Retail and Commerce

Coffee shops face a challenge: should they absorb the rising cost of goods or pass along costs to the customer? Here’s how business owners decide when to increase menu prices.

Menus, play areas, booster chairs, and a welcoming attitude show your kid-friendly colors.

Efficiency is an elusive skill, but necessary to the wellbeing of any cafe. The following six tips will help you train baristas to be as efficient as possible.

Roasting coffee is an art, but technology can bring more precision to making the perfect cup of coffee.

The power of music in the café.

A great food program isn't just for restaurants—creative food options can take your space from a quick pit stop to shop that's hopping all day.

You've seen advent calendars for everything from beer to tea to cheese. It was only a matter of time before specialty coffee jumped on the trend. Here's how some of the most notable coffee…

Great aesthetics do not have to mean terrible acoustics. Learn how cafés can blend effective sound design with the right ambiance.

The decision to open a second cafe isn't an easy one. If you're considering expansion, here are three signs you're ready to grow your cafe business.

Welcome and include everyone into your café through accessible design and navigation.