The London Coffee Festival Podcast https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/ en ℗ & © William Reed Ltd Founder Stays On is the new podcast from London Coffee Festival where coffee founders share the real stories behind the brands you love. Each episode brings two founders together for an unfiltered conversation about the highs, lows, and lessons of building a coffee business. From bold ideas and big risks to the culture and values that keep them going, this is where passion meets reality. Perfect for coffee lovers, entrepreneurs, and anyone curious about what it truly takes to create a coffee business. #FounderStaysOn #LondonCoffeeFestival #SpecialtyCoffee #CoffeeCulture #CoffeeCommunity #CoffeePodcast #CoffeeEntrepreneurs #CoffeeBusiness #CoffeeLovers #CoffeeLife #CoffeeTalk #CoffeeRoasters #CoffeeJourney #CoffeeStories #CoffeeInnovation https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/a5866a04-137f-11ef-85ae-57d2fdf91e42/image/3dba09624122d38103547e72f6b20ef7.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress The London Coffee Festival Podcast https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/ no episodic William Reed Ltd Founder Stays On is the new podcast from London Coffee Festival where coffee founders share the real stories behind the brands you love. Each episode brings two founders together for an unfiltered conversation about the highs, lows, and lessons of building a coffee business. From bold ideas and big risks to the culture and values that keep them going, this is where passion meets reality. Perfect for coffee lovers, entrepreneurs, and anyone curious about what it truly takes to create a coffee business. #FounderStaysOn #LondonCoffeeFestival #SpecialtyCoffee #CoffeeCulture #CoffeeCommunity #CoffeePodcast #CoffeeEntrepreneurs #CoffeeBusiness #CoffeeLovers #CoffeeLife #CoffeeTalk #CoffeeRoasters #CoffeeJourney #CoffeeStories #CoffeeInnovation Founder Stays On is the new podcast from London Coffee Festival where coffee founders share the real stories behind the brands you love. Each episode brings two founders together for an unfiltered conversation about the highs, lows, and lessons of building a coffee business. From bold ideas and big risks to the culture and values that keep them going, this is where passion meets reality. Perfect for coffee lovers, entrepreneurs, and anyone curious about what it truly takes to create a coffee business.

#FounderStaysOn #LondonCoffeeFestival #SpecialtyCoffee #CoffeeCulture #CoffeeCommunity #CoffeePodcast #CoffeeEntrepreneurs #CoffeeBusiness #CoffeeLovers #CoffeeLife #CoffeeTalk #CoffeeRoasters #CoffeeJourney #CoffeeStories #CoffeeInnovation

]]> William Reed Ltd antonia.carew@wrbm.com LCF In Conversation: Inclusivity in Coffee in partnership with SEND Coffee Recorded live on Thursday 26 February 2026, this was the very first event in our new LCF In Conversation series an evening built around honesty, lived experience, and a shared commitment to shaping a more equitable future for specialty coffee. This episode explores what true inclusion looks like in specialty coffee. In partnership with SEND Coffee, we brought together leading voices to discuss accessibility, belonging, and the systemic changes needed across the industry. Featuring Harry George, Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood, Jodie Williams and Muriel Morgan Walckiers, the conversation highlights the power of listening, creating welcoming spaces, and embedding inclusion into everyday business practices. For more information visit: https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/journal-1/lcf-conversation-inclusivity-coffee-night-honest-dialogue-community-energy Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:06:00 -0000 full William Reed Ltd Recorded live on Thursday 26 February 2026, this was the very first event in our new LCF In Conversation series an evening built around honesty, lived experience, and a shared commitment to shaping a more equitable future for specialty coffee. This episode explores what true inclusion looks like in specialty coffee. In partnership with SEND Coffee, we brought together leading voices to discuss accessibility, belonging, and the systemic changes needed across the industry. Featuring Harry George, Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood, Jodie Williams and Muriel Morgan Walckiers, the conversation highlights the power of listening, creating welcoming spaces, and embedding inclusion into everyday business practices. For more information visit: https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/journal-1/lcf-conversation-inclusivity-coffee-night-honest-dialogue-community-energy Recorded live on Thursday 26 February 2026, this was the very first event in our new LCF In Conversation series an evening built around honesty, lived experience, and a shared commitment to shaping a more equitable future for specialty coffee. This episode explores what true inclusion looks like in specialty coffee. In partnership with SEND Coffee, we brought together leading voices to discuss accessibility, belonging, and the systemic changes needed across the industry.

Featuring Harry George, Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood, Jodie Williams and Muriel Morgan Walckiers, the conversation highlights the power of listening, creating welcoming spaces, and embedding inclusion into everyday business practices.

