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Jay Arabica ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ is a Blue Mountain coffee expert, roaster, and entrepreneur. Founder of Island Brew (www.islandbrew.ca) and a brand ambassador for Kaleido Roasters (www.kaleidoroasters.ca), dedicated to delivering exceptional coffee experiences.

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Kaleido Roasters Canada CNY Sale!
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Hurry! Offer Ends Feb 24 โ˜•๐ŸŽ‰

04.02.2026 18:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Business owner creating a space for โ€˜Ritualโ€™ at Stittsville coffee shop At Ritual on Main in Stittsville, the afternoon coffee rush is something owner Chinelo Houron lives for.

At Ritual on Main in Stittsville, Ottawa, the cafรฉ owner is creating an open, welcoming space for the community to gather and connect.

www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/artic...

03.02.2026 18:44 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Exploring the Craft of Roasting and the Precision of the Kaleido Sniper Coffee Roaster Excerpt

Whether experimenting with micro-lots or scaling production, the Kaleido Sniper delivers professional results at every stage of your roasting journey.
#Coffee
kaleidoroasters.ca/kaleido-snip...

02.02.2026 14:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Calgary coffee workers file to unionize If successful, it would apply to over 30 workers.

Calgary coffee workers file to unionize. If successful, the effort would cover more than 30 workers across the operationโ€”marking a significant step in the cityโ€™s coffee industry.
albertaworker.ca/news/calgary...

02.02.2026 13:12 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Vietnamese police seize over 7 tons of fake coffee made from soybeans Vietnamese police have launched an investigation into a warehouse in the Central Highlands for producing fake coffee made from soybeans. The raid led to the seizure of over 7 tons of counterfeit coffe...

Vietnamese police confiscated over 7 tons of material, including 4.1 tons of fake coffee products and 3 tons of raw materials, from a warehouse in Lam Dong province.
www.nationthailand.com/blogs/news/a...

30.01.2026 14:36 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Creating the cafรฉ owner's playbook - BeanScene Organisers of the Melbourne International Coffee Expo have released the full education series program designed solely with cafรฉ owners in mind.

Organisers of the Melbourne International Coffee Expo have released the full education series program designed solely with cafรฉ owners in mind.

www.beanscenemag.com.au/creating-the...

28.01.2026 12:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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A Country That Exports Coffee to the World: Rwandaโ€™s Own Coffee Culture Coffee is more than just a global commodity; it is a sensory map of the world. Today, as consumers prioritize sustainability and ethical stories behind their

In the โ€œLand of a Thousand Hills,โ€ coffee in Rwanda is more than an export โ€” itโ€™s a symbol of national rebirth and a growing local coffee culture rooted in resilience and pride. โ˜•๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡ผ

thediplomaticinsight.com/rwandas-own-...

27.01.2026 15:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Toronto coffee bar slashes prices indefinitely as cost of living soars The prices of, well, everything continue to increase in Toronto, but one local coffee shop is doing its part to tamp inflation. When Sam James Coffeeโ€ฆ

A Toronto coffee bar is slashing prices indefinitely, pushing back against the rising cost of living and making daily coffee a little more accessible. โ˜•๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

#toronto #coffee #costofliving #supportlocal #community
www.blogto.com/eat_drink/20...

26.01.2026 14:29 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Yemeni Coffee comes to Canada Despite Yemen's war causing coffee exports to collapse in the past, business owners in Edmonton are helping revive one of the world's oldest coffee traditions โ€” and local demand is suddenly growing. C...

Despite Yemen's war causing coffee exports to collapse in the past, business owners in Edmonton are helping revive one of the world's oldest coffee traditions โ€” and local demand is suddenly growing.
www.cbc.ca/player/play/...

25.01.2026 14:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Mathira coffee farmers reject M-Pesa payments, says cooperatives will die Coffee farmers in Mathira, Nyeri County, have vowed to oppose the reintroduction of the Direct Sales Settlement (DSS)

#Coffee farmers in Mathira, Nyeri County, #Kenya, are opposing the return of the DSS payment system, warning it would weaken cooperatives and farmersโ€™ collective power. โ˜•๐ŸŒ

peopledaily.digital/business/mat...

