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Nguyen Coffee Supply launches ready to drink Vietnamese coffee at Jewel-Osco stores

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BROOKLYN, NY, USA – Nguyen Coffee Supply, America’s first specialty Vietnamese coffee importer & roaster, announced today another retail expansion with 80+ Jewel-Osco stores (Albertsons Company Stores). Jewel-Osco stores will carry Nguyen Coffee Supply’s popular ready-to-drink (RTD) Vietnamese coffee cans featuring Condensed Milk (dairy) and Coconut (non-dairy) flavors. This news follows the recent announcement of Nguyen Coffee Supply’s largest retail expansion of their packaged Vietnamese coffee beans (roasted in Brooklyn, New York) at 400+ Albertsons Company Stores, one of the top five grocery chains in the United States.

Founder and CEO Sahra Nguyen said, “Chicago, the third largest city in the U.S., is a hub for diverse cultural movements. Introducing our Vietnamese coffee in the iconic Jewel-Osco stores is a proud milestone in our mission to bring the flavors of Vietnam to America.”

Nguyen Coffee Supply continues to grow its physical retail presence multiplying tenfold in the last year, now spanning over 2,600+ locations nationwide across multiple retailers, with 9,300+ points of distribution (SKU x door) across their RTD and Packaged Coffee product lines. Since 2018, Nguyen Coffee Supply has been sustainably sourcing Vietnamese coffee beans through direct-trade relationships and roasting fresh in Brooklyn, New York.

These 5+ years, Nguyen Coffee Supply has championed the resilient robusta bean (a coffee species historically excluded from specialty coffee conversations) and fought for Vietnamese coffee to have a place on mainstream supermarket shelves.

Nguyen Coffee Supply’s RTD Vietnamese coffee products are made in the U.S. with robusta beans that naturally contain 2X more caffeine, 2X more antioxidants and 60% less sugars than arabica coffee – offering consumers an elevated flavor and energy experience. Nguyen Coffee Supply’s Vietnamese coffee cans are low in sugar, ranging from zero to 8 grams of added sugars across the three SKUs, aiding to deliver a real energy boost from natural caffeine. Hailed for their differentiation and flavor innovations, Nguyen Coffee Supply’s Vietnamese coffee cans have won BevNET’s Best Product Award (Classic Black SKU), New Hope’s NEXTY Award Finalist (Condensed Milk SKU) and Food & Wine’s Best Non-Dairy Latte (Coconut SKU).

Through years of collaboration with their direct trade farmers, Nguyen Coffee Supply’s sustainably sourced robusta and arabica beans are grown in Vietnam, hand-picked at peak ripeness, processed through a full-washed method, then shipped to Brooklyn, New York where they’re roasted to highlight the unique flavors of Vietnamese coffee. Since the company’s inception, founder/CEO Sahra Nguyen has served as the company’s Head Roaster, personally developing every roast profile offered which include medium roasts, dark roasts and limited edition roasts.

Nguyen Coffee Supply products are also now available at Target, Sprouts Farmers Market, Whole Foods Market, Gopuff, Krogers’ QFC, H-E-B, Nugget Markets, Bristol Farms, and more. Nguyen Coffee Supply also ships direct-to-customers in all 50 states and internationally to Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Singapore, U.K. and is available on Amazon. Products are also available in restaurants and cafés in New York City, Washington D.C., Seattle, Kansas City and sold in FreshDirect, and Weee!

Nguyen Coffee Supply stands at the forefront of a historic coffee movement, ushering in the next wave of coffee culture rooted in the celebration of the robusta coffee species. Vietnam is the #1 robusta coffee producer in the world comprising roughly 40% of the global robusta coffee production, and yet robusta has largely been excluded from American third wave coffee culture. By innovating on robusta products (from packaged coffee to RTDs) and telling a new narrative about robusta coffee in America, Nguyen Coffee Supply continues to champion historically marginalized coffee communities globally. Sahra Nguyen’s narrative shifting work through national media, social media and active involvement in industry events have helped to disseminate information about robusta coffee to a broad audience, reshaping perceptions within the retail sector and becoming a beacon of change in the industry.

Nguyen Coffee Supply’s award winning coffee can be enjoyed in a wide array of styles including the traditional cà phê sữa đá (Vietnamese coffee with sweetened condensed milk and ice). Products include a variety of offerings from single bagged coffee beans, canned Vietnamese coffee, to various gift sets and monthly subscriptions.

Nestlé trials Quality Street paper tub in the UK

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GATWICK, UK – Next week, shoppers will see a first-of-its-kind Nestlé ‘s Quality Street tub on selected Tesco supermarket shelves. The iconic Christmas brand is launching a paper tub, and Nestlé will be trialling it in collaboration with Tesco. More than 200,000 paper tubs will go out to selected Tesco stores this festive season, carrying around 150 tonnes of the popular sweets in total. The trial is another step on Nestlé’s journey to reduce virgin plastic.

The paper tub, which comes in the signature Quality Street purple, has a luxurious design and feel, and is embellished with gold foil. The integrated re-close feature of the tub allows it to be securely closed once opened. Once empty, it can be put in household recycling.