For more information visit: https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/journal-1/lcf-conversation-inclusivity-coffee-night-honest-dialogue-community-energy

]]> 3137 no Founder Stays On Podcast: Episode 6 with Max Dubeil and Katherine Swift In this final Founder Stays On episode before the London Coffee Festival 2026, Katherine Swift, Founder of OMGTea, talks with Max Dubiel, Founder of Redemption Roasters - the world’s first prison‑based specialty coffee company. Max shares how Redemption grew from roasting behind prison walls to becoming a leading social‑impact brand reducing reoffending through barista training and meaningful employment. They also explore the rise of matcha, the future of coffee from low‑caffeine trends to cold formats ethical sourcing, and how wellness is reshaping what consumers want. Katherine shares the OMGTea journey and why provenance and quality matter more than ever. An inspiring conversation at the intersection of coffee, matcha, and social purpose. Please note: this episode includes background noise due to being recorded in a coffee shop, which may intermittently interfere with audio. This podcast is brought to you by the London Coffee Festival - discover more at https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/ and catch up on the rest of the podcast episodes. Our thanks to Hermanos Colombian Coffee Roasters Muro Aldgate for hosting the recording. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:08:00 -0000 full William Reed Ltd In this final Founder Stays On episode before the London Coffee Festival 2026, Katherine Swift, Founder of OMGTea, talks with Max Dubiel, Founder of Redemption Roasters - the world’s first prison‑based specialty coffee company. Max shares how Redemption grew from roasting behind prison walls to becoming a leading social‑impact brand reducing reoffending through barista training and meaningful employment. They also explore the rise of matcha, the future of coffee from low‑caffeine trends to cold formats ethical sourcing, and how wellness is reshaping what consumers want. Katherine shares the OMGTea journey and why provenance and quality matter more than ever. An inspiring conversation at the intersection of coffee, matcha, and social purpose. Please note: this episode includes background noise due to being recorded in a coffee shop, which may intermittently interfere with audio. This podcast is brought to you by the London Coffee Festival - discover more at https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/ and catch up on the rest of the podcast episodes. Our thanks to Hermanos Colombian Coffee Roasters Muro Aldgate for hosting the recording. In this final Founder Stays On episode before the London Coffee Festival 2026, Katherine Swift, Founder of OMGTea, talks with Max Dubiel, Founder of Redemption Roasters - the world’s first prison‑based specialty coffee company. Max shares how Redemption grew from roasting behind prison walls to becoming a leading social‑impact brand reducing reoffending through barista training and meaningful employment.

They also explore the rise of matcha, the future of coffee from low‑caffeine trends to cold formats ethical sourcing, and how wellness is reshaping what consumers want. Katherine shares the OMGTea journey and why provenance and quality matter more than ever.

An inspiring conversation at the intersection of coffee, matcha, and social purpose.

Please note: this episode includes background noise due to being recorded in a coffee shop, which may intermittently interfere with audio.

This podcast is brought to you by the London Coffee Festival - discover more at https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/ and catch up on the rest of the podcast episodes.

Our thanks to Hermanos Colombian Coffee Roasters Muro Aldgate for hosting the recording.

]]> 2034 Founder Stays On Podcast: Episode 5 with Katherine Swift and Brendan Olley In this episode, Katherine Swift, founder of OMGTea, and Brendan Olley, co‑founder of Shed, discuss the purpose‑driven origins of their businesses and the realities of building authentic brands in the wellness and specialty coffee worlds. Katherine shares how OMGTea was born from her mother’s cancer diagnosis and her discovery of matcha’s powerful health benefits, while Brendan reflects on the growth of Shed from a creative co‑working community into a multi‑site coffee and studio brand. Together, they explore the rise of matcha, the pressures of founder life, sustainable growth, and staying true to their values. A warm, insightful conversation about passion, purpose, and building businesses with heart. If you’re a coffee lover, café owner, or a creative thinking about starting something of your own, this episode offers grounded insight, real‑world experience, and plenty of inspiration from two founders who’ve lived it. This podcast is brought to you by the London Coffee Festival — discover more at https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/ Recorded at Hermanos Colombian Coffee Roasters - Muro Aldgate location. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:32:00 -0000 full William Reed Ltd In this episode, Katherine Swift, founder of OMGTea, and Brendan Olley, co‑founder of Shed, discuss the purpose‑driven origins of their businesses and the realities of building authentic brands in the wellness and specialty coffee worlds. Katherine shares how OMGTea was born from her mother’s cancer diagnosis and her discovery of matcha’s powerful health benefits, while Brendan reflects on the growth of Shed from a creative co‑working community into a multi‑site coffee and studio brand. Together, they explore the rise of matcha, the pressures of founder life, sustainable growth, and staying true to their values. A warm, insightful conversation about passion, purpose, and building businesses with heart. If you’re a coffee lover, café owner, or a creative thinking about starting something of your own, this episode offers grounded insight, real‑world experience, and plenty of inspiration from two founders who’ve lived it. This podcast is brought to you by the London Coffee Festival — discover more at https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/ Recorded at Hermanos Colombian Coffee Roasters - Muro Aldgate location. In this episode, Katherine Swift, founder of OMGTea, and Brendan Olley, co‑founder of Shed, discuss the purpose‑driven origins of their businesses and the realities of building authentic brands in the wellness and specialty coffee worlds.

