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Source: Media reports (May 2026) Author: Qahwa World – Dubai Date: May 24, 2026 The café run by AI just ordered 3,000 pairs of gloves Executive Summary An experimental café in Stockholm is managed by “Mona,” an AI agent powered by Google’s Gemini model. The AI ordered 3,000 nitrile gloves, 6,000 napkins, 4 first-aid kits,

Author: Qahwa World – Dubai | Barchart | Date: May 11, 2026 This report includes an AI cafe experiment follow up Stockholm update and insights. Follows earlier report on Andon Café which opened April 18, 2026 in Stockholm Vasastan neighborhood AI manager Mona has spent most of $21,000 startup budget, with less than $5,000 remaining

Stockholm – Qahwa World In the quiet Vasastan neighborhood of Stockholm, at Norrbackagatan 48, Andon Café looks like any other minimalist coffee shop. Small plants adorn the tables, gray walls create a calm atmosphere, and customers enjoy avocado toast and frothy lattes. Yet behind the scenes, this café is part of a bold real-world experiment:

Author: Coffee World Source: Sucafina 2025 Sustainability Report Date: May 2026 Executive Summary: Sucafina achieved 43% of its sales as responsibly sourced or traceable to farm level in 2025. The company invested $7.42 million in training and community support projects. Coffee was sourced from 214,313 certified farmers worldwide. Sucafina monitored 437,602 plots across 18 countries

Author: Qahwa World Source: Global Coffee Platform (GCP) official documentation Date: May 19, 2026This article offers a GCP sustainability review based on the most recent official documentation. Executive Summary: The Global Coffee Platform (GCP) has initiated a five year review of its Coffee Sustainability Reference Code and Equivalence Mechanism in 2026. The Equivalence Mechanism assesses

An interview with Michael Trung,  Authorized SCA Trainer, coffee consultant, and founder of iO Coffee Dubai – Ali Alzakary Most coffee conversations start with a tasting note: chocolate, jasmine, dried fruit. But what if we started instead with a shipping container stuck at customs? Or a farmer watching months of work split open in a

Dubai – Qahwa World Yango Group robots will deliver coffee to guests at Soil Café on Kite Beach in Dubai from May 8 to 10, bringing the company’s robotics technology into an everyday café setting. From 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm Yango Group robots will deliver drinks directly to customers, while Yasmina, the company’s AI

Dubai – Qahwa World The Cimbali Group has shared new insights on its LinkedIn account highlighting the ongoing transformation of India’s coffee market, driven by the rise of specialty coffee and the rapid expansion of café chains. Traditionally a tea-dominated country, India is witnessing a steady increase in coffee consumption, particularly among younger, urban consumers.

Dubai – Qahwa World The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) published a detailed report titled “Brewing Opportunity – Brazil’s Specialty Coffee Sector Shows Strong Potential,” examining the rapid development of Brazil’s specialty coffee industry and the opportunities and challenges shaping its future. Brazil remains the largest coffee producer and exporter in the world, while

DUBAI – QAHWA WORLD As part of the Coffee Art Marathon – Edition 2, Art4you Gallery hosted Coffee Art Ignite, a high-energy live postcard art competition at Kefi Books, Board Games & Specialty Coffee Shop in Dubai. The event, supported by Qahwa World, showcased the growing synergy between contemporary art and coffee culture. YOU MAY LIKE:

DUBAI – ALI ALZAKARY From the ancient streets of Sana’a, where tradition meets modern ambition, comes the story of Hind Shaia, a pioneering entrepreneur and content creator. Her project, “Nawah,” is more than just a café; it is a tribute to Yemen’s rich heritage and a bridge to the global specialty coffee market. By blending

Dubai – Coffee World In a land where time has been measured by tea harvest seasons for millennia, the rise of coffee appears as an economic and cultural miracle achieved in record time. China is no longer just a massive consumer market for global corporations; it has transformed into a “global laboratory” re-engineering the taste

