barista training and skills are vital to coffee quality, whatever the commercial context Tim Sturk: Championing training, skills and careers in coffee 18 November 2019
We examine Coca-Cola's landmark acquisition of Europe's largest coffee chain, Costa Coffee How Coca-Cola and Costa Coffee are forging ahead with global expansion6 November 2019
We speak to Gash, an Ethiopian coffee farmer, about the challenges of accessing clean water Project Waterfall: Empowering coffee growing communities with clean water4 November 2019
The phenomenal rise of China's Luckin Coffee, which has opened nearly 3,000 sites since 2017 Analysis: How Luckin Coffee is racing ahead in China29 October 2019
The billion-dollar link connecting coffee producers, coffee shops and consumers Brazil's billion-dollar specialty coffee industry22 October 2019
The remarkable story behind one of South Africa's most successful coffee chains Interview: Seattle Coffee Company Director and Co-founder, Peter Howie16 October 2019
Coffee historian, Jonathan Morris, shares an extract from his latest book, Coffee. A Global History Opinion: Five Waves or Five Eras? A Short History of the Coffee Shop2 September 2019
How can operators finesse their iced menu and extract best value from this £395m segment? Key dynamics shaping the UK iced beverage market31 July 2019
A look inside Milan's Cathedral of Coffee and Starbucks' long-awaited Italian debut Interview: Martin Brok, President of Starbucks EMEA1 July 2019
Nicholas Stone, CEO of Bluestone Lane, shares the secret to success in his fast-growing business Interview: The rise of Bluestone Lane25 June 2019
Tea should be a lucrative revenue stream for coffee shops, says Suki Tea Co-Founder, Oscar Woolley Opinion: The art of serving tea in coffee shops17 June 2019
How Roasting Plant's hi-tech café concept is standing out from the crowd Interview: Jamie Robertson, Roasting Plant UK CEO12 June 2019
What are consumer attitudes to plant-based milk alternatives in UK coffee shops today? Consumer survey: The plant-based poll28 May 2019
Our guide to the new 5th Wave era of scaled boutique and customer-centric café concepts Explainer: What is the 5th Wave of coffee?21 May 2019
Supersonic Inc. CEO Mark McCulloch shares his essential hospitality brand marketing tips How to take your hospitality marketing to new heights13 May 2019
Seven Miles CEO, Jenny Willits – Seven insights into promoting business growth and wellbeing 7 insights into driving growth through building a thriving business culture 30 April 2019
Why many of the UK's 7,000+ independent cafés are trading on excellence to stay competitive Ahead of the game: London’s independent innovators 24 April 2019
What's influencing the UK coffee shop market in 2019 – Analysis from Project Café UK 2019 UK coffee shops – 5 market dynamics to watch in 20194 March 2019
Coffee goes back to its roots in Milan - Highlights from the European Coffee Symposium, 2018 A caffè renaissance: Is Italy on the cusp of a coffee revolution?7 December 2018
How is the European branded coffee shop market shaping up for 2019? Q&A with Costa Europe Managing Director, Andrzej Jackiewicz28 November 2018
How La Marzocco is preserving and innovating Italy's proud coffee heritage Interview: La Marzocco Marketing Director, Chris Salierno 26 November 2018
Wayne’s Coffee CEO, Mats Hörnell, has all you need to know about Nordic coffee shop culture How Wayne’s Coffee is exporting Swedish fika to the masses20 November 2018
The trends that shaped the US coffee shop market in 2018 – and what to watch in 2019 State of a coffee nation: 5 key themes shaping the US coffee shop market2 November 2018
California's coffee growing industry is scaling up to take on the world's most exclusive varieties How Frinj is planting the seeds for California's coffee growing industry30 October 2018
Coffee Manufactory COO, Christopher Jordan, explains an innovative approach to Direct Trade Direct Trade 2.0: How technology is rebooting coffee supply chains29 October 2018
Kew Gardens' Dr Aaron Davis explains why the coffee industry must act to improve farmer income Climate change and low farmer profitability threaten specialty coffee's future28 September 2018
How does Costa Coffee balance localisation with brand aspiration across the Middle East? Costa Coffee – 3 key Middle East market dynamics 18 September 2018
BEAN BROTHERS' Seo Young Youn explains the culture behind South Korea's coffee shop boom How the coffee shop became king in South Korea 17 September 2018
Key trends, opportunities and challenges in the UAE's vibrant branded coffee shop market UAE – Coffee culture, trends and market dynamics 14 September 2018
The world’s largest coffee shop chain has carefully curated its debut in the birthplace of espresso Starbucks banks on Italian premiumisation with landmark Reserve Roastery in Milan 7 September 2018
Orbis CEO, Justin Clarke, explains why adapting to local tastes has been crucial to success How Orbis is revitalising the Middle East's long lost taste for specialty coffee20 August 2018
In the last five years Dubai has grown into a regional hub for specialty coffee innovation Interview: Jamie Elfman, Encounter Coffee Roasters, Dubai14 August 2018
How Coffee Planet provides a complete 360-degree coffee service across the Middle East Middle East: Q&A with Coffee Planet MD, Robert Jones6 August 2018
As Allegra marks 20 years of coffee shop research, we examine key 5 trends shaping the UK industry The changing face of British coffee culture: 5 key themes26 July 2018
From Melbourne to Mumbai: How Slayer is enhancing its presence in key APAC markets Interview: How Ross Quail is testing Slayer's mettle in Asia Pacific2 July 2018
Do younger consumers hold the key to year-round iced beverage consumption in the UK? Analysis: Is the UK finally warming to iced beverages?26 June 2018
Operators are increasingly turning to herbal and functional varieties to boost tea sales Analysis: Can tea out-of-home turn over a new leaf?18 June 2018
Why coffee shops must foster training and skills across the entire coffee supply chain Klatch turns 25: Heather Perry on the future of careers in coffee4 June 2018
Growth in European branded coffee shop market set to continueData cannot be reproduced without permission, 18 December 2017
Further Growth Predicted for $44 billion US Coffee Shop MarketData cannot be reproduced without permission, 7 November 2017
Tea out-of-home underperforms as Brits’ love of coffee takes overData cannot be reproduced without permission, 5 April 2017
Starbucks to open Reserve Roastery in Milan – could this be a catalyst for a new wave of coffee culture in Italy? 8 March 2017
Yet More Growth in UK Coffee Shop Market as Coffee Shops Become the New LocalData cannot be reproduced without permission, 16 December 2016
European Coffee Shop Market Poised for Cautious GrowthData cannot be reproduced without permission, 5 December 2016
Boom in US coffee shop market set to continue Data cannot be reproduced without permission., 24 October 2016
Big brands need to up their game as independent coffee shops achieve highest total excellence scores from UK coffee shop visitorsData cannot be reproduced without permission., 31 March 2016
Strong opportunity to develop the UK’s tea out-of-home market for those who brew it betterData is not to be reproduced without permission, 17 March 2016
Booming UK coffee shop market outperforms UK retail sectorData cannot be reproduced without permission, 14 December 2015
Thriving European coffee shop market shows strong growth in 2015Data cannot be reproduced without permission, 7 December 2015
Booming South East Asian coffee shop market shows accelerated growth in 2015Data cannot be reproduced without permission, 10 November 2015