Katherine shares how OMGTea was born from her mother’s cancer diagnosis and her discovery of matcha’s powerful health benefits, while Brendan reflects on the growth of Shed from a creative co‑working community into a multi‑site coffee and studio brand.

Together, they explore the rise of matcha, the pressures of founder life, sustainable growth, and staying true to their values.

A warm, insightful conversation about passion, purpose, and building businesses with heart.

If you’re a coffee lover, café owner, or a creative thinking about starting something of your own, this episode offers grounded insight, real‑world experience, and plenty of inspiration from two founders who’ve lived it.

This podcast is brought to you by the London Coffee Festival — discover more at https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/

Recorded at Hermanos Colombian Coffee Roasters - Muro Aldgate location.

]]> 2447 Founder Stays On Podcast: Episode 4 with Santiago Gamboa and Christopher Fields In this episode, Santiago Gamboa, Co-Founder of Hermanos Coffee Roasters and Christopher Fields, Co-Founder of Shed sit down for an honest conversation about what it really takes to build and sustain an independent coffee business in London. Recorded inside a Hermanos Muro in Aldgate East, they reflect on the nerves of opening a first shop, the shock of opening a second, the realities of roasting in tiny spaces, and how COVID reshaped neighbourhood trade. They talk openly about working closely with the people you trust, staying consistent as you grow, and the tough moments — including when closing a site becomes the smartest decision you can make. They also share what's next: strengthening existing shops, expanding wholesale, exploring franchising, and building long‑term brand resilience. If you’re a coffee lover, café owner, or a creative thinking about starting something of your own, this episode offers grounded insight, real‑world experience, and plenty of inspiration from two founders who’ve lived it. This podcast is brought to you by the London Coffee Festival — discover more at https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/ Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:17:00 -0000 full William Reed Ltd In this episode, Santiago Gamboa, Co-Founder of Hermanos Coffee Roasters and Christopher Fields, Co-Founder of Shed sit down for an honest conversation about what it really takes to build and sustain an independent coffee business in London. Recorded inside a Hermanos Muro in Aldgate East, they reflect on the nerves of opening a first shop, the shock of opening a second, the realities of roasting in tiny spaces, and how COVID reshaped neighbourhood trade. They talk openly about working closely with the people you trust, staying consistent as you grow, and the tough moments — including when closing a site becomes the smartest decision you can make. They also share what's next: strengthening existing shops, expanding wholesale, exploring franchising, and building long‑term brand resilience. If you’re a coffee lover, café owner, or a creative thinking about starting something of your own, this episode offers grounded insight, real‑world experience, and plenty of inspiration from two founders who’ve lived it. This podcast is brought to you by the London Coffee Festival — discover more at https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/ In this episode, Santiago Gamboa, Co-Founder of Hermanos Coffee Roasters and Christopher Fields, Co-Founder of Shed sit down for an honest conversation about what it really takes to build and sustain an independent coffee business in London.

Recorded inside a Hermanos Muro in Aldgate East, they reflect on the nerves of opening a first shop, the shock of opening a second, the realities of roasting in tiny spaces, and how COVID reshaped neighbourhood trade.

They talk openly about working closely with the people you trust, staying consistent as you grow, and the tough moments — including when closing a site becomes the smartest decision you can make.

They also share what's next: strengthening existing shops, expanding wholesale, exploring franchising, and building long‑term brand resilience.

If you’re a coffee lover, café owner, or a creative thinking about starting something of your own, this episode offers grounded insight, real‑world experience, and plenty of inspiration from two founders who’ve lived it.

This podcast is brought to you by the London Coffee Festival — discover more at https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/


]]> 2623 Founder Stays On Podcast: Episode 3 with Santiago Gamboa and Kirby Sinclair https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/podcast Santiago Gamboa, Co‑Founder of Hermanos Coffee Roasters, & Kirby Sinclair of The Roasting PartyFrom roasting in living rooms to building award‑winning specialty coffee brands, Santiago and Kirby share raw, honest stories about community, resilience, and shaping the future of coffee. Recorded at BloomsYard, Level 2, 100 Liverpool St, London EC2M 2AT. 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more stories from the people shaping specialty coffee. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 22:30:00 -0000 full 2 3 William Reed Ltd Santiago Gamboa, Co‑Founder of Hermanos Coffee Roasters, & Kirby Sinclair of The Roasting PartyFrom roasting in living rooms to building award‑winning specialty coffee brands, Santiago and Kirby share raw, honest stories about community, resilience, and shaping the future of coffee. Recorded at BloomsYard, Level 2, 100 Liverpool St, London EC2M 2AT. 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more stories from the people shaping specialty coffee. Santiago Gamboa, Co‑Founder of Hermanos Coffee Roasters, & Kirby Sinclair of The Roasting Party
From roasting in living rooms to building award‑winning specialty coffee brands, Santiago and Kirby share raw, honest stories about community, resilience, and shaping the future of coffee.

Recorded at BloomsYard, Level 2, 100 Liverpool St, London EC2M 2AT.

🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more stories from the people shaping specialty coffee.