Dubai – Qahwa World The fifth and largest edition of World of Coffee Dubai 2026 will kick off tomorrow, Sunday, in Dubai. The event is organised by DXB Live, the integrated event management and experiential agency of Dubai World Trade Centre, in partnership with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA), and will run from 18 to

Countdown Begins for the Region’s Largest Coffee Industry Event Dubai – Qahwa World World of Coffee Dubai 2026, the Middle East’s premier specialty coffee trade event, is set to take place from 18 to 20 January at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Now in its fifth edition, the event will bring together more than 2,100

Dubai – Qahwa World A popular family-run café in Liverpool city centre, Maggie May’s, is set to close its doors permanently after three decades in business. The café, located on the busy Bold Street, famously counted Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish and actor Ralph Fiennes among its patrons. Maggie May’s, established in 1995 by Susan

Dubai – Qahwa World Following the repeal of coffee tariffs imposed by the former U.S. administration, the specialty coffee scene in Portland, Oregon, has seen little immediate recovery, as high operational costs continue to pressure independent cafés and roasters. Portland, often cited as a cornerstone of America’s coffee culture, is grappling with a steep rise

Dubai – Qahwa World US private equity firm Bain Capital has made an initial bid to acquire Costa Coffee from beverage giant The Coca-Cola Company, according to sources familiar with the matter. The bid was submitted through Bain Capital’s Special Situations unit, which has invested more than $17bn since its launch in 2018 and currently

DUBAI, 4 September 2025 (Qahwa World) – Brazil’s number one açaí brand, Polpanorte, is set to make waves in the Middle East with its debut in the UAE. The brand, founded in 1995 in Japurá, Brazil, is best known for its signature açaí, followed by frozen fruit pulps and creamy sorbets. Polpanorte’s reputation for quality

Running a café has become increasingly challenging worldwide. Inflation, volatile coffee prices due to climate impacts, and rising labour and rental costs are putting pressure on margins. To remain competitive, café owners must find practical ways to cut expenses while also improving efficiency and growing revenue. Drawing on insights from economics, supply chain management, and

Welcome to Episode 12 of our Barista Terminology series on QahwaWorld.com — your guide to mastering the essentials of specialty coffee. In this episode, we dive into the critical world of brewing equipment maintenance and hygiene. Behind every great cup of coffee is clean, well-maintained gear — from espresso machines to grinders and milk pitchers.

Istanbul, August 5, 2025 – (Qahwa World) – On Monday, Condé Nast Traveler magazine released its curated list of the 12 best cafés in Istanbul for 2025, authored by editor Amelia Dhuga. Given the value and richness of the selection, we at Qahwa World have decided to republish it for our readers. Istanbul is a

August 2, 2025 – (Qahwa World) – Luiza Mantiça Kreimeier, Technical Advisor at the Brazilian National Coffee Council (CNC), shared insights into one of Brazil’s most ambitious regenerative agriculture initiatives — the Café Produtor de Água program — during the 21st session of the Circular Economy Working Group, hosted by the Center for Circular Economy in

Dubai – Ali Alzakary Katerina Borodich calls herself “an engineer by education, a marketer at heart, and an entrepreneur in life.” That blend, as unusual as it sounds, has become the core philosophy behind Drinkit, one of Dubai’s fastest-growing coffee brands. In a market saturated with both international giants and high-end specialty players, Drinkit emerged

Move over, baristas – artificial intelligence and neuroscience might soon be the secret ingredients pulling customers into your local coffee shop and boosting sales of those tempting cinnamon buns. Harper Dammann, an enterprising engineering student, has developed an innovative technology designed to harness the power of smell to directly increase customer conversions for coffee retailers.

