We Asked 3 Cafe Managers for Their Must-Have Work Tools—Here’s What They Said

Hear from three seasoned cafe operators as they reveal their favorite work tools, from software to brewing equipment, for effective cafe management.
by Zoe Stanley-Foreman | November 3, 2023

The Austin Coffee Festival Delights Again

The second-annual Austin Coffee Festival brought together roasters and other coffee-adjacent businesses to show off their products, innovative new ideas, and, of course, coffee to consumers and caffeine connoisseurs alike. The event took place…
by Lydia Stolper | October 6, 2023

Fresh Reads: A Conversation With Jessica Easto of “How to Taste Coffee”

Jessica Easto's new book, "How to Taste Coffee," breaks down the art of tasting and makes the case for why the mouth might be the coolest body part.
by Bailey Spear | October 4, 2023

Survey Results: Six Recurring Themes On Coffee Business Owner Challenges

We surveyed owners of coffee shops and coffee roasting companies to understand what the highest-paid in our industry have in common.
by Garrett Oden | September 15, 2023

Survey Results: What Do The Highest-Paid Coffee Business Owners Have In Common?

We surveyed owners of coffee shops and coffee roasting companies to understand what the highest-paid in our industry have in common.
by Garrett Oden | September 14, 2023

What’s Up With Cold Foam?

Cold foam has found its way on nearly every specialty coffee menu. But is cold foam simply a fad, or is it indicative of a much larger shift in how we drink coffee?
by Valorie Clark | August 25, 2023

Is Electric Roasting Here to Stay?

Electric coffee roasters have made a splash in the specialty coffee industry thanks to their lower carbon footprint and easy-to-use interfaces. But are they a passing trend, or do they offer a novel, potentially…
by Chloé Skye Weiser | August 16, 2023

Op-ed: How Can We Grow Coffee’s Middle Class when Farmers and Baristas are Underpaid?

If we imagine a future where coffee remains viable, then we must work to ensure that all participants earn livable wages and grow the industry’s middle class.
by Jim Ngokwey | August 9, 2023

Fresh Reads: A Conversation With Lucia Bawot of We Belong

Lucia Bawot, the author of "We Belong" talks about the importance of storytelling and center women coffee producers.
by Bailey Spear | July 19, 2023

Preparing for Expansion: What To Know Before Growing And Other Insights From Coffee Fest New York

Thinking about expansion? What you need to know before you grow with insights and key takeaways from Coffee Fest New York.
by Garrett Oden | May 26, 2023