Rebecca Connors • June 10, 2026Recipe: Raspberry Iced Matcha
This sweet and tart flavored matcha is the perfect layered drink as we transition from spring to summer.
Rebecca Connors • June 10, 2026
Rebecca Connors • June 9, 2026Recipe: Purple Sunset – Ube Cold Foam
The ube cold foam latte is a creamy, subtly sweet drink that layers rich espresso and ube-tinted milk beneath a thick cold foam is perfect for summer menus and any guest who eats with their eyes first. Adds a striking visual moment to your menu with minimal effort. Ingredients Iced Latted Base: 2 shots of
Rebecca Connors • June 7, 2026How Seasonal Changes Shape Bars & Restaurants (And How to Turn Them Into Profit)
Seasonality isn’t just about weather; it directly impacts how guests behave, what they order, and how often they visit. For bars and restaurants, it means they can plan, stay relevant, and keep revenue steady year-round. According to Toast, while peak seasons drive higher revenue for restaurants, they also create operational pressure, especially around staffing. As
Rebecca Connors • June 7, 2026Are You Running Your Coffee Cart Like a Café? You Might Be Missing Bigger Opportunities
Running a coffee cart isn’t a smaller version of a café. It’s a completely different type of service. Yet many operators approach it the same way they approach daily service – focusing on speed, menu variety, and efficiency. That’s not what defines a successful coffee cart. According to Freeman, Immersive activations, personalization, and technology are
Rebecca Connors • June 7, 2026How to Turn Major Sports Events Into Real Revenue for Your Venue
Major sports events aren’t just entertainment; they’re one of the most reliable ways for venues to increase foot traffic, average spend, and create repeat customers. In just a month, one of the world’s biggest four-year international sports tournaments will capture global attention on a massive scale – bringing together passionate fans, packed match schedules, and
Stephanie Morrison • June 4, 2026“We’re Always Relevant”: How Carrera Cafe Made Printed Latte Art Their Most Powerful Marketing Tool
Carrera Cafe has used the Ripple Maker coffee printer since 2016 to create personalized latte art, viral social media moments, and profitable brand activations. In this customer story, owner Kia Illulian explains how custom drink printing became one of his most effective marketing tools.
Rebecca Connors • June 2, 2026Recipe: The True North – fresh frozen margarita
The True North is a frozen, mint-forward cocktail that brings crisp freshness and a hint of floral sweetness together for a clean, summer-ready serve. Adds a striking visual moment to your menu with minimal complexity. Ingredients 2 oz tequila blanco 1 oz fresh lime juice ¾ oz elderflower liqueur ½ oz simple syrup 1 oz
Rebecca Connors • June 1, 2026Ripples in Barista Magazine
Discover how the Ripple Maker enhances the traditional barista craft without compromising quality, as featured in the June/July 2026 issue of Barista Magazine.
Rebecca Connors • May 28, 2026Recipe: Empress French 75
A floral, citrus-forward twist on a classic celebration cocktail, the Empress French 75 pairs indigo gin and bright lemon with a silky printed foam finish that can be customized for any occasion.
Rebecca Connors • May 26, 2026Win Every Season: A Café Playbook for Year-Round Success
Every café owner knows the feeling: a sudden drop in foot traffic, slower mornings, empty seats during hours that used to be busy. The smarter ones plan for it. Seasonality in cafés isn’t random. It’s predictable. Weather changes behavior, routines shift, and customer needs evolve throughout the year. According to Freshcup, over 60% of coffee
Stephanie Morrison • May 25, 2026How 5 Real Cafés Use a Coffee Printer to Drive Revenue, Shares, and Repeat Visits
Five real cafés share how they use the Ripple Maker coffee printer to charge premium pricing, create viral social content, and give customers a reason to come back. From seasonal menus to brand takeovers, here's how operators are turning latte art into a repeatable revenue strategy.
Stephanie Morrison • May 20, 2026The Summer 2026 Coffee Trends Every Shop Owner Needs to Know
Discover the biggest summer coffee trends shaping cafés in 2026, from cold brew growth and functional beverages to the rise of the "brewtique" experience. Backed by expert insights from former La Colombe partner Nicolas O'Connell, this guide explores the menu, design, and technology shifts helping operators increase margins, drive repeat visits, and stand out with tools like a coffee printer.
