Starbucks Baristas Practice Rallying in 60 Cities Ahead of Potential Strike
On Nov. 1, about two dozen people marched in front of a Starbucks location on State Street in Madison, Wis. They chanted union calls while holding signs that read “NO CONTRACT! NO COFFEE!” This…
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Comfy Chairs Aren’t Encouraging Customers to Linger at Starbucks
Customers have yet to be convinced to spend time at Starbucks. Data showed that more than 40% of visits in 2023 lasted longer than 10 minutes; today, that’s 33%.
Five Innovations From HostMilano That Show Where Coffee Is Heading
The biennial trade show has traditionally showcased new coffee product launches. This year’s event demonstrated how smart design, connectivity, and precision are redefining what it means to serve coffee in 2025.
Senators Join House Reps to Exempt Coffee from Trump’s Tariffs
Last week, Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nevada) and Rand Paul (R-Kentucky) introduced the “No Coffee Tax Act,” joining the House in opposing coffee tariffs.
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For the First Time in a Decade, La Marzocco’s Out of the Box 2025 Soars to New Heights
Returning after a decade of dormancy, La Marzocco’s Out of the Box event, held last week during HostMilano, featured new equipment, critical conversations, and a late-night rager.
Roastery Breakdown: Afterglow Coffee Cooperative in Richmond, Virginia
Richmond’s Afterglow Coffee Cooperative, which operates in a shared cafe and roastery space, is making waves with its revolutionary worker-owner structure.
It’s Autumn, but Cold Coffee Is Here To Stay
This article is sponsored by our partner, UPOURIA. At June Coffee Roasters, cold beverages, from iced lattes to matchas, are menu mainstays. “I’d like to think our lineup has everything for everyone,” writes owner Jimmy…
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The Practical Commercial Coffee Grinder Buying Guide
Ask any coffee professional what the most important piece of equipment is, and they’ll tell you: the grinder. But with countless models and price points, picking the right commercial grinder takes real planning. We…
The Eversys Deep Dive Buyer’s Guide
Key features, product line walkthrough, machine recommendations. This is *the* deep dive for the Eversys espresso machine lineup.
