In Pursuit of Sustainable, Allergy-Inclusive Packaging
Some cafes are turning to biodegradable and edible packaging as a way to reduce waste. But many of these items contain major allergens—here’s what you need to know to keep patrons safe.
Latest Stories
Coffee News Club: Week of November 18th
Click to find out what’s got the kids going crazy for Starbucks in Australia. That and more — here’s the news for the week of November 18th.
Specialty Coffee for the Community: The Central American Cafes Serving Farm-to-Cup Coffee
Historically, coffee traveled from producing countries in the Global South to consuming countries in the Global North. But increasingly, coffee producers are opening cafes that prioritize their own communities—and changing the wider coffee industry…
What Makes Packaging Sustainable?
Single-use packaging might seem like an inevitable part of a coffee business, but learning the basics of sustainable design can help owners reduce waste and align packaging needs with their values.
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Industry Reports
Behind the Headlines: Starbucks Cut Back on Discounts, But Were Discounts Ever Worth It?
Following Starbucks’ recent decision to cut back on drink promotions, we asked coffee shops if offering discounts is ever really worth it—and how they find success through thoughtful, targeted promotions.
‘Do What’s Right and Create Beauty’: Insights From the 2024 Austin Coffee Festival
As part of this year’s Austin Coffee Festival, three longtime Austin coffee pros reflected on the changing industry—and shared their advice for keeping the coffee passion alive.
Behind the Headlines: Whole-Bean Coffee Sales Are Up—But Why?
New reports suggest whole-bean coffee sales are on the rise. But what’s fueling that growth? We ask roasters what they think.
Resource Library
The Coffee Shop To Micro-Roaster Starter Guide
A guide to expanding from coffee shop to micro-roaster, plus a roasting profitability calculator.
Opening and Closing Checklists
An editable template for opening and closing checklists designed for coffee shops.