Before going on sale, the tub has been subjected to significant testing to ensure food quality and freshness while being transported and stored.

Quality Street will be evaluating the tub’s popularity with shoppers, feedback from supply chain teams and in-store teams at Tesco, as the iconic brand continues to innovate and seek ways to improve the sustainability of its packaging.

Jemma Handley, Senior Brand Manager for Quality Street, said: “We’re looking forward to seeing what Quality Street fans make of the paper tub. A lot of care and hard work has gone into the trial and we’re proud to be the first major manufacturer to trial a paper tub at Christmas. The beautiful design has been devised specifically for a paper product and we love how it looks, and of course, shoppers can expect the same great tasting Quality Street sweets that they know and love inside.”

“We know there are some Quality Street fans who, controversially, like to put their wrappers back in the tub once they’ve eaten them – with the paper tub, they can put the paper wrappers back for a good reason – it can go straight into the recycling.”

Cheryl Allen, Head of Sustainability – Confectionery Europe at Nestlé, said: “The Quality Street paper tub is an exciting innovation that we’re really proud of here at Nestlé Confectionery. We’re committed to making our packaging more sustainable, keeping in mind the changing needs of shoppers and advancements in technology. Of course, with all potential packaging changes, we want to get it right, so this trial will bring us valuable information to inform our next steps as we keep pushing to reduce our use of virgin plastic.”

As part of the brand’s sustainability journey. In 2022, Quality Street moved to recyclable paper packaging for its twist-wrapped sweets. By replacing the double layer of foil and cellulose with a single paper wrap, Quality Street removed almost two billion pieces of packaging material from the brand’s supply chain.

Earlier this year, Nestle UK & Ireland announced that it would use traceable cocoa ingredients in all its UK-made chocolate. Quality Street is now made using cocoa mass that has been specifically sourced from cocoa farming families that are part of Nestlé’s Income Accelerator Programme.

Building on the work of Nestlé’s Cocoa Plan, the Income Accelerator programme was created in January 2022 to help close the living income gap of cocoa-farming families and reduce child labour risks within the supply chain. After a successful test with 10,000 cocoa farming families, the programme has now scaled up to 30,000 families across Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana.

By 2030, the programme aims to reach an estimated 160,000 cocoa-farming families in Nestlé’s cocoa supply chain to create impact at scale.

Cimbali Group unveils its 2023 Sustainability Report “Our Blend for the Future” highlighting the company’s commitment to ESGs

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BINASCO, Italy  – Cimbali Group, leading Italian manufacturer of professional espresso machines, unveils its new 2023 Sustainability Report, “Our Blend for the Future”. This report highlights the company’s commitment to transparency and its efforts to improve environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance, aligning with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).

“Our Blend for the Future”

Sustainability has become increasingly integral to Cimbali Group’s way of being, thinking, and acting, with its blend for the future enriched with new ingredients and aromas. The company’s horizon of responsibility has expanded: considering the impacts across the entire value chain, placing even more emphasis on people and the commitment to spreading culture; and establishing a governance model that ensures adherence to ESG principles at all levels.

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“Our blend for the future” (image provided)

This report represents a significant milestone in a journey that began over three years ago, first introduced during the HOST 2023 event, where the company showcased its commitment to sustainability alongside its initial actions.

These are the pillars of a forward-looking strategy with ambitious goals, to be achieved through incremental steps, monitoring every development—much like perfecting a coffee blend day by day.

Ethics and sustainability governance: “Our Blend in Everything”

Cimbali Group has established a robust governance model that prioritises diversity, independence, and transparent communication. With 33% of its Board of Directors composed of women, zero reports through whistleblowing channels, and 95 employees trained in anti-corruption practices, the company underscores its commitment to integrity and responsible management.

Cimbali Group People & Culture: “Our Blend to Everyone”

At the heart of Cimbali Group’s vision are its people. The company has developed policies to foster inclusivity, diversity, and employee well-being. The company employs over 800 people worldwide, with 37% of new hires in 2023 being women, and has provided more than 10,500 hours of training.

Sustainability of the Value Chain: “Our Blend Everywhere”

Cimbali Group’s approach to sustainability extends across its entire value chain, from sourcing to product design and energy use. The Group has embraced circular economy principles and increased its use of renewable energy, with 54% of its electricity consumption derived from renewable sources, 7% of which is self-produced. Additionally, 50% of its product range has been analysed through Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) studies.

Maurizio Cimbali, President of Cimbali Group, commented: “In today’s world, it is imperative for companies to be fully aware of the impact of their activities on the environment and society. Cimbali Group is ready to embrace this challenge, demonstrated by our growing commitment to integrating sustainability into our actions and business processes. Sustainability is a key pillar of our current and future growth strategy, guiding us in generating increasing value for the environment, our communities, and the broader ecosystem”.

For further details, the full 2023 Sustainability Report is available here. 

