New processing, new normal, new prices! Koji-fermented coffees - the next innovation in speciality..First seen

The cappuccino is iconic in the world of coffee.  Combining espresso, steamed milk, and microfoam;

Coffee After Covid; how the humble bean survived the virus... For those who have been forced

Identifying trends, particularly before they've gained significant momentum can give you an advantage over other coffee shops slower to

Beating Covid Its not what anyone wanted. But, we're going into lockdown once more. It will

Its been a tough time for hospitality. No doubt about that. There has also been

6 Tips that will Change the Way You Brew Coffee at Home Given the current

Like many small businesses, cafes are being hit hard with the Corona Virus pandemic.  The

What we call a coffee bean is actually the seed of the coffee plant, and

Congratulations to brothers Matt and Nick of V or V a recently opened vegetarian organic

COFFEE CENTRAL ARE VERY EXCITED TO BE EXHIBITING AT A RE-ENGERGISED AND RE-INVIGORATED FOOD &

Identifying trends, particularly before they've gained momentum can give you an advantage over other coffee shops slower to react

The Most Popular In The UK The most popular coffee drinks in the UK are

What is latte art? Latte art is a technique that skilled Baristas use to present

Discover how to responsibly dispose of your coffee grounds If you own a coffee shop

Learn about the different kinds of coffee bean species Roasted coffee beans are the seeds

Macchiato Recipe The literal caffé macchiato translation from Italian is “stained coffee” or coffee with

Why you need to be making iced coffee You may notice when we approach the

What is a ristretto shot? A Ristretto shot is still an espresso shot, but it

Discover 4 different ways to grind coffee beans at home We’ve all got a jar

Keep your staff happy to improve your business Have your staff been quitting recently? They

What do you expect from your employees? In recent years, the role of a Barista

Ever dreamt of becoming a barista? Look no further. Whether you have had a little

Learn more about barista qualifications in the UK Whether you are an employer trying to

Coffee shop loyalty cards Building a sound base of loyal customers should be at the

Social media for coffee shops It’s a given that most coffee shop owners will have

What is a barista? A barista is someone who is specially trained in preparing coffee-based

Why it's important to provide a great customer experience The level of competition on the

Discover the average prices involved in opening your own coffee shop This is a common

Who is drinking coffee in the UK? We are a nation of coffee lovers. Around

Become the best team you can possibly be People often compare sales teams to sports

Things to do to ensure your coffee shop is ethical Being an ethical coffee shop

Learn how much your stock will cost you Wholesale coffee is a core part of

Discover how much you should be paying your staff Finding yourself a highly trained barista

Apologies from the start for the outright sales nature of this journal entry. But put

As the old saying goes “turnover is vanity, profit is sanity”. Keeping this difference in

Ethiopia is widely understood to be where coffee originated, although technically it probably first evolved

The history of Rwandan coffee is probably the most interesting of all the African nations… Coffee

This is the start of a series of posts taking an in-depth look at various coffee

Large chains like Starbucks and Costa are major contenders in the current coffee market, since

Any retail coffee shop has a great opportunity to make retail sales when displayed and

As any experienced manager knows, efficient workflow is key to running a successful and productive

Decaffeinated coffee has historically had a bit of a bad rep, especially in the minds

We’re not claiming to be seasoned gardeners by any stretch of the imagination, but working

In today’s competitive retail landscape, gaining an advantage over other coffee shops is an increasingly

There is no one secret to opening a successful coffee business and in today’s competitive

When you work in the industry you assume that everyone understands the differences between brewing methods

For many people, the morning routine involves a dive into a local cafe or coffee

With cold coffee already increasingly popular and with the hottest summer on record since the famed

Congratulations to the cowshed on a successful opening. Serving freshly prepared quality home-cooked food and

As the growing number of coffee outlets increases competition, the ability to stand out not

Dairy-free alternatives to Cows milk are becoming more and more popular. Whether you are vegan,

The use of pound notes and pence is on the decline and with more and more

Whilst struggling to get to sleep recently (a common problem in this business) I stumbled

2018 promises to be another interesting but challenging year for coffee shops all over the

It is generally understood that you get what you pay for – right? If you

Cupping coffees is a vital evaluative process and it shapes our decisions whenever we buy

Following an extensive refurbishment, The Lamb Inn Edgemond (Shropshire) is now open again with a fantastic looking

Very happy to be working with Peter helping him offer quality coffee as part of

Caffe Velo Verde is a cycle-friendly coffee shop in a unique farm location at Screveton

A great addition to Kimberley main Street, Dandelion has very much hit the ground running with