Uncertainty and competition have been always here for restaurants, cafes, bakeries and other food service outlets. But this time it’s different because of the pandemic and the rapid changes in how people consume and run businesses. What’s next for restaurants and other food businesses Takeaway service will likely to expand and stay. This means more Read more…
Yes you can have both. It’s possible to go green while making your bakery more profitable. In fact, going green is a practical business decision. First, going green means minimising waste. If you reduce waste in your business, the natural result is you’ll also save on production costs. For example, it’s now possible to use Read more…
When customers come into your coffee shop, are they underwhelmed with your cup offering? Let’s face it, a good cup of coffee transcends the vessel you serve it in; if you serve it in cool packaging, however, your customers will appreciate the effort. As a cafe or coffee shop owner, you know that customers can Read more…
Meet HuskeeCup. A coffee cup as sophisticated as it is sustainable. HuskeeCup are made from coffee husks as a raw material. Husk is an organic waste product from the milling stage of coffee production. By purchasing HuskeeCup, you are helping to recycle hundreds of tonnes of waste material from the production of coffee. We’ve developed a Read more…
Over the years, Starbucks has grown into a coffee-making giant. But the quality of their coffee still isn’t as widely accepted as they would like, and in Australia they still can’t compete with smaller coffeehouses that focus on service and quality drinks. It’s been shown time and time again that quality usually outperforms consistency. So Read more…
When you think about café style, you probably imagine cool counter tops, trendy light fittings, and chic wall art. However, you probably gloss over one of the most important aspects of your café’s style branding: packaging. Your food and drink packaging represent your café in the online world of Instagram and Facebook, making it a Read more…
What do we do so well, that meant a corporate megalith with obscene marketing grunt was rejected out of hand for the sake of the independent cafe owner?
Food packaging is part of the experience for fast food customers. It not only protects the meal, but it’s also how the shopper carries the food, stores the food, and often serves as dishware for eating the food. From better burger wraps to Chinese noodle containers, the aesthetics of your presentation can turn people onto Read more…
If you are in the food service or cafe business in Australia, you know the importance of keeping up with the trends. But just because something became a trend doesn’t necessarily mean that it is something you should adapt in your cafe business. Some trends seemed interesting at first but didn’t stand the test of Read more…
If you’re like millions of caffeine lovers, coffee is an integral part of your life. It might even be hard to make it through your day with a jolt of joe. Every year, someone is telling you about the latest hype and trends. While espressos, cappuccinos, and lattes are still big sellers, consumers such as Read more…
Spring is here so here are some tips on this season’s hottest café trends. If you run a café, you know the importance of moving with the times. Customers want a café that is stylish and on-trend while also providing delicious, ethically sound produce. The new season is bringing some exciting trends in café style Read more…
There are those who believe that the best coffee is just … coffee. Rich and dark, with maybe a little sugar, and nothing else. Then there are those who like their coffee sweet, creamy, and intricately flavoured. Whether you are a coffee purist or not, however, your cafe customers need a variety of flavours to Read more…
Around the world, everyone knows that Australia is obsessed with coffee. Indeed, we’ve perfected flat whites and long blacks into an art form! But have you ever wondered how café culture sprung up in this country? After all, this flavourful brew isn’t native to Australia’s shores. Find out below how coffee stole the country’s heart–and never gave it back.
In today’s social media driven world, people are choosing where to eat, drink, and hangout based on how Insta-worthy the spot is… especially cafés. Aside from the obvious food presentation, small touches around your café can make you an Instagrammer’s dream and as the old saying goes “if you Instagram it, they will come,” or something along those lines.
Australia is known around the globe for its obsession with coffee and 2017 is of no exception. The newest trends in coffee drinks, as well as the classic brews are in demand across the country from guests expecting only one thing; the best cup of coffee they can get. But can they stop at just one cup?
Is your Burger Insta Worthy? You work hard. You have fine turned your recipes, sourced the best ingredients; invested time, capital and expertise. The consumer will appreciate all of your efforts. They will. But before that… Before that very first mouthful, the first sip, even the smell, the eyes have already gone ahead. It’s as Read more…
Cake types and flavours are almost infinite. Name a combination of ingredients, and you can find it in a recipe somewhere. This variety can be overwhelming, though. With so many flavours to choose from, how do you know which cakes you’ll enjoy?
Take Away restaurants; here’s your queue. Spring is here! There’s that familiar shift in the air; the daylight hours stretch into dinnertime. Now its spring
Most of your customers do their grocery shopping at Woolworths and Coles. However, with limited variety and very limited customer service, Aldi’s sales are forecast to rise almost 90 per cent over the next four years, and they are taking customers left, right and center from the previously untouchable BIG 2. What is Aldi’s secret? Read more…
Have you heard about the ‘beer revolution’? Australia’s favourite drink is back in the hands of the ordinary man and the humble brew is becoming synchronous with words such as; independence and freedom. If you customers is not already asking for it, they soon will be, and if you don’t supply, they’re sure to be Read more…
A café or restaurant is an ideal place to host a party. But with so many factors to keep in mind, how can you plan a function with minimal cost and fuss?
Finding the right name for your café is one of the most important tasks you face during the establishment phase. The name needs to make an impression, yet tick off certain fundamentals. What’s the secret to naming your ‘baby’?
From lights to floors and use of space, the way you fit out your café says a lot about your business. Your café’s fitout should be functional yet inviting — but how can you achieve that balance?
Your café’s signage is a crucial way to speak to your customers. As you approach the visual merchandising of your business, consider how to make your signage define your café’s message and ambiance.
The new year has just begun, it seems the top food chains are introducing value menu’s.The reason for this focus, major food brands are losing market share from smaller competitors. These changes indicate that larger chains are not only trying to compete with traditional rivals but are also having to consider what their smaller food Read more…