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The driving force behind Specialty Coffee scene in UAE

Khaleej Times

Ryan Godinho first fell in love with the fast-paced coffee industry during his school years, while working various part-time hospitality jobs in Melbourne.

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Private time is a luxury of the employed

Fltr Magazine

Launched in 2015, MEA Markets reports news from across the Middle East and Africa. Five years ago they launched the MEA Business Awards. And this year, they gave the award for Best Specialty Coffee Supplier in the Middle East to Specialty Batch.

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How Dubai graduated from Starbucks to artisan coffee

Khaleej Times

As evening sets, coffee aficionados at cafes like Raw Coffee Company, Stomping Grounds, The Grey, and Coffee Lab settle in to relish everything from Panama Geisha V60 to complicated brews, made from single-origin beans, meticulously-roasted in the cafes' own on-site roastery.

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Building a Successful Speciality Coffee Business in UAE

Khaleej Times

With the rise of coffee shops, coffee roasters and coffee-related events, more people are now exposed to a wider range of coffees. Speciality coffee is in high demand as coffee culture has evolved and people have become more interested in the art and science behind the beverage.

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5 Mistakes to Avoid When Opening a Cafe

Entrepreneur

Many individuals, not necessarily entrepreneurs, dream of having their very own cafe. There is a riveting component to the idea. In my career, I've come across numerous people who are exhilarated by the mere thought of the opportunity.

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Best Coffee Supplier 2022 Award

Issuu

Reputation, they say, is hard-earned. It's the hushed tones at the back of a bustling café, the knowing nods between baristas – this is where the tale of a premier supplier begins. In the UAE's vibrant café culture, standing out isn't just about floating to the top; it's about being the undercurrent that keeps the scene alive. At Specialty Batch Coffee, we wear our reputation like a well-fitted apron – snug, reassuring, and spotlessly professional.

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The Pro Chef Middle East – Edition 49

Issuu

Chefs, the latest edition of The Pro Chef Middle East is here. As we navigate uncertain times, this issue explores the ways in which the UAE’s F&B industry is coming together to fight against market disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Bubbling under: an industry full of beans

Gulf News

Euromonitor’s 2012 study points out that the sector is expected to remain healthy between 2011 and 2016 in terms of both value and total volume, with annual growth rates of 7 per cent and 8 per cent respectively.

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Exploring Dubai’s coffee culture ahead of the International Coffee & Tea Festival

Global Coffee Report

In looking to promote specialty coffee in the iconic city of Dubai, in United Arab Emirates, Ryan Godinho finds himself on the edge of two worlds. Traditionally, coffee is nothing new to the region.

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