store opening

Bad Ass Coffee expands into South Carolina with 3-store signed agreement

New locations set to open in South Carolina and serving the Greater Charlotte area over the next several years.

Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Expansion

Piazza Montecitorio welcomes central Rome’s first Starbucks

Starbucks has opened in Italy’s capital city in partnership with Percassi, Starbucks exclusive Italian licensee partner, in Piazza Montecitorio – the historic and political heart of the ‘Eternal City.’

Tims China opens 300th coffee shop

The milestone store opening in Tianjin was celebrated with 500 guests who visited on opening day, and the occasion marked the launch of a national “Tims 300” marketing program.

Lavazza opens doors of UK flagship store

With the inauguration of Lavazza’s first Flagship store outside of Italy, the brand brings an immersive coffee experience to London.

Global bubble tea brand chooses Covent Garden for first foray into London

The 27-year-old brand Gong cha, formed in Taiwan, is set to open a new bubble tea store in Covent Garden.

200 Degrees Coffee Roasters opens new coffee shop in York, UK

The 82-seat shop in the historic city of York has created 15 new full-time and part-time jobs.

Gloria Jean’s to open first UK store

Australian coffee chain Gloria Jean’s will open its first UK store in Glasgow, Scotland next month.

Roasting Plant Coffee opens its first UK store

The state of the art store is a roastery-come-cafe, fitted out with a unique system, Javabot; a Willy Wonka-esque machine that promises as close to a sensory experience as you can get.

Blending, roasting & processing, Business

Events

Wed

11

Dec

(NAMA) Coffee, Tea & Water 2024

The NAMA Water, Tea, and Coffee Event 2024 will take place on 11 December and 12 December, 2024, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Organized by the National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA), this event focuses on the latest trends, innovations, and business opportunities within the beverage industry, specifically water, tea, and coffee sectors.

Attendees can expect a range of activities, including informative sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities designed for industry professionals. The event will feature keynote speakers, panel discussions, and a showcase of new products from various exhibitors.

The NAMA event aims to foster collaboration among participants while addressing key industry topics such as sustainability, technology integration, and consumer preferences.

Thu

12

Dec

Global Tea Fair 2024

The Global Tea Fair 2024 in Shenzhen is one of the largest tea industry events, taking place from 12 December – 16 December, 2024, at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center. It attracts over 180,000 visitors, including importers, wholesalers, retailers, and high-profile buyers from sectors like hotels and supermarkets. The event will feature around 200 speakers, offering market insights, and spanning 100,000 square meters of exhibit space covering diverse tea categories. Highlights include the World Green Tea Conference and a traditional Dou Cha Tea Competition, allowing tea enthusiasts to evaluate and taste premium teas.

Sat

18

Jan

Sigep 2025

Sigep 2025, the 46th edition of the International Trade Show of Artisan Gelato, Pastry, Bakery, and Coffee, will take place from 18 January – 22 January, 2025 in Rimini, Italy. This globally recognized event continues to bring together industry professionals, offering a showcase for innovations in the artisan food and beverage sectors, including gelato, coffee, pastry, and bakery. Sigep 2025 will feature over 1,200 exhibitors and offer opportunities for business networking, live demonstrations, and competitions.

The event will emphasize sustainability, cutting-edge technologies, and global trends, making it a key platform for those involved in these sectors to gain insights and expand their business horizons.

Sun

19

Jan

Winter Fancy Food Show 2025

The 2025 Las Vegas Winter Fancy Food Show, held from 19 January – 21 January at the Las Vegas Convention Center, is a key event for the specialty food industry. This three-day trade show offers opportunities for product discovery, networking, and education, featuring a wide range of specialty items such as gluten-free, vegan, and protein-rich foods. Attendees include large retailers like Whole Foods and Walmart, as well as smaller independent grocers. The show brings together food makers and retailers to explore trends and innovations in the food sector

Thu

30

Jan

10th Annual Global Tea Institute Colloquium

The 10th Annual Global Tea Institute Colloquium will take place on 30 January, 2025, at the UC Davis Conference Center. This year’s theme is “Tea and Peace: Bringing Communities Together,” focusing on tea’s role in promoting cultural connections, social harmony, and scientific research. The event will feature leading experts from academia and the tea industry, discussing tea from perspectives including culture, health, science, and market trends. The colloquium is part of UC Davis’s broader Global Tea Initiative, which integrates interdisciplinary research on tea’s global impact.

Mon

10

Feb

World of Coffee Dubai 2025

World of Coffee Dubai 2025 is a major event for coffee professionals, scheduled to take place in Dubai. It will feature a blend of coffee exhibitions, competitions, and networking opportunities.

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