Coffee News
News and stories from the coffee world.
2013
Rok espresso wins Award
Rok Espresso maker wins an award at the London Coffee Festival.
2013
Gourmet Coffee Taster Packs – Which is Your Favourite?
With so many great Haute Culture gourmet coffees to choose from we know how hard it can be to know which to order.
2013
Handpresso Portable Espresso Maker - Don’t Leave Home Without One!
We don’t like to think of ourselves as coffee snobs but we do like a really good espresso and sometimes that can be hard to find, especially when on the move or visiting friends.
2013
Le Café Shop Backs Guiseley AFC
Le Café Shop is proud to sponsor Guiseley AFC midfielder Wayne Brooksby in their 2012-13 season in the Blue Square Bet North.
2013
Practical Gifts for Valentine’s Day
In this age of austerity the hunt for Valentine's gifts that are useful as well as desirable has never been more important.
2013
The UK Best Independent Coffee Shops
Check out the UK's 50 Best independent coffee shops thanks to The Independent.
2012
Flavored Coffee Syrup Recipes
Here's a small selection of Luxury Coffee Syrup Recipes for those who like Flavored Coffees ...
2012
ROK Club Voucher Code
When you buy a ROK Espresso Maker from us, you automatically qualify for 20% off our coffees!
2012
A British Made Espresso Machine with French Coffee
We’ve been flying the flag for Europe at Le Café Shop HQ recently as our latest coffee machine, the Fracino Piccino has been put to the test.
2012
How to Make Perfect Coffee Using a Simple French Press
The CEO of one of the world’s biggest coffee shop chains let slip recently that he believed the best cup of coffee is made using a simple cafetiere or French press.
2012
The ROK Coffee Maker – A Simple Way to Make Really Good Espresso
The all new ROK coffee maker has landed. It’s certainly getting coffee loving fans talking and has received plenty of praise in the press along with some outstanding reviews.
2012
Aerobie Aeropress Espresso Maker – Low Cost & Great Taste
We’re always on the lookout for exciting new products for people who love their coffee as much as we do, so we couldn’t wait to share our latest find with our customers.
2012
ROK the band, Music Video of ‘One Squeeze’
'One Squeeze', the slightly saucy video of the ROK Espresso Maker really Rocks!
2012
How to Make Coffee With The Aeropress
Learn how to make an espresso or americano using the Aeropress with this excellent video.
2012
Branded Coffee Tins for Corporate Events & Gifts
Events, seminars, competitions, celebrations and important business meetings call for an imaginative approach to brand promotion, marketing and public relations so we’ve come up with the perfect way to get your message across.
2012
Coffee Subscription Means Coffee Direct Your Door
Now you never need to run out of your favourite Haute Culture gourmet coffee thanks to the new monthly home delivery service from LeCafeShop.co.uk.
2012
Caffeine Boost for Business Gets Thumbs Up from Theo
LeCaféShop is one of the latest winners of Dragon’s Den star Theo Paphitis’s #SBS competition after we tweeted about our new marketing tool for businesses.
2012
No Rise in Postage with LeCaféShop
Royal Mail may have increased its prices recently but at Le Café Shop we’ve not only held our prices for First Class service, we’ve also made sure we’re offering even better value than our competitors.
2012
Rare Luxury Gourmet Coffee
Two of the world’s rarest and most sought after coffees are proving a hit with Le Café Shop customers who not only seem keen to try out exotic Kopi Luwak and luxurious Jamaican Blue Mountain for themselves but also want to buy the stylishly presented packs as gifts for the coffee lovers in their lives.
2012
Kopi Luwak Gourmet Coffee Now Available
We are delighted to announce that we now stock our own Haute Culture 100% certified gourmet Kopi Luwak coffee beans.
2012
Top Five Travel Products for Coffee Connoisseurs
Here's our Selection of Top Five Travel Products for Coffee Connoisseurs When On the Move or For The Office
2012
Kopi Luwak Coffee, What The Fuss All About ...
What is Kopi Luwak coffee? (also called civet or cat poop) ... It's simply one of the most expensive and rarest variety of coffees in the world!
2012
Coffee Branded with Your Business Logo for Corporate Events
Our new range of tailor made “Company Coffee” in branded tins is quickly becoming a popular marketing tool for businesses who are looking for new & exciting ways to promote their brand.
2012
Coffee On the Move with the Grindripper
Enjoy LeCaféShop's delicious gourmet coffee beans on the move with the Revolutionary Grindripper.