24.01.2026 22:29 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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2026: The Strategic Year to Launch Your Coffee Roasting Business with Precision Tools Excerpt

Starting a coffee roasting business isnโ€™t getting easierโ€ฆ
But it is getting smarter.
This article explains why.

kaleidoroasters.ca/2026-the-str...

24.01.2026 19:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Brazil's instant coffee sector seeks clarity on US decision to keep 50% tariff Brazil's instant coffee industry is seeking details on why it continues to face a 50% U.S. tariff, even after import charges were lifted on most of the South American country's other coffee exports, b...

Brazil's instant coffee industry is seeking details on why it continues to face a 50% U.S. tariff, even after import charges were lifted on most of the South American country's other coffee exports.
www.reuters.com/world/americ...

24.01.2026 14:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Pour Over Coffee is a Cult
YouTube video by The Hobby Trap Pour Over Coffee is a Cult

A quick, casual dive into specialty coffeeโ€”from ditching the Keurig to slow feeding, burr alignment, and the never-ending chase for the mythical God Shot.

youtube.com/watch?v=vdNx...

23.01.2026 12:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Thousands of Kenyaโ€™s Smallholder Coffee Farmers Risk Losing EU Market as Deforestation Law Takes Effect NYERI, Kenya, January 21 (IPS) - For the last twenty years, Sarah Nyaga, a smallholder farmer from Embu County in central Kenya, has farmed coffee. Like most across Kenya, she relies on the export ma...

As the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) takes effect, smallholder coffee farmers in Kenya face an existential threat.
www.globalissues.org/news/2026/01...

21.01.2026 18:42 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Kaleido M1 Lite 200g Coffee Roaster | Artisan-Ready Home Roaster Roast like a pro with the Kaleido M1 Lite. This 200g mini roaster delivers precise Artisan software control, efficient infrared heating, and exceptional consistency for home roasting enthusiasts.

Compact, capable, and built for consistencyโ€”the Kaleido M1 Lite is where serious home roasting begins.

#coffee #coffeeroaster #specialtycoffee #kaleidoroasters #kaleidosniper #islandbrew #islandcoffeetraders #technology #innovation
kaleidoroasters.ca/product/kale...

20.01.2026 16:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Choosing iced coffee over hot could reduce your exposure to microplastics, study shows Hot food may cause plastic containers to release much more microplastics, according to a new review of studies that offers practical ways to reduce exposure to...

Choosing iced coffee over hot may do more than cool you down โ€” new research suggests it could help reduce your exposure to microplastics.

www.gulftoday.ae/lifestyle/20...

19.01.2026 21:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Best Home Coffee Roasters. Kev's Reviews for 2026 If you're considering roasting your own coffee beans, leading you on a quest to find out about home coffee roasters, I've written this post just for you :-).

Exploring the best home coffee roasters and what sets them apart โ€” from precision control to roast quality, hereโ€™s whatโ€™s really worth cracking into.
#coffee #specialtycoffee #foodandbeverage
coffeeblog.co.uk/best-home-co...

19.01.2026 17:13 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Naturally Caffeine-Free Brew Italians Have Loved for Decades Barley coffee, or caffรจ dโ€™orzo, is a naturally caffeine-free Italian beverage made by roasting and brewing barley grains to create a drink that looks and tastes similar to espresso: earthy, nutty, and...

Barley coffee, or caffรจ dโ€™orzo, is a naturally caffeine-free Italian beverage made by roasting and brewing barley grains to create a drink that looks and tastes similar to espresso.
www.foodandwine.com/barley-coffe...

19.01.2026 15:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Fiber is coming for coffeeโ€™s protein craze Coffee experts say fiber could eclipse protein as the next functional add-in to your morning cup

Coffee experts say fiber could eclipse protein as the next functional add-in to your morning cup

www.salon.com/2026/01/17/f...

18.01.2026 19:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Coffee Consumption Statistics in Canada | Made in CA The popularity of coffee has been on the rise in Canada in recent years. For many Canadians, it is now an established part of their day and the country has etched its way into the top ten of global co...

This article is a must-read for anyone planning to open a coffee shop, sell or produce coffee, or looking to understand the key statistics shaping coffee consumption in Canada ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

madeinca.ca/coffee-consu...

