Coffee: what’s the buzz all about?

While coffee may not be your top source of revenue, the growing popularity of coffee drinks can help build your restaurant’s bottom line. Studies show that nearly three-in-four Americans drink it every day and 36 per cent drink three to five cups daily, so an opportunity exists for restaurants to increase profits. How can operators […]

Lavazza launches cold brew coffee made with sustainably sourced coffee beans

Press Release Lavazza launches new cold brew offering in the U.S., made from ¡TIERRA! Colombia, a unique blend characterized by a sweet and smooth taste and a rich body. The new venture combines Lavazza’s commitment to curating an elevated coffee drinking experience beyond the morning cup, by utilizing a new and sustainable blend. The blending of in-cup […]

Starbucks taps in on Nitro Cold Brew

Press release The company expects to more than double the size of its cold beverage business in Canada within five years Starbucks Canada has announced that Brookfield Place in Toronto will be the first location to launch Nitro Cold Brew, with more locations to come across Canada over the next several months. Following the roll out, Starbucks will be the first retailer in Canada to offer […]

Cold-brewed coffee: Low and slow is the hottest new trend

With soft drinks and sodas losing some of their fizzle with Canadian foodservice customers, many are turning to a perennial beverage standby presented with a cool twist – cold-brewed coffee. Not to be confused with iced coffee — which is usually just a variation of espresso or strong coffee blended with milk, ice and sugar — […]