]]> 3353 Founder Stays On Podcast: Episode 2 with Kirby Sinclair and Bharti Radix Next Episode: Bharti Radix x Kirby Sinclair Ever dreamt of opening a coffee shop? Bharti Radix (BloomsYard) and Kirby Sinclair (The Roasting Party) reveal what it really takes - from building a brand and leading a team to surviving the toughest times in hospitality. Recorded at BloomsYard, Level 2, 100 Liverpool St, London EC2M 2AT, this candid conversation is packed with insights for coffee lovers and entrepreneurs alike. 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more stories from the people shaping specialty coffee. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:40:00 -0000 full 2 2 William Reed Ltd Next Episode: Bharti Radix x Kirby Sinclair Ever dreamt of opening a coffee shop? Bharti Radix (BloomsYard) and Kirby Sinclair (The Roasting Party) reveal what it really takes - from building a brand and leading a team to surviving the toughest times in hospitality. Recorded at BloomsYard, Level 2, 100 Liverpool St, London EC2M 2AT, this candid conversation is packed with insights for coffee lovers and entrepreneurs alike. 🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more stories from the people shaping specialty coffee. Next Episode: Bharti Radix x Kirby Sinclair
Ever dreamt of opening a coffee shop? Bharti Radix (BloomsYard) and Kirby Sinclair (The Roasting Party) reveal what it really takes - from building a brand and leading a team to surviving the toughest times in hospitality.

Recorded at BloomsYard, Level 2, 100 Liverpool St, London EC2M 2AT, this candid conversation is packed with insights for coffee lovers and entrepreneurs alike.

🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more stories from the people shaping specialty coffee.


]]> 1859 Founder Stays On Podcast: Episode 1 with Bharti Radix and Jayne Cromwell https://www.londoncoffeefestival.com/podcast The new Founder Stays On Podcast from the London Coffee Festival kicks off with Bharti Radix, founder of BloomsYard and Jayne Cromwell co-founder of Carnival Coffee Roasters. Two founders, one honest conversation, no script — covering bootstrapping, scaling, staffing challenges, and surviving COVID. Real talk about resilience, community, and building independent coffee businesses in London. Recorded at BloomsYard, Level 2, 100 Liverpool St, London EC2M 2AT . Thu, 08 Jan 2026 22:36:00 -0000 full 2 1 William Reed Ltd The new Founder Stays On Podcast from the London Coffee Festival kicks off with Bharti Radix, founder of BloomsYard and Jayne Cromwell co-founder of Carnival Coffee Roasters. Two founders, one honest conversation, no script — covering bootstrapping, scaling, staffing challenges, and surviving COVID. Real talk about resilience, community, and building independent coffee businesses in London. Recorded at BloomsYard, Level 2, 100 Liverpool St, London EC2M 2AT . The new Founder Stays On Podcast from the London Coffee Festival kicks off with Bharti Radix, founder of BloomsYard and Jayne Cromwell co-founder of Carnival Coffee Roasters.

Two founders, one honest conversation, no script — covering bootstrapping, scaling, staffing challenges, and surviving COVID.

Real talk about resilience, community, and building independent coffee businesses in London.

Recorded at BloomsYard, Level 2, 100 Liverpool St, London EC2M 2AT .


]]> 2048 Episode Twelve: La Marzocco’s history of impactful collaborations In this special episode of the Let it Brew podcast recorded at London Coffee Festival 2025 Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Paul Kelly to explore La Marzocco’s rich history of groundbreaking collaborations across fashion, design, and specialty coffee. From high-profile projects with Porsche, and Rimowa they dive into what collaboration really means for the iconic espresso machine maker. Together, they unpack the brand’s creative mindset, the values that drive its co-creations, and the surprising moments that have shaped La Marzocco’s journey. You won't want to miss it! #Londoncoffeefestival #LetItBrew #CoffeeCulture #SpecialtyCoffee #LaMarzocco Fri, 06 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0000 full William Reed Ltd In this special episode of the Let it Brew podcast recorded at London Coffee Festival 2025 Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Paul Kelly to explore La Marzocco’s rich history of groundbreaking collaborations across fashion, design, and specialty coffee. From high-profile projects with Porsche, and Rimowa they dive into what collaboration really means for the iconic espresso machine maker. Together, they unpack the brand’s creative mindset, the values that drive its co-creations, and the surprising moments that have shaped La Marzocco’s journey. You won't want to miss it! #Londoncoffeefestival #LetItBrew #CoffeeCulture #SpecialtyCoffee #LaMarzocco In this special episode of the Let it Brew podcast recorded at London Coffee Festival 2025 Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Paul Kelly to explore La Marzocco’s rich history of groundbreaking collaborations across fashion, design, and specialty coffee.

From high-profile projects with Porsche, and Rimowa they dive into what collaboration really means for the iconic espresso machine maker.

Together, they unpack the brand’s creative mindset, the values that drive its co-creations, and the surprising moments that have shaped La Marzocco’s journey.

You won't want to miss it!

