Roast & Ground Blog

• From Bean to Cup: A Journey Through Coffee in La Concepción, Peru

  In the heart of La Concepción, nestled in the lush region of Huayopata, Peru, lies a small, organic coffee farm run by the Perez family: Huber, Alida, Nilda, Giovana, and Hilario. On Day 2 of our tour, we were fortunate enough to spend time with them, learning the intricacies of how coffee is grown, harvested, and produced—an experience that connected us to the very soul of the coffee we love.

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• Discovering the Heart of Peruvian Cocoa: Our Homestay with Julia and José

  Our recent adventure in Peru took Richard and I deep into the lush landscape of La Concepción, where we had the privilege of staying with a local family and learning firsthand about the process of organic cocoa farming. Organized by the wonderful team at Coclatours, our guide Omar and driver Sebastian led us through a truly immersive experience.

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• The Best Office Coffee Machine in 2024

  For many workers, coffee is more than just a necessity for starting the day; it's a source of productivity, a means of social bonding, and a reflection of how much a company cares about its employees.

  While a great cup of coffee begins with a great coffee machine, navigating the market for one can be daunting.

  From filter coffee machines to bean-to-cup machines, self-service coffee machines, large-scale commercial machines, coffee vending machines, and more, the coffee machine market 2024 offers a wide range of options.

  But how do you choose the best one for your business?

  Choosing the best office coffee machine isn't just about the taste; it's finding a perfect match for your specific needs and workplace environment. Consider the following before making your decision.

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• Best Boiling Water Taps

  Boiling water taps are revolutionising home kitchens and office spaces alike, offering a cost-effective, time-saving, and energy-efficient solution for households and businesses. With boiling water taps, you can get instant boiling water straight from the tap – no more filling kettles then waiting for them to boil.

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• NEW Rex-Royal Bean-to-Cup Coffee Machines

  Why this Swiss manufacturer is first choice for coffee machines

  Italy may be the birthplace of espresso but the best bean-to-cup coffee machines rely on precision engineering – and that’s where the Swiss are world renowned.

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• Help 4 Kelp

  Introducing Help4Kelp, our new sustainability initiative

  At Roast & Ground, we’ve long been on a mission to ensure we are a genuinely ethical and sustainable coffee company. We work tirelessly to improve our carbon footprint and ensure that our coffee sourcing – in fact our whole business – operates in a socially responsible way.

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• Finance Solutions

  With the price of takeaway coffees shooting up on the high street, there’s never been a better time to invest in a bean-to-cup coffee machine for the workplace.

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• Navigating the Complex World of Recyclable Coffee Packaging

  Recyclable packaging – it's a buzzword that carries immense potential for environmental sustainability. Yet, we’ve learnt the journey to achieving genuinely recyclable packaging is often far more complex and frustrating than it initially seems. At Roast & Ground we embarked on a mission to create packaging that not only preserves the quality and freshness of our coffee but also ensures that customers have a clear path to recycling it. Sounds easy? We thought so, however…

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• What's better than a (free) box of chocolates?

  We think you deserve a treat! If you're ordering snacks for the office you could be in with a chance to win a box of chocolates from the team here at Roast & Ground. A 'thank you' from us to you!

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