Coffee / Specialty Beverages News & Media
Starbucks opens first express format in Canada
February 19, 2016
Commuters must save time and move quickly, which is why the new Starbucks is one of the most streamlined experiences in the company's portfolio
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Now trending: 10 ways the smoothie is evolving in 2016
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
The smoothie has evolved — again.
read nowThe Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf names CFO
January 26, 2016
Jeff Harris will oversee all financial functions as well as the supply chain, human resource, risk management and legal teams.
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Panera exec: Payment, mobile innovations achieving major success
by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media
Panera's still full throttle in expanding payment strategies to reduce consumer friction points and enhancing the customer experience.
read nowFormer Jamba Juice, Del Monte Foods exec named CEO of Project Juice
January 19, 2016
Susan Shields, a veteran of the food and beverage industry, has more than 25 years in the retail and food service marketing and business management industry.
read nowStarbucks: Latte Maccchiato here to stay
January 5, 2016
Starbucks baristas will use a carefully crafted technique to draw out an intensely bold and roasty flavor that highlights the espresso in the beverage.
read nowVitality Bowls launches in Miami
December 9, 2015
Vitality Bowls has signed a lease to open its first Miami café.
read nowPapa John’s, Tully's Coffee to open new branded locations at Daytona International Speedway
December 2, 2015
Tully's Coffee and Papa John's International Inc. will establish new branded locations at Daytona International Speedway as part of the amenities associated…
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FCES15: Beverage smarts: What’s on trend
by Travis Wagoner — Editor, Networld Media Group
Beverages are an important aspect of the consumer dining experience and play a critical part of a restaurant’s branding efforts. Being on trend is key to…
read nowCarpigiani shares sweet opportunity with 'Fantastick 4 U' concept
October 23, 2015
The gelato bar concept is gaining momentum in the frozen dessert market with gelato bar shops surfacing across the U.S.
read nowPeet’s Coffee & Tea, Stumptown won't be melding the retail experience
October 7, 2015
Peet’s Coffee & Tea is buying Stumptown Coffee Roasters, but customers won’t find both brands sharing counter space.
read nowRobeks unleashing new design
October 6, 2015
As it celebrates its10th year in business with a grand re-opening Oct.17 at its Ashburn franchise, the location will be the first in the metro area to undergo…
read nowProject Juice Kitchen opening in San Fran
October 6, 2015
Project Juice, a certified organic, cold-pressed juice and clean food company, is opening its newest concept, the Project Juice Test Kitchen, this month in San…
read nowStarbucks to switch to cage-free eggs by 2020
October 1, 2015
Starbucks will switch to 100-percent cage-free eggs by 2020
read nowChia seeds now available at Tropical Smoothie Cafe
September 29, 2015
Tropical Smoothie Cafe is offering a new smoothie blend with nutrient-packed ingredients.
read nowCoffee flowing 'freely' on National Coffee Day
September 29, 2015
Several chains are celebrating National Coffee Day today by giving customers freebies.
read nowTropical Smoothie launches grain bowls
August 26, 2015
Tropical Smoothie Café has created Super Grain Bowls and a few new smoothie flavors.
read nowStarbucks, Panera square off in pumpkin latte battle
August 18, 2015
Brands are battling for the pumpkin spice latte lover who likes to drink healthful.
read nowStarbucks leading fast casual industry?
August 13, 2015
The coffee giant is becoming a major player in the fast casual industry with the addition of new, healthy menu items.
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