Coffee / Specialty Beverages News & Media
Dunkin' Donuts loyalty app stirring up trouble for Starbucks?
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
With the DD Perks Rewards program, guests earn five points for every dollar they spend on qualifying purchases at Dunkin’ Donuts when they pay using an…
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Starbucks building venti-sized NYC roastery
April 6, 2016
The roastery will open in 2018, and will be similar to the first Starbucks Reserve Roastery and Tasting Room that debuted in Seattle in 2014.
read nowJuice It Up! customers receiving Açaí freebies
April 1, 2016
Throughout the month of April, guests may participate in an Instagram photo contest for a chance to win free Açaí Bowls.
read nowPacific Passion Coffee returns to Maui Wow
March 2, 2016
Mike Weinberger, brand president of Maui Wowi, described the blend as having a naturally sweet taste and fruity aroma with a full-body finish and clean flavor.
read nowKorean Bakery bringing Paris to US
March 2, 2016
With more than 70 years of experience in the baking industry internationally, Paris Baguette first debuted in the U.S. in 2005, and began franchising August…
read nowJuice It Up! takes shots at the common cold
March 1, 2016
The Mighty C Juice and Shot feature a blend of raw ingredients, including sweet pineapples, fragrant oranges, crisp apples, red seedless grapes, raw ginger and…
read nowAu Bon Pain offering more 'flavorful sandwich experience'
February 25, 2016
Au Bon Pain is welcoming Spring a bit early with a new menu offering a more "flavorful sandwich experience."
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Starbucks, loyalty experts defend changes to rewards program
by Cherryh Cansler — Publisher, FastCasual.com
Many Starbucks fans are angry about the changes and sharing their rage via Twitter, but loyalty platform experts agree that the move was smart for the coffee…
read nowGloria Jean's Coffees to expand
February 22, 2016
Gloria Jean's Coffees has announced an expansive franchise growth strategy to increase its U.S. presence in 2016 and beyond.
read nowStarbucks 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.
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