Oregon

Bardo Tea opens first location in Portland

Former head teamaker for Smith’s Tea, Ravi Kroesen, alongside co-founder, Veronika Vogler, has opened their first brick-and-mortar store in Portland.

Business, Tea blends

The Human Bean reveals new websites for its franchise partners and customers

Oregon-based coffee franchise, The Human Bean, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, with new websites for both its franchise partners and customers, reflecting how the brand has grown and evolved from 1998 to today.

A return to vibrancy and caffeinated excitement at the SCA Expo

With the feeling of a pre-pandemic show, the SCA Expo seemed back to ‘full strength’ as large numbers of both exhibitors and attendees from around the world converged in Portland, Oregon for the 34th annual exhibition.

Blending, roasting & processing, Business

2023 US Coffee Champions announced at SCA Expo

After completing the first full competitions cycle since 2019, the highly anticipated 2023 US Coffee Championships (USCC), took place inside the Competitions Hall at Specialty Coffee Expo in Portland.

Blending, roasting & processing, Business

Tea Chai Té rebrands as Portal Tea Company ahead of SCA Expo

For more than 20 years, Portland-based Tea Chai Té, founded by Angela and Dominic Valdeshas, has created over 120 loose-leaf tea flavours, along with chai and bubble tea.

Business, Equipment & packaging, Product news

SCA to release Beta version of its Coffee Value Assessment at the SCA Expo and Re:co

The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) has announced that it will be releasing the Beta version of the Coffee Value Assessment, an evolution of the association’s cupping protocol and form.

Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Regulatory

SCA Expo, Interpack and PLMA’s World of Private Label exhibitor preview

Read the essential preview of some of the many suppliers exhibiting at The Specialty Coffee Expo, Portland; Interpack, Düsseldorf; and PLMA’s World of Private Label Show, Amsterdam.

Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Equipment & packaging, Product news

Winners announced of Guatemala One of a Kind auction

The National Coffee Association and the Alliance for Coffee Excellence announced and awarded the 15 winning coffees of the second edition of the One of a Kind auction.

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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