McDonald’s

Starbucks & McDonalds halt operations in Russia

Starbucks, McDonalds and other US food and beverage companies and quick serve restaurant chains pause operations in Russia.

Business, Product news

Think before you drink those coffee chain holiday beverages…

The Grinch is always trying ruin Christmas, and this year it seems he is trying to steal the fun from the festive seasonal drinks on coffeehouse menus! A new study from Kent Express has revealed the ‘most sugary’ holiday drinks, one of which contains double the recommended daily allowance.

Blending, roasting & processing, Product news

CAC Conference stressed the need to do more for the entire supply chain

The Coffee Association of Canada virtually gathered the coffee community on 16 and 17 November, with informative and entertaining reflections and concrete strategies that embodied the conference’s theme of Refilling Our Cup.

Will we see the return of reusable products?

There is no question that the impact reusable products were having in the hospitality industry was nothing but significant, with its importance only growing. Over the last year they have been widely forced aside and the question now, however, is whether the catering, hospitality, and takeaway industry will ever see a widespread return of them? Catering24 CEO Steve Lloyd reports.

Equipment & packaging, Sustainability

China, Covid-19 and coffee

The impact of Covid-19 (coronavirus disease 2019), which originated in Wuhan, China in December, continues to be felt around the world.

Blending, roasting & processing, Business

Festive hot drinks loaded with sugar and calories

Research of the UK’s biggest coffee shops has found that some seasonal lattes and hot chocolates contain up to three times the recommended daily allowances for sugar, and more calories than a Dominos pizza.

Business, Regulatory

McCafé Frappé introduces multi-serve RTD bottles

McCafé has expanded its ready-to drink (RTD) offerings to include a multi-serve 40 oz. bottle in its popular Frappé flavors – Vanilla, Caramel and Mocha.

NextGen Cup Challenge winners announced

The NextGen Consortium, convened by Closed Loop Partners, has revealed the winners of the NextGen Cup Challenge

Equipment & packaging, Sustainability

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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