Coffee prices continued their downward trajectory this week as increased harvest activity in Brazil and shifting global dynamics applied pressure to both arabica and robusta futures. On Wednesday, July arabica coffee (KCN25) closed down by 4.40 cents (-1.24%), while July ICE robusta coffee (RMN25) dropped by $17 (-0.39%), with robusta hitting a one-week low. The

Colombia’s coffee production is forecast to fall by 5.3% in 2025/2026 due to heavy rains and record-high prices. Exports and domestic supply face new challenges. Colombia, the third-largest coffee producer in the world, is expected to face a significant setback in the 2025/2026 marketing year as production is forecast to drop by 5.3%, reaching just

Nuova Simonelli has unveiled the eight finalists for its inaugural Technicians Competition, set to take place on April 29 at the Nuova Simonelli Experience Lab in Al Quoz Industrial Area 3, Dubai. This event, organized in collaboration with REPA, Cafetto, the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) UAE Chapter, and BWT, aims to spotlight the expertise and

Nuova Simonelli is set to launch the first edition of its Technicians Competition on April 29 in Dubai, bringing a unique spotlight to the professionals who keep espresso machines running at their best. Organized in collaboration with REPA, Cafetto, the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) UAE Chapter, and BWT, the event will take place at the

In an economic climate marked by soaring costs—rising raw material prices, increased wages, tax hikes, surging energy bills, and property expenses—coffee business owners are facing tough decisions. Among them: whether to raise prices. But is increasing prices the only viable path forward? And if so, how much should you raise them—and how do you do

On the remote island of Himeshima in southwestern Japan, home to just 1,700 residents, Australian John Widmer has become a local figure of interest — and not just because he’s reputedly the island’s only foreigner. He’s also the proud owner of Ozi Cafe, a colorful coffee shop he hopes will become a new destination for

Coffee remains one of the world’s most consumed beverages, with annual growth rates of 2% to 2.5%. As the coffee industry flourishes economically, the focus on sustainability has become equally significant. From sourcing beans to serving the perfect cup, the aim is to reduce environmental and social impacts. A key player in this mission is

Specialty coffee shops often cannot afford to trade on prestige alone due to several key factors such as market dynamics, consumer expectations, and intense competition. According to the 2024 National Coffee Data Trends report by the National Coffee Association, modern consumers demand more than just a prestigious brand; they seek quality, value for money, and

In the face of economic uncertainties, Europe’s branded coffee chains have demonstrated remarkable resilience, with the total European branded coffee shop market expanding by 3.3% to reach 45,008 stores over the past year, according to the latest findings from the World Coffee Portal. Key Highlights: Market Growth: Despite economic challenges, 33 out of 40 major

The franchised coffee chain concluded 2023 with a total of 69 stores spread across 12 cities, and it currently has 15 additional sites in the development pipeline. Green House, headquartered in Krasnoyarsk, is targeting the establishment of 100 stores nationwide within the next six months, building on its remarkable growth and sales achievements in 2023.

From October 25 to 29, Dubai will host the UAE AeroPress Championship 2023, which will be held at the Dubai Multi Commodities Center (DMCC). The 2023 UAE AeroPress Championships are set to be one of the most anticipated events in the UAE’s coffee calendar. This celebrated competition, known for its inclusive and welcoming atmosphere, is

Caffe Vergnano, the well-established Italian coffee roasting company, brings the taste and passion of authentic Italian coffee to the UAE. Caffe Vergnano, with more than 140 years of experience, offers its partners the finest coffee blends in the world, and gives its customers a unique experience that emphasizes the legacy of the authentic Italian espresso

INSTANT COFFEE could soon be a thing of the past and takeaway orders will drive the future of the sector, according to a new survey of the British coffee industry. The research, commissioned by Cairngorm Coffee, a UK specialty roaster, explored the lasting impact of Covid-19 on coffee consumers and their purchasing habits. It found

After making its international debut in April 2022, HWC is planning further expansion in Malaysia and its first store in Brunei Taiwan’s HWC Coffee is seeking to open 40 stores across Malaysia this year and has announced plans to launch in Brunei in April 2023. The specialty coffee chain, which operates 70 stores across Taiwan,

