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What is the best coffee machine for an office?

Choosing the best office coffee machine is as vital as choosing the right office furniture and technology; people will often work harder and feel better with a cup of something warm on their desk. ...

Earthy autumn flavours

There’s so much to love about autumn, we always look forward to the new flavours and creative drink recipes the season inspires. One of our favourites is earthy, rich Beetroot, which can be added t...

Designing a coffee shop food menu

It’s easy to treat your food menu as a low priority, but that’s a missed opportunity. Consider your coffees carefully, pick the right team, and start creating meals and snacks that will bring out t...

How to successfully market your coffee shop

Managing a coffee shop takes a lot of work. You need a good location, attractive interior design, well-trained baristas, and high-quality coffee. If no-one knows about your coffee shop, it won’t su...

Digital developments in the coffee industry

Coronavirus currently presents an unprecedented challenge to all sectors of the world economy, with coffee shop and hospitality businesses deeply affected. However, the commercial coffee industry i...

How to achieve perfect extraction

Our top tips for becoming a master of extraction for the perfect espresso coffee

Get ready for autumn

As much as we don't want to face it summer is on its way out. Never fear, we'll help you transition into your autumn menu with ease

Nothing stops a Macmillan coffee morning

Macmillan Cancer Support is asking people to host a Macmillan Coffee Morning to fund vital support for people living with cancer, as the annual event turns 30. The official date for Coffee Morning ...

How to make cold brew coffee

All this hot weather we’ve been having calls for something a bit cooler… so say hello to cold brew, hot coffee’s sweeter and more mellow cousin. Perfect for hot summer days in the sunshine. Here’s ...

Allegra Launches Global Coffee Festival

Since 2008 Allegra Events have been running coffee festivals around the world. Sadly this year the festivals have been cancelled due to the Coronavirus pandemic, and in response Allegra have taken ...