Oli Sampson, managing director at Central Foods – which includes the brand Menuserve – elaborates on how neo-nostalgia is shaping the festive season.

How and when people treat themselves throughout the day is changing. Erwan Inizan, Northern Europe sales director at Bridor, guides us through this moveable feast. 

Café refurbs are an ideal behind-the-scenes look at all aspects of running an operation. Sarah Barnard, business development director at Lewisford Group, shares her expert tips on the ins and outs. 

Michele Young supports café start-ups and concept development, drawing on her experience to identify the details that are often overlooked. Here, she shares 10 essential tips to help avoid common mistakes and get a new café off to the right start.

From independents to larger chains, Panasonic offers a wide range of equipment solutions. 

Mark Conron, group head of customer communications at Nisbets UK, on finding the right equipment balance, both inside and outside.

Ice-making equipment and refrigeration requirements are changing. Simon Frost, country director for Europe at Hoshizaki, takes us through the evolution.

Australia is renowned for its natural resources and beauty, and one of its own brands is bringing an idyllic approach to the UK drinks scene. Welcome, Wood Fired Coffee.

New insight suggests most café customers make product decisions within five to 10 seconds – and simpler menus sell more.

George Burrell, senior brand manager at NESCAFÉ Core Coffee, expands on how quality coffee is reshaping the UK’s independent scene.