Thermoplan acquired the Mikafi countertop roaster project last year and will showcase the machine at an upcoming industry event. The compact device aims to make in-house coffee roasting more accessible for smaller cafés.
Thermoplan acquired Mikafi in August 2025. The machine measures 60cm deep and 50cm wide, fits standard café countertops, and includes an integrated exhaust air filtration system that eliminates the need for extra ventilation.
Cimbali Group and Mazzer have introduced their first joint product, the Mazzer x Slayer grinder, at the London Coffee Festival.
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Cafes facing higher expenses are roasting coffee on site to control margins and create new revenue streams. Green bean prices exceeded four dollars per pound in early 2025, while rent, wages and other costs have climbed since the pandemic.
Turkey's centuries-old Turkish coffee culture persists, but specialty coffee shops and roasters are proliferating across major cities. Younger consumers drive demand for espresso, filter, and milk-based drinks, while local brands eye global markets. Consumption has risen 15.6% annually, per the International Coffee Organisation.
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A collection of recent updates from the coffee world includes testing of AI tools and championship results.
Winning the World Barista Championship remains a major achievement in specialty coffee, but modern barista champions are adapting to industry changes by pursuing ambassadorships, content creation, and digital audiences. Rising competition costs and tight margins push them toward diversified careers. Recent winners like Mikael Jasin and Jack Simpson exemplify this shift.