#Londoncoffeefestival #LetItBrew #CoffeeCulture #SpecialtyCoffee #LaMarzocco

]]> 928 Episode Eleven: Building the Dream Coffee Shop with Rob Ward and Freda Yuan Host Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Rob Ward (Slayer) and Freda Yuan (Origin Coffee) to dream up their ultimate coffee shop concepts and let’s just say, we’d visit both. Think: 🇫🇷 Coffee & crêpes in the South of France 🎸 A smoky lounge with Eric Clapton Unplugged on repeat 🚲 Bikes, brews, and bold ideas Big thanks to @OzoneCoffee for hosting! #Londoncoffeefestival #LetItBrew #CoffeeCulture #SpecialtyCoffee #CafeDreams Wed, 30 Apr 2025 11:51:00 -0000 full 1 11 William Reed Ltd Host Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Rob Ward (Slayer) and Freda Yuan (Origin Coffee) to dream up their ultimate coffee shop concepts and let’s just say, we’d visit both. Think: 🇫🇷 Coffee & crêpes in the South of France 🎸 A smoky lounge with Eric Clapton Unplugged on repeat 🚲 Bikes, brews, and bold ideas Big thanks to @OzoneCoffee for hosting! #Londoncoffeefestival #LetItBrew #CoffeeCulture #SpecialtyCoffee #CafeDreams Host Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Rob Ward (Slayer) and Freda Yuan (Origin Coffee) to dream up their ultimate coffee shop concepts and let’s just say, we’d visit both.

Think: 🇫🇷 Coffee & crêpes in the South of France
🎸 A smoky lounge with Eric Clapton Unplugged on repeat
🚲 Bikes, brews, and bold ideas

Big thanks to @OzoneCoffee for hosting!
#Londoncoffeefestival #LetItBrew #CoffeeCulture #SpecialtyCoffee #CafeDreams

]]> 1765 no Episode Ten: Building the Dream Coffee Shop with Ashley Palmer-Watts and Bryan Serwatka In this episode of the Let It Brew podcast, host Alex Dantes-Smith welcomes Ashley Palmer-Watts—former Executive Chef at The Fat Duck and Dinner by Heston, and Co-Founder of Artisan Coffee Co. and The Devonshire, Soho @devonshiresoho—along with Bryan Serwatka, Coffee Community Manager at @minorfigures. They explore their ultimate dream coffee shop concepts, each bringing a unique vision to the table. Bryan’s Dream Café – Quivering Lips. Think Rolling Stones meets Flaming Lips artwork, built on a foundation of community and inclusivity. Ashley’s Coffee House - a dynamic hub for art and music, featuring Tipsy Donuts filled with rich caramel, inspired by Heston’s legendary Tipsy Cake. Special thanks to Bloomsyard for hosting this episode! You won't want to miss it! Episode 10 is out now! #LetItBrew #CoffeeCulture #Podcast #SpecialtyCoffee Tue, 11 Mar 2025 11:01:00 -0000 full William Reed Ltd In this episode of the Let It Brew podcast, host Alex Dantes-Smith welcomes Ashley Palmer-Watts—former Executive Chef at The Fat Duck and Dinner by Heston, and Co-Founder of Artisan Coffee Co. and The Devonshire, Soho @devonshiresoho—along with Bryan Serwatka, Coffee Community Manager at @minorfigures. They explore their ultimate dream coffee shop concepts, each bringing a unique vision to the table. Bryan’s Dream Café – Quivering Lips. Think Rolling Stones meets Flaming Lips artwork, built on a foundation of community and inclusivity. Ashley’s Coffee House - a dynamic hub for art and music, featuring Tipsy Donuts filled with rich caramel, inspired by Heston’s legendary Tipsy Cake. Special thanks to Bloomsyard for hosting this episode! You won't want to miss it! Episode 10 is out now! #LetItBrew #CoffeeCulture #Podcast #SpecialtyCoffee In this episode of the Let It Brew podcast, host Alex Dantes-Smith welcomes Ashley Palmer-Watts—former Executive Chef at The Fat Duck and Dinner by Heston, and Co-Founder of Artisan Coffee Co. and The Devonshire, Soho @devonshiresoho—along with Bryan Serwatka, Coffee Community Manager at @minorfigures.

They explore their ultimate dream coffee shop concepts, each bringing a unique vision to the table.

Bryan’s Dream Café – Quivering Lips. Think Rolling Stones meets Flaming Lips artwork, built on a foundation of community and inclusivity.

Ashley’s Coffee House - a dynamic hub for art and music, featuring Tipsy Donuts filled with rich caramel, inspired by Heston’s legendary Tipsy Cake.

Special thanks to Bloomsyard for hosting this episode!

You won't want to miss it! Episode 10 is out now!

