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Make the most of the 'Eat Out To Help Out' scheme with these recipes

The UK Government's Eat Out to Help Out scheme is starting on the 3rd August.  The scheme has been created to support the hospitality industry by offering 50% off food and non-alcoholic drink.  Ord...

Are you ready for the Government’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme?

The Eat Out to Help Out scheme, unveiled by Chancellor Rishi Sunak during his recent summer statement, is part of a series of measures to get the UK economy back on track.  The scheme has been crea...

Brand new espresso machine for UK coffee market

Combining function and style, without the hefty price tag, has long been the holy grail for commercial espresso machine manufacturers.  There are many commercial espresso machines on the market tha...

How to increase coffee sales in a restaurant

As restaurants and bars begin to reopen in the UK, we give our top tips for maximising coffee sales in a restaurant What can operators do to increase orders of hot drinks after a meal? As customer...

Coffee Capsules in the Foodservice Industry

The coffee capsule has been a game-changer for the foodservice industry. They allow anyone, expert or not, to prepare a good coffee in a simple, clean, effective way and with respect for the enviro...

How to create a coffee shop menu

Crafting your coffee shop menu takes time but it’s definitely worth the effort, here’s some tips to get you started. Know your customer base There’s no point offering bubble gum milkshakes if your ...

How to open a coffee shop in the UK

Whether you’re a small business newbie or a serial entrepreneur, there are many things you need to know when starting a coffee shop. Here, we’ve compiled a step-by-step guide to get you started. Fi...

The Impact of Covid-19 on Cafés and Coffee Shops

Market research company Allegra have more than 20 years' experience analysing the global coffee market and are the producers of the Project Café reports, widely recognised as the bible of the coffe...

Should I rent, lease or buy my espresso machine?

Whether you are upgrading your equipment or looking for the best coffee machine deals to open your café, many people are surprised to find the number of options open to them. Here we take you throu...

Essential Equipment for Starting a Café

Starting a new business is an exciting time, there’s lots to think about and small business owners often find themselves needing to fulfil a number of roles, from accountant to marketing manager.  ...