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Whitbread to open 200 Costa Coffees in Russia

Costa logoWhitbread today announced plans to open more than 200 Costa Coffee's in Russia over the next five years, in partnership with Rosinter Restaurants Holding.
Posted: 11 December 2007 | 12:40

Operators hit back on water profits

WaterLondon restaurateurs have hit back at a report claiming that restaurants are pushing costly mineral water on diners to make a "quick profit".
Posted: 22 November 2007 | 10:34

Starbucks to advertise on US TV for first time

Coffee chain Starbucks is to make its first foray onto the TV screens of America after sales in the USA began to stagnate as consumers tightened their purses.
Posted: 16 November 2007 | 16:14

Thistle signs fair-trade coffee deal

Rainforest Alliance-certified logoThistle Hotels is to sell only sustainable coffee throughout its estate, despite it increasing costs by 15%.
Posted: 06 November 2007 | 15:24

Sustainability must be a joint effort

Elaine Higginson, managing director, First Choice CoffeeReducing your company's impact on the environment involves more than just recycled paper and energy-saving lightbulbs - it's a whole-business approach that informs every corporate decision and action and involves every employee. First Choice Coffee's Elaine Higginson explains
Posted: 31 October 2007 | 13:17

Can co-branding improve a coffee offering?

JD Wetherspoon chief executive John Hutson tops up a cup of Lavazza coffeeIt has worked for retailers and leisure operators, so what can caterers learn from the current wave of co-branding to improve a coffee offering? Ian Boughton reports
Posted: 31 October 2007 | 13:11

The new health benefits of tea

Suki teaThe real or perceived health benefits of tea have boosted the popularity of some of the more unusual blends in recent months. Some companies are cautious about making exaggerated claims, while others are less inhibited. Either way, the publicity can help sales, as Ian Boughton reports
Posted: 31 October 2007 | 13:05

Coffee Republic signs franchise deal in Scotland

Coffee RepublicCoffee Republic has signed a franchise deal to open 25 outlets in Scotland by the end of next year, including its largest UK outlet to date.
Posted: 25 October 2007 | 16:01

First Choice Coffee is the ethical choice

Ethical sourcing is having a real impact on the food service industry, with increased opportunities for operators who meet customer demand for sustainable products.
Posted: 22 October 2007 | 14:39

Glasgow University serves First Choice Coffee

As one of the world’s top universities, the University of Glasgow takes great pride in its Hospitality Services, catering for 18,000 students and more than 5,000 staff as well as extensive conference business...
Posted: 22 October 2007 | 14:34

Caffè Nero reports sales up 20%

Caffè Nero, CambridgeCaffè Nero enjoyed a strong summer with sales 20% ahead of last year and like-for-like sales up 5%, the coffee shop chain said today.
Posted: 17 October 2007 | 12:25

Beverage: Tea for More Than Two – US Food Trends

TeaTea is hot, whether or not it is served that way. The estimated wholesale value of the U.S. tea industry reached $6.5 billion in 2006, with tea’s market in foodservice alone hitting the $1 billion mark—double what it was in 1990.
Posted: 04 October 2007 | 10:57

Starbucks signs first UK university franchise

StarbucksStarbucks has signed its first licensing agreement with a UK university in a deal which will see students at the University of Surrey, in Guildford sipping tall cappuccinos on campus.
Posted: 24 August 2007 | 13:23

Beverage equipment - maintenance

espressoWe've become so used to having our products work properly that we've forgotten what preventive maintenance is. Ian Boughton finds out
Posted: 08 August 2007 | 12:49

The truth about soft drinks

juiceIn their rush to get only healthy drinks into schools, regulators have been ill-advised, say some drinks makers. Ian Boughton gets the sugar-free truth
Posted: 08 August 2007 | 12:45

The rise of the tea shop

tea shopDespite the UK being a nation of tea drinkers, there has been nonationwide chain of tea outlets since the heyday of the Lyons CornerHouses. But that may soon change. Janet Harmer reports on two operators with big plans for their own distinct national groups of outlets
Posted: 08 August 2007 | 12:27

Making coffees on a banqueting scale

Producing a flavoursome cup of coffee in banqueting quantities is often aproblem - but it doesn't have to be, as Ian Boughton reveals
Posted: 08 August 2007 | 12:22

Starbucks continues drive to be largest coffee chain in UK

StarbucksStarbucks has unveiled its plans for further expansion in its bid to maintain its status as the largest coffee chain in the UK.
Posted: 16 July 2007 | 08:00

Beverages: Market Liquidity - US Food Trends

Blueberry MojitosTo help operators capitalize on beverages’ profit-center potential, R&I explores consumer trends for all things sipped.
Posted: 20 June 2007 | 13:10

Confusion over coffee chain stats

Starbucks has been usurped by Costa Coffee as the UK's largest coffee-shop chain, according to a new report.
Posted: 31 May 2007 | 00:00

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