#LetItBrew #CoffeeCulture #Podcast #SpecialtyCoffee

]]> 1156 Episode Nine: Building the Dream Coffee Shop with Ollie Simon and Bugra Marasali In this episode of Let It Brew, host Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Ollie Simon, GM of Brand and Marketing at Allpress Espresso UK, and Bugra Marasali, Founder of Lodestar Coffee—to explore their ultimate dream coffee shop concepts. From flat whites to macchiatos, Ollie shares his espresso journey, while Bugra keeps it unapologetically pure: "You don’t go to a kebab shop and order a pizza"—so why serve anything but great coffee? Expect deep insights, bold opinions, and plenty of caffeine-fueled conversation. Episode 9 is out now! Special thanks to Origin Coffee for hosting this episode. #LetItBrew #CoffeeCulture #Podcast #SpecialtyCoffee Tue, 11 Feb 2025 13:01:00 -0000 full William Reed Ltd In this episode of Let It Brew, host Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Ollie Simon, GM of Brand and Marketing at Allpress Espresso UK, and Bugra Marasali, Founder of Lodestar Coffee—to explore their ultimate dream coffee shop concepts. From flat whites to macchiatos, Ollie shares his espresso journey, while Bugra keeps it unapologetically pure: "You don’t go to a kebab shop and order a pizza"—so why serve anything but great coffee? Expect deep insights, bold opinions, and plenty of caffeine-fueled conversation. Episode 9 is out now! Special thanks to Origin Coffee for hosting this episode. #LetItBrew #CoffeeCulture #Podcast #SpecialtyCoffee In this episode of Let It Brew, host Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Ollie Simon, GM of Brand and Marketing at Allpress Espresso UK, and Bugra Marasali, Founder of Lodestar Coffee—to explore their ultimate dream coffee shop concepts.

From flat whites to macchiatos, Ollie shares his espresso journey, while Bugra keeps it unapologetically pure: "You don’t go to a kebab shop and order a pizza"—so why serve anything but great coffee?

Expect deep insights, bold opinions, and plenty of caffeine-fueled conversation. Episode 9 is out now!

Special thanks to Origin Coffee for hosting this episode.

#LetItBrew #CoffeeCulture #Podcast #SpecialtyCoffee


]]> 926 Episode Eight: Building the Dream Coffee Shop with Kurt Stewart and Roosa Jalonen Why settle for the ordinary when you can sip your latte surrounded by cuddly chaos? In this episode of Let It Brew, Alex Dantes-Smith chats with Kurt Stewart, Master Roaster and Founder of Volcano Coffee Works, and Roosa Jalonen, Coffee Specialist, Arabica Q Grader, and the newly crowned UK Barista Champion 2024. Together, they dive into their ultimate dream coffee shop concepts. Roosa’s vision? A café that doubles as a petting zoo. Picture this: a sanctuary where frothy cappuccinos meet fluffy companions—puppies, kittens, baby goats, and ducklings proving that the best conversations happen in spaces filled with warmth (and wagging tails). Episode 8 of the Let It Brew Podcast is OUT NOW! Special thanks to Volcano Works for hosting us for this recording. Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:59:30 -0000 full William Reed Ltd Why settle for the ordinary when you can sip your latte surrounded by cuddly chaos? In this episode of Let It Brew, Alex Dantes-Smith chats with Kurt Stewart, Master Roaster and Founder of Volcano Coffee Works, and Roosa Jalonen, Coffee Specialist, Arabica Q Grader, and the newly crowned UK Barista Champion 2024. Together, they dive into their ultimate dream coffee shop concepts. Roosa’s vision? A café that doubles as a petting zoo. Picture this: a sanctuary where frothy cappuccinos meet fluffy companions—puppies, kittens, baby goats, and ducklings proving that the best conversations happen in spaces filled with warmth (and wagging tails). Episode 8 of the Let It Brew Podcast is OUT NOW! Special thanks to Volcano Works for hosting us for this recording. Why settle for the ordinary when you can sip your latte surrounded by cuddly chaos? In this episode of Let It Brew, Alex Dantes-Smith chats with Kurt Stewart, Master Roaster and Founder of Volcano Coffee Works, and Roosa Jalonen, Coffee Specialist, Arabica Q Grader, and the newly crowned UK Barista Champion 2024. Together, they dive into their ultimate dream coffee shop concepts.

Roosa’s vision? A café that doubles as a petting zoo. Picture this: a sanctuary where frothy cappuccinos meet fluffy companions—puppies, kittens, baby goats, and ducklings proving that the best conversations happen in spaces filled with warmth (and wagging tails).

Episode 8 of the Let It Brew Podcast is OUT NOW!

Special thanks to Volcano Works for hosting us for this recording.

]]> 1556 Episode Seven: Building the Dream Coffee Shop with Bharti Radix and Camilla Morgan Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Bharti Radix, Founder of Bloomsyard and Camilla Morgan, Head of Business Development and Customer Relationships at Eversys UK Ltd to discuss their dream coffee shops. Coffee at the top ⬆ zipline to the bottom ⬇ - because who needs a drive-thru when you’ve got adventure? Episode 7 of the 'Let It Brew' Podcast is OUT NOW! Special thanks to Bloomsyard for hosting us for this recording. Fri, 03 Jan 2025 19:21:00 -0000 full William Reed Ltd Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Bharti Radix, Founder of Bloomsyard and Camilla Morgan, Head of Business Development and Customer Relationships at Eversys UK Ltd to discuss their dream coffee shops. Coffee at the top ⬆ zipline to the bottom ⬇ - because who needs a drive-thru when you’ve got adventure? Episode 7 of the 'Let It Brew' Podcast is OUT NOW! Special thanks to Bloomsyard for hosting us for this recording. Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Bharti Radix, Founder of Bloomsyard and Camilla Morgan, Head of Business Development and Customer Relationships at Eversys UK Ltd to discuss their dream coffee shops.

