How to make the AeroPress work on your coffee shop menu
As one of the most beloved brewers in specialty coffee, the AeroPress can be found in cafés, roasteries, and homes all over the world. Known...
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How cafés can manage rising coffee prices
Coffee prices surged throughout 2025, driven by a perfect storm of supply constraints and geopolitical tensions, and they’re not expected to fall anytime soon. Operational expenses are expected to continue rising throughout 2026 across virtually every category, from labour to packaging, rent, and energy. More cafés are adopting smart technology and flexible menu strategies to gain clearer oversight of all operations and remain resilient and adaptable. New tools can help… read more
Coffee prices surged throughout 2025, driven by a perfect storm of supply constraints and geopolitical tensions, and they’re not expected to fall anytime soon. Operational expenses are expected to continue rising throughout 2026 across virtually every category, from labour to… read more
How espresso machine automation helps baristas to improve workflow
The goal of any coffee business is to retain a loyal consumer base – and attract new customers on a regular basis, too. By consistently...
Barista & staff shortages: How coffee shops can effectively manage them
Busy coffee shops thrive when a team of well-coordinated and intuitive baristas are working behind the bar. With streamlined workflow and excellent communication skills, baristas...
How coffee shops can improve their cold brew
According to the National Coffee Association’s (NCA) fall 2023 National Coffee Data Trends report, consumption of cold brew in the US alone has increased by...
How can coffee shops make cold brew more profitable?
In coffee shops around the world, cold brew is one of the most popular beverages. According to Technavio, by 2027, the value of the global...
How can coffee shops expand into other international markets?
Around the world, there are many examples of coffee shops and roasters that have expanded into international markets. And while many of these businesses are...
Why should the espresso machine be the centrepiece of your coffee shop?
As espresso machine technology and design have evolved over the past decade, more and more coffee shops have focused on the placement of their flagship...
Creating a signature blend for your coffee shop
In today’s competitive specialty coffee market, it’s important for coffee shops to stand out. One of the many ways they can do this is by...
How can coffee shops hire & retain long-term staff?
For many baristas and coffee shop staff, passion and interest are two of the biggest motivators to work in specialty coffee. However, just like many...
How can coffee shops reduce single-use cup waste?
Single-use cups are used by coffee shops all around the world. However, with consumers becoming increasingly conscious of their environmental impact, it’s clear that more...
Designing an autumn menu for your coffee shop
There’s no doubt that seasonality plays an important role in influencing consumer behaviour. As warmer weather sets in, coffee drinkers tend to opt for colder...
Why is staff turnover an issue for coffee shops?
For some years now, high rates of staff turnover have been an issue in the hospitality sector, including coffee shops. For instance, according to research...
Using software and data to improve performance in coffee shops
Technology has never been so prominent in the coffee industry. Over the past few years, the increasing use of data has helped producers, roasters, and...
Career progression for specialty coffee baristas
For many baristas, a passion for high-quality coffee is one of the main reasons they work in the specialty coffee industry. But alongside this enthusiasm,...
Opening & managing multiple coffee shops effectively
For coffee shop owners, the natural next step after launching a single successful coffee shop is to open more and more locations. If done correctly,...
Should coffee shops ban laptops?
Coffee shops are widely considered social hubs in many communities and neighbourhoods around the world. They exist as places for people to connect and interact...