2012
Take A Step for Fairtrade with LeCafeShop
Fairtrade Fortnight, which runs from 27th February to 11th March 2012, aims to raise awareness of Fairtrade products and the work done by the Fairtrade Foundation to improve the trade system for farmers in developing countries.
2012
Stylish Wedding Presents for Coffee Lovers
When it comes to choosing the perfect wedding gift today’s super stylish couples have set the bar high, presenting the humble wedding guest with something of a challenge.
2012
Finest Coffee Destinations Around The World
Some of the Finest Coffee Destinations and The Greatest Global Coffee Producers Around The World
2011
Famous coffee drinkers and quotes
IT touches the lives of many on a daily basis so it is no surprise coffee has been a huge talking point among the rich and famous since it was first sipped.
2011
Say Merry Christmas with a gift box
WITH Christmas fast approaching, why not allow LeCafeShop to solve your present-buying problems with some of our unique, exclusive, eco-friendly gift ideas?
2011
New mugs and gifts for coffer lovers
HOME of delicious Haute Culture coffees and stunning coffee makers, LeCafeShop are delighted to announce the launch of their new range of high quality coffee mugs, a range so special and exclusive they have been recommended by none other than Marie Claire UK magazine.
2011
Drinking coffee in the workplace
WITH over 2.5 billion cups consumed every day perhaps it is no surprise to learn coffee is the world’s fifth most traded commodity - which may explain its popularity in the workplace where its very existence, taste and smell is discussed at great length along with the other, equally important issues of the day!
2011
Cafe Culture on the Cote d’Azur
Despite what you may have read about the demise of the French cafe culture, I can confirm it is as vibrant, pertinent and relevant today as ever, so order that coffee, relax and take time to understand just what exactly Prendre le temps de vivre means!
2011
Coffee Gifts For Fathers day
Fathers Day is fast approaching, if you are still looking for that new and unique gift idea but running out of time, then we can help ...
2011
Best Places to Enjoy Coffee around the World
For the true coffee lover, the search for the perfect cup of coffee isn’t over until they have explored every corner of the globe. Here are some of the best places to enjoy coffee around the world.
2011
Bean to cup espresso machines, what are they all about?
With the increasing demand for fresh, quality coffee coupled with the advancements in coffee machine technology, sales of bean-to-cup machines for homes, offices and commercial use have been prolific.
2011
What is triple certified coffee?
The social and environmental impact of the coffee we choose to drink often goes unrecognised whilst we leisurely sip our freshly brewed coffee as part of a daily ritual.
2011
New Coffee Generation Won’t Put the Kettle On
It seems the younger generation in the workplace is turning its back on instant hot drinks in favour of americanos, cappuccinos and lattes ...
2010
Valentine’s Coffee Gift Ideas
Whether your other half is already a coffee lover, or they are yet to explore the amazing varieties of coffee available, you are sure to find the perfect gift idea here.
2010
And The Winner Is ...
Who won the 2 bottles of Haute Culture 2005 Bordeaux red wine?
2010
Win two bottles of Bordeaux French wine
Your chance to win 2 bottles of Haute Culture 2005 Bordeaux red wine worth £50!
2010
Which coffee, Rain Forest Alliance or Fairtrade?
There has been a shift in recent years in many businesses starting to promote the Rainforest Alliance over what used to be the more favoured option of the Fair Trade logo.
2010
LeCafeShop Anniversary Offer
The 25th October 2010 marks the 2nd Anniversary of LeCafeShop. To celebrate we are offering FREE DELIVERY for every purchase over £25...all week!
2010
Coffee Drink Recipes
We have a growing collection of Coffee Drink Recipes - check them out! You can make really tasty drinks from coffee, and they don’t all have to be hot ones!
2010
LeCafeShop on Facebook and TheGoodWebGuide
Delighted to be listed on TheGoodWebGuide, you can follow the LeCafeShop on our new Facebook page.
2010
Macmillan ‘World’s Largest Coffee Morning’ in Meanwood
Supporting the Macmillan World's Largest Coffee Morning!
2010
Members of the Specialty Coffee Association of Europe
We are are proud to announce we are members of the Specialty Coffee Association of Europe.
2010
Unusual Coffee Makers - The Presso vs. the Atomic
Looking for a special gift or Christmas present for the coffee lover in your family but not sure which to choose? Two of our most unusual and most popular coffee makers are The Presso and The Atomic.
