We know that there are plenty of ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day, but sometimes a little chocolate goes a long way. It just so happens that a few of Houston’s vendors offer products that pair exceptionally well with cocoa, so we thought we’d share a few of them ahead of the upcoming holiday. Who knows?…
The world of dairy-free beverages is full of nut-based milk alternatives. Almond, cashew, macadamia, and hazelnut are just a few excellent examples that can be found in the burgeoning industry of non-dairy beverages. However, for some people these beverages aren’t a sufficient replacement for the richness and texture found in cow’s milk. In addition, many…
The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) is a nonprofit organization representing coffee professionals around the world, from roasters and baristas, to the farmers who start it all. This organization formed in 2017 when the Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA, established in 1982) and the Specialty Coffee Association of Europe (SCAE, established in 1998) unified under…
Coffee and tea lovers unite! Coffee Fest Chicago is right around the corner meaning there are a bunch of great new products waiting for you at the show. If it looks like coffee, smells like coffee, goes well with coffee or is coffee, you will find it at Coffee Fest. We are going to see what’s hot…
Whether we call it java, brew, mud, or joe, everyone knows that coffee is considered by many to be an essential staple to power through the day. Coffee Fest, a product trade show, provides a wide variety of training, new product showcases, and is a great way to network for those involved with retailing, coffee,…
Spring and Summer are busy show seasons for the food service industry. SCAA, Coffee Fest (all 3 shows), the NRA show, NAFEM (every other year), and of course broadline distributor shows such as FSA and Nicholas & Company. Each show provides the opportunity to discover new and exciting products and flavors. The 2016 show season…
We can smell the coffee now in anticipation of attending SCAA in Atlanta this week. We are going to see what’s hot this year and we encourage you to as well. Here is a list of some the vendors that will be there so you can see what’s new for yourself. Hope to see you…
Spring is a great time of year for friends and family to come together for brunch; an opportunity to impress with a menu that is fresh and tableware that delights. However, there may be more to planning a brunch than expected. Here are a few tips that can apply to any gathering centered around food. Present…
When it comes to choosing a dairy free alternative sometimes the sea of options can seem vast depending on your needs. It is common to see numerous restaurants and coffee shops offering alternatives to dairy so that more consumers can enjoy their products. Many people are going dairy free whether it be because they are…