Coffee at the top ⬆ zipline to the bottom ⬇ - because who needs a drive-thru when you’ve got adventure?

Episode 7 of the 'Let It Brew' Podcast is OUT NOW!

Special thanks to Bloomsyard for hosting us for this recording.

]]> 2444 Episode Six: Building the Dream Coffee Shop with Will Corby and Josh Tarlo Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Will Corby from Pact Coffee and Josh Tarlo from Headstand to discuss their dream coffee shops. Leave your worries at the door, grab a hammock, and step through a magic portal to your coffee haven zen —just don’t ask for an Americano or Builder’s Tea! You won't want to miss this one. Enjoy! Special thanks to Ozone for hosting us for this recording. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:34:25 -0000 full William Reed Ltd Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Will Corby from Pact Coffee and Josh Tarlo from Headstand to discuss their dream coffee shops. Leave your worries at the door, grab a hammock, and step through a magic portal to your coffee haven zen —just don’t ask for an Americano or Builder’s Tea! You won't want to miss this one. Enjoy! Special thanks to Ozone for hosting us for this recording. Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Will Corby from Pact Coffee and Josh Tarlo from Headstand to discuss their dream coffee shops.

Leave your worries at the door, grab a hammock, and step through a magic portal to your coffee haven zen —just don’t ask for an Americano or Builder’s Tea! You won't want to miss this one. Enjoy!

Special thanks to Ozone for hosting us for this recording.

]]> 1601 Episode Five: Building the Dream Coffee Shop with Alexandra Dalton and Emily Roach Alex Dantes-Smith chats with Alexandra Dalton of Rascal Coffee and Emily Roach from Ozone Coffee about their dream coffee shops. Alex’s New Orleans coffee shop, Apapachar (translated as hugs in Spanish), blends dive bar vibes in New Orleans and a no-laptops policy—unless you don’t mind being tucked away in a dark corner! Meanwhile, Emily’s vision features a Scandinavian-inspired haven with a pet dog, toasted banana bread, and Emo 2000's playlists – ‘fringes only!’ Special thanks to Ozone Coffee for hosting this recording. Tue, 19 Nov 2024 14:02:57 -0000 full William Reed Ltd Alex Dantes-Smith chats with Alexandra Dalton of Rascal Coffee and Emily Roach from Ozone Coffee about their dream coffee shops. Alex’s New Orleans coffee shop, Apapachar (translated as hugs in Spanish), blends dive bar vibes in New Orleans and a no-laptops policy—unless you don’t mind being tucked away in a dark corner! Meanwhile, Emily’s vision features a Scandinavian-inspired haven with a pet dog, toasted banana bread, and Emo 2000's playlists – ‘fringes only!’ Special thanks to Ozone Coffee for hosting this recording. Alex Dantes-Smith chats with Alexandra Dalton of Rascal Coffee and Emily Roach from Ozone Coffee about their dream coffee shops.

Alex’s New Orleans coffee shop, Apapachar (translated as hugs in Spanish), blends dive bar vibes in New Orleans and a no-laptops policy—unless you don’t mind being tucked away in a dark corner! Meanwhile, Emily’s vision features a Scandinavian-inspired haven with a pet dog, toasted banana bread, and Emo 2000's playlists – ‘fringes only!’

Special thanks to Ozone Coffee for hosting this recording.

]]> 1114 Episode Four: Building the Dream Coffee Shop with Paul Ross and Maxwell Dashwood Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Paul Ross from Special Guests Coffee and Maxwell Dashwood from Colonna Coffee to discuss their dream coffee shops. A gym/coffee shop? In the New Forest? With a ring of ponies? And an owner that asks you to leave if you don't order a clean coffee? Yeah, buddy! You won't want to miss this one. Enjoy! Special thanks to Ozone for hosting us for this recording. Tue, 08 Oct 2024 22:15:00 -0000 full William Reed Ltd Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Paul Ross from Special Guests Coffee and Maxwell Dashwood from Colonna Coffee to discuss their dream coffee shops. A gym/coffee shop? In the New Forest? With a ring of ponies? And an owner that asks you to leave if you don't order a clean coffee? Yeah, buddy! You won't want to miss this one. Enjoy! Special thanks to Ozone for hosting us for this recording. Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with Paul Ross from Special Guests Coffee and Maxwell Dashwood from Colonna Coffee to discuss their dream coffee shops.

A gym/coffee shop? In the New Forest? With a ring of ponies? And an owner that asks you to leave if you don't order a clean coffee? Yeah, buddy! You won't want to miss this one. Enjoy!