2010
Exciting Coffee News …
Just received the newly designed and produced boxes for our gifts sets and coffee boxes for all occasions and look and feel great.
2010
Heart attack in a glass
'Heart attack in a glass' is the latest milkshake trend in LA...
2010
Moderate coffee drinking may benefit some heart attack patients
Researchers said that a couple of cups of coffee every day may help some heart attack patients to avoid further serious problems, provided they have normal blood pressure. The findings come as a surprise considering the fact that strong coffee can cause palpitations. However, the discovery underlines the complex nature of coffee's effect on the body.
2010
Krups and Duallit Coffee Grinders in stock
Stock Update - At last, we have just received Krups and Duallit burr coffee grinders which are now in stock. (7th May).
2010
Presso is Sunday Times’ Coffee Gadget of the Month
Read Rob Nash's excellent review of the Presso coffee maker in the Sunday Times gadget of the month section.
2010
Nespresso Spring Offer and Nespresso News
For a limited period of time only, Nespresso are offering a £40 voucher of their coffee capsules for any new purchase of a new Nespresso Coffee Machine.
2010
10 things I love about Speciality Coffee
A fascinating piece on the coffee and specialists roasters community written by Stephen Armstrong, Master Roaster at Speakeasy Roasteries and recently published on his blog.
2010
French Radio Online
Paris Chanson is the first and only Internet radio dedicated to French music that is aimed at an English speaking audience. Transport yourself to the Paris Boulevards without moving from your chair ...
2010
What’s a flat white coffee and how to make one?
Originating from New Zealand and Australia, a flat white is a coffee drink prepared by pouring steamed milk from the bottom of steaming milk jug over a single or double shot of espresso.
2010
What’s all the fuss about Nespresso?
The meaning of word 'espresso' originates from the Italian 'esprimere', which means 'to express' or 'to extract'. This refers to the process by which pressurized hot water is forced through ground coffee to produce an coffee based drink. So, what’s all the fuss about the Nespresso coffee machines?
2009
What is Rainforest Alliance coffee?
Coffee is farmed on about 30 million acres worldwide, an area nearly the size of England. Most of the farms are in areas regarded as high priorities for conservation. Coffee lovers can now support farmers who maintain these refuges by buying coffee with the Rainforest Alliance seal of approval.
2009
Learn about Fairtrade coffee
Fairtrade coffee is purchased directly from the farmers for a higher price than standard coffee. Fair Trade coffee is one of many Fair-Trade certified products available around the world.
2009
Two Yorkshire Cafe Shops in Guardians Top 10
For coffee-lovers who want to avoid the ubiquitous chains swamping the UK, there are an increasing number of independent shops that will give you an infinitely tastier cup, and more than likely save you money to boot. Here's the Guardians top 10 cafe shops, of which 2 are based in Yorkshire ...
2009
I Love My Coffee Song
A brilliant tune and great guitar work dedicated to, yes you've guessed it ... nice one Marc. Can you do a French remix 's'il te plait?'
2009
Google To Roll Out Caffeine
Not real coffee news I suppose, however, interesting to see that those clever dudes from Google are into their coffee too ...!
2009
Single Origin Coffees
Single origin gourmet coffee have become extremely popular among coffee drinkers over the past few years. Like a fine French wine, coffee beans have different flavour profiles and nuances according to where they are cultivated.
2009
French Coffee Songs
Just wanted to bring you some of my favorite French coffee songs (taken from YouTube). Feel free to share with friends and let us if you have any more you want to tell us about.
2009
Haute Culture Gourmet Coffee on top of the world …
When it comes to reaching for the top, LeCafeShop definitely does it in style, sending their business coach, Steve Phillip over 1800 metres to the summit of Alp d’Huez in the French Alps, together with a vacuum sealed pack of the company’s Haute Culture gourmet coffee...
2009
What is Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee?
Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee is arguably one of the best coffees in the World, it is produced on the island of Jamaica in the Caribbean.
2009
How does the Atomic Coffee maker work?
Here are a few tips and a YouTube video that will help you see and understand how the famous iconic Atomic coffee maker works.
2009
Coffee may reverse Alzheimer’s
Drinking five cups of coffee a day could reverse memory problems seen in Alzheimer's disease, US scientists say.
2009
Coffee Factoids
A few interesting coffee related stories, factoids and trivia we hope you'll enjoy reading, with a cup of your favorite brew of course!