Visitors to Expo 2020 Dubai can not only see the diverse pavilions of the 192 participating countries, but also taste some of the best coffee cups from around the world. Visitors to the international event can pamper their senses with a selection of the best coffee offered by the cafes of the many pavilions participating

Author: Qahwa World – San Jose Source: USDA Foreign Agricultural Service – Report CS2026-0004 Date: May 20, 2026 Executive Summary Costa Rica coffee production for marketing year 2026/2027 is forecast at 1.2 million 60 kg bags, up 3.5%. Several factors limit growth despite the biennial high year: strong local currency, high fertilizer prices, lower coffee

Author: Qahwa World Source: Kanamori Coffee Lab visit and Nabeya Bi-tech company announcement Date: May 21, 2026 Executive Summary: Nabeya Bi-tech, a Japanese manufacturing company founded in 1560, has launched Bitech Farm, a domestic coffee cultivation project in Gifu Prefecture. The farm operates a 700 square meter greenhouse with automated mist systems and 100 percent

Author: Qahwa World Dubai Source: Official announcement Date: May 18, 2026 Executive Summary: Applications for Youth Academy are now open in Malaysia, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates. Malaysia deadline is June 7, 2026, with interviews on June 18 and 19, and winners announced June 30. UK deadline is June 14, 2026, with

Author: Coffee World Source: CNN/ctvnews Date: May 17, 2026 Executive Summary: Hong Kong, a city of 7.5 million people, has begun growing coffee on Lantau Island despite urban conditions. Ringo Lam, a former tech entrepreneur, started the project after bringing 100 coffee seeds from Panama six years ago. About 80 of the 100 seeds sprouted,

Dubai – Ali Azakary | Qahwa World On May 4, the European Commission published its “simplification” package for the Deforestation Regulation. Some saw it as genuine relief. Others called it cosmetic. Qahwa World continues its interview series with industry experts. After Dr. Steffen Schwarz from Germany and Kim Thompson from Dubai, our third guest is

Author: Qahwa World – Dubai Source: USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) – New Delhi Office Report Number: IN2026-0026 Date: May 13, 2026 Executive Summary India MY 2026/27 coffee production forecast at 6.14 million 60-kg bags Arabica yields expected to decline 8% due to excessive rainfall followed by extended dry spell Farmgate prices for Arabica down

Community installation invites residents to share messages of kindness and positivity in collaboration with Careem Dubai, UAE – Qahwa World FIX Dessert Chocolatier, the home-grown brand behind “The Original Dubai Chocolate,” will host a two-day interactive community installation at Kite Beach on 9–10 May, encouraging residents to share personal messages of kindness, unity, and positivity.

Dubai – Qahwa World Coffee futures traded sharply higher today. Arabica coffee rose to its highest level in one week. July arabica gained 3.43 percent. July robusta added 1.5 percent. A major supporting factor is the strength of the Brazilian real. The currency surged to a two and a quarter year high against the US

A new electrochemical method promises to do what refractometers and taste-testers alone cannot: measure both strength and roast quality in a single sip. Dubai – Qahwa World There is a quiet frustration that haunts every coffee lover’s life. You find a bag of beans you love. Bright, complex, perfectly balanced. You brew it exactly the

SUNNYVALE – AP Hundreds of years ago, Yemen helped introduce coffee to the world. Today, the mountainous, war-affected country is exporting something new: its distinctive coffeehouse culture. Yemeni coffeehouses are rapidly expanding across the United States. According to Technomic, a restaurant industry consulting firm, the number of cafés operated by six major Yemeni-style chains grew

IHCAFE forecasts continued growth in 2026/27 supported by plant nutrition, area expansion, and new plantations; exports rise 7.5% but differentiated coffee share drops sharply in early data. TEGUCIGALPA — Qahwa World Honduras will produce 5.53 million 60 kilogram bags of coffee in the 2025/26 marketing year, a 6.3 percent increase from the previous cycle, according