Special thanks to Ozone for hosting us for this recording.

]]> 1884 Episode Three: Building the Dream Coffee Shop with Brad Morrison and Steve Nulty In this episode of The Let it Brew Podcast, our host Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with two coffee industry experts - The Hagen Project's Head of Coffee, Steve Nulty and Brad Morrison, owner of Dark Arts to explore the ultimate question: What would your dream coffee shop look like? We dive deep into the creativity of both of their dream coffee shops. From the quirky names (think coffee pub, anyone?) to the perfect location. Want to know which roasters they’d feature, or the eccentric trait that would make their shop unforgettable? Special thanks to Daze Coffee Shop - pop-up lovechild of @batchbabycoffee and @paradox_design_coffee. Fri, 13 Sep 2024 01:20:00 -0000 full William Reed Ltd In this episode of The Let it Brew Podcast, our host Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with two coffee industry experts - The Hagen Project's Head of Coffee, Steve Nulty and Brad Morrison, owner of Dark Arts to explore the ultimate question: What would your dream coffee shop look like? We dive deep into the creativity of both of their dream coffee shops. From the quirky names (think coffee pub, anyone?) to the perfect location. Want to know which roasters they’d feature, or the eccentric trait that would make their shop unforgettable? Special thanks to Daze Coffee Shop - pop-up lovechild of @batchbabycoffee and @paradox_design_coffee. In this episode of The Let it Brew Podcast, our host Alex Dantes-Smith sits down with two coffee industry experts - The Hagen Project's Head of Coffee, Steve Nulty and Brad Morrison, owner of Dark Arts to explore the ultimate question: What would your dream coffee shop look like?

We dive deep into the creativity of both of their dream coffee shops. From the quirky names (think coffee pub, anyone?) to the perfect location. Want to know which roasters they’d feature, or the eccentric trait that would make their shop unforgettable?

Special thanks to Daze Coffee Shop - pop-up lovechild of @batchbabycoffee and @paradox_design_coffee.

]]> 1358 Episode Two: Building the Dream Coffee Shop with Paul Kelly from La Marzocco In this episode, Alex Dantes-Smith chats with Paul Kelly from La Marzocco about Building his Dream Coffee shop. They cover everything from the perfect location and unique food items to coffee equipment and Paul’s favourite music. Special thanks to Daze Coffee Shop - pop-up lovechild of @batchbabycoffee and @paradox_design_coffee. Find them at 207, 1 Westgate St, London, United Kingdom E83RL. Tue, 16 Jul 2024 16:31:00 -0000 full William Reed Ltd In this episode, Alex Dantes-Smith chats with Paul Kelly from La Marzocco about Building his Dream Coffee shop. They cover everything from the perfect location and unique food items to coffee equipment and Paul’s favourite music. Special thanks to Daze Coffee Shop - pop-up lovechild of @batchbabycoffee and @paradox_design_coffee. Find them at 207, 1 Westgate St, London, United Kingdom E83RL. In this episode, Alex Dantes-Smith chats with Paul Kelly from La Marzocco about Building his Dream Coffee shop. They cover everything from the perfect location and unique food items to coffee equipment and Paul’s favourite music. Special thanks to Daze Coffee Shop - pop-up lovechild of @batchbabycoffee and @paradox_design_coffee. Find them at 207, 1 Westgate St, London, United Kingdom E83RL.

]]> 855 Episode One: Building the Dream Coffee Shop In the inaugural episode, host Alex Dantes-Smith, Head of European Retail at Fellow, delves into the theme of "Building the Dream Coffee Shop." Joining Alex in this engaging and insightful conversation are: Andrea Ventrice, National Account Manager at Califia Farm; Caroline Schray, Senior Regional Manager at Fellow; Dan Fellows, UK Brand Ambassador at Slayer Espresso. From choosing the right equipment to creating a memorable customer experience, the panel share their invaluable insights and experiences. Thu, 23 May 2024 17:02:00 -0000 full William Reed Ltd In the inaugural episode, host Alex Dantes-Smith, Head of European Retail at Fellow, delves into the theme of "Building the Dream Coffee Shop." Joining Alex in this engaging and insightful conversation are: Andrea Ventrice, National Account Manager at Califia Farm; Caroline Schray, Senior Regional Manager at Fellow; Dan Fellows, UK Brand Ambassador at Slayer Espresso. From choosing the right equipment to creating a memorable customer experience, the panel share their invaluable insights and experiences. In the inaugural episode, host Alex Dantes-Smith, Head of European Retail at Fellow, delves into the theme of "Building the Dream Coffee Shop."

Joining Alex in this engaging and insightful conversation are:

  • Andrea Ventrice, National Account Manager at Califia Farm;
  • Caroline Schray, Senior Regional Manager at Fellow;
  • Dan Fellows, UK Brand Ambassador at Slayer Espresso.

From choosing the right equipment to creating a memorable customer experience, the panel share their invaluable insights and experiences.

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