18.01.2026 15:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Why Starbucks conquered South Korea โ€” but not Vietnam - The Korea Times HANOI, Vietnam โ€” On nearly every street, there is a cafe. People sit on low plastic stools, sipping coffee and passing the time. Motorcycle riders...

Even the worldโ€™s largest coffee brands โ€” Nestlรฉ and Starbucks, icons of American #coffee culture โ€” struggle to make their mark here.
This is #Vietnam ๐Ÿ‡ป๐Ÿ‡ณ

www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/202601...

17.01.2026 17:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Collective Roastery โ€“ A Community-Centric Model for Specialty Coffee's Future Excerpt

The Collective Roastery โ€“ A Community-Centric Model for Specialty Coffee's Future
kaleidoroasters.ca/the-collecti...

17.01.2026 14:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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How Taiwan is becoming a specialty coffee player | NHK WORLD-JAPAN News Long famous for its tea, Taiwan also has a history of cultivating coffee. Now there's a push to turn this local crop into a world-class commodity.

Long famous for its tea, Taiwan also has a history of cultivating coffee. Now there's a push to turn this local crop into a world-class commodity.
www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/...

14.01.2026 12:32 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Kaleido M1 Lite vs. Standard vs. Pro vs. Dual: Your Guide to Choosing Excerpt

M1 Lite, Standard, Pro, or Dual? ๐Ÿง Choosing the right Kaleido roaster just got easier. Our comparison reveals which model is the best fit for hobbyists, enthusiasts, and pros.
kaleidoroasters.ca/kaleido-m1-l...

13.01.2026 19:31 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The first coffee trend of 2026? - BeanScene The Shanghai Dirty Coffee has been brought to Australia, and is already making waves at one new Melbourne establishment.

Meet the Shanghai -85ยฐC (Dirty Coffeeโ€”hot espresso poured over super-cold milk in a frosted cup straight from a -85ยฐC freezer. A bold contrast thatโ€™s redefining coffee culture.
www.beanscenemag.com.au/shanghai-dir...

12.01.2026 15:44 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Cafรฉ Bienestar Supports Only 1% of Coffee Farmers Coffee producers are hoping that 2026 will be a year where the government expands support for the industry and ensures fair prices.

In Mexico, coffee growers say government programs offer minimal supportโ€”reaching just over 1% of the countryโ€™s 500,000 producers.

#mexico #coffee #specialtycoffee #agriculture #farmers
mexicosolidarity.com/cafe-bienest...

12.01.2026 15:39 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Coffee and safe haven: Inside the Skid Row cafe run by formerly unhoused women The Downtown Womenโ€™s Center cafe helps train dozens of people a year as they transition from homelessness.

Inside the Skid Row cafรฉ run by formerly unhoused women, created by the Downtown Womenโ€™s Center to restore dignity, community, and opportunity. #Dignity #Hope
#Nonprofit #SocialImpact #WomenEmpowerment #Coffee
laist.com/news/los-ang...

11.01.2026 19:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Functional Coffee Revolution: A Complete Guide for Small Coffee Businesses Excerpt

Wellness in every cup! Explore functional coffee and how your cafรฉ can benefit. โœจ #functionalcoffee #adaptogens #specialtycoffee
kaleidoroasters.ca/the-function...

08.01.2026 15:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Apongo was a rebel leader in Jamaica โ€“ a diary entry sheds light on his west African origins The search for Apongo is a small part of historiansโ€™ ongoing work to recreate the lives of Africans taken in the transatlantic slave trade.

A newly examined diary entry sheds light on Apongoโ€™s West African origins, revealing deeper insight hookup links between Jamaicaโ€™s rebel history and the African continent.
#Apongo #Jamaican #History #WestAfrican #Heritage #Caribbean #AfricanDiaspora #Jamaica

theconversation.com/apongo-was-a...

07.01.2026 18:55 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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How to explore Vietnamโ€™s rich coffee culture Born from necessity and ingenuity, Vietnamโ€™s growing coffee scene offers immersive tasting experiences for visitors.

Born from necessity and ingenuity, Vietnamโ€™s growing coffee scene offers immersive tasting experiences for visitors.
#vietnam #coffee #specialtycoffee #travel #tourism
www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/artic...

07.01.2026 17:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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