Coffee futures edge higher in both markets, Colombian production up by 20% in 2023/24 at 12.7 million bags

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MILAN – Coffee futures edged higher yesterday on short covering in both markets. In New York, the Ice Arabica’s contract for December delivery rose about 1 percent to close at 248.20 cents. In London, the most traded contract for January delivery gained $24, to settle at $4,684. The rains expected in Brazil this week, across the coffee belt, will be conducive for flowering.

But they will not be able to reverse the damage caused in the past months by the worst drought in forty years.

In Colombia, the National Federation of Producers reports that production in September was 1.071 million bags, an increase of 26.15% compared to the same month a year ago. This brings the total production for the entire 2023/24 coffee year to 12.749 million bags, or 20.18% more than in 2022/23.

Exports were similarly up last month by 19.3% to 987,000 bags in September.

Exports for the whole of 2023/24 amounted to 11.806 million, 10.1% more than the previous year. In 2024/25, Colombian production is expected to increase by a further 4% to 13 million bags.

Vietnam exported 1.1 million metric tons, or 18.33 million bags of coffee in the first nine months of this calendar year, down 11.5% from the same period last year.

Despite the drop in volume, export earnings reached a record level of $4.3 billion, according to the General Statistics Office. September exports amounted to 52,000 tons, or a 3% increase over the same month of 2023.

Gold and coffee helped propel trend-following hedge funds into positive territory in September, thanks to record commodity prices, rising equities and falling interest rates, shows a Société Générale note quoted by Reuters.

Gold has surged almost 30% this year to a record high on Sept. 26. Robusta coffee futures reached a contract high of $5,527 on 26th September.

ENSO and IOD are still neutral, says new BOM update

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The El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently neutral.

MELBOURNE, Australia – The El Niño–Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is neutral, with both sea surface temperatures (SSTs) in the central equatorial Pacific Ocean and atmospheric patterns at ENSO-neutral levels, reports the Bureau of Meteorology of the Australian Government in its latest update. While some atmospheric indicators such as pressure, cloud and trade wind patterns over the Pacific have been more La Niña-like over the past few weeks, there has yet to be a consistent/sustained signal.

The Bureau’s model suggests SSTs are likely to remain within the ENSO-neutral range (−0.8 °C to +0.8 °C) throughout the forecast period to February 2025.

Of the 6 other climate models surveyed, 3 suggest SSTs in the tropical Pacific are likely to exceed the La Niña threshold (below −0.8 °C) from October, and another 3 models forecast SSTs to fall just short of the threshold from November. Should a La Niña develop in the coming months, it is forecast to be relatively weak (in terms of the strength of the SST anomaly) and short-lived, with all models indicating a return to neutral by February.

The Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) is currently neutral, with the weekly IOD index of −0.39 °C (as of 29 September). Most models indicate that the IOD is likely to remain neutral, but weakly negative, for the rest of the year. An IOD event is unlikely.

Global SSTs remain at near-record levels, with temperatures since July falling just short of the record temperatures observed during 2023, yet well above all other years since observations began in 1854. The sustained nature of this significant global ocean heat suggests that climate patterns such as ENSO and IOD may not necessarily behave or evolve as they have in the past.

The Southern Annular Mode (SAM) is negative (as at 28 September). The SAM index is forecast to return to neutral levels during the coming week. A negative SAM typically decreases rainfall in eastern Australia during spring.

The Madden–Julian Oscillation (MJO) is currently located in the Western Hemisphere (as at 29 September). Most models suggest the MJO will move eastwards towards the Indian Ocean and weaken in the coming days and may reemerge in the Maritime Continent in mid-October.

ENSO, the IOD, the MJO and the SAM are broad indicators of the expected climate, and are just some of many factors in a complex system. The long-range forecast provides better guidance on local rainfall and temperature patterns.

Bacardí Rum and Miami Heat Star Jimmy Butler announce second Bigface Coffee Collaboration and Domino Club Event Series

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HAMILTON, Bermuda – BACARDÍ Rum and Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler are proud to announce a second collaboration with Butler’s premium coffee brand, BIGFACE. Following the success of BIGFACE’s first-ever spirits partnership with BACARDÍ in early 2024, the two are reuniting to bring the BACARDÍ x BIGFACE Café Con Ocho cocktail back to Miami.

As an avid domino player, Butler’s passion for the game perfectly complements the next phase of this collaboration. BACARDÍ will continue its popular Rum Room series, teaming up with BIGFACE Coffee to introduce the Domino Club event series. Select events will feature limited-edition merchandise inspired by Jimmy’s signature style.

“We are excited to collaborate with BACARDÍ again. Miami is a city that has shown me so much love—the culture, the energy, and the rich coffee scene are all part of my daily life. “I have enjoyed playing dominoes and visiting the parks in Miami’s Little Havana,” said Jimmy Butler, founder of BIGFACE Coffee. “Like me, BACARDÍ has a deep connection to this city, and creating the BACARDÍ x BIGFACE Café Con Ocho cocktail together with BIGFACE Coffee has been an incredible experience.”

“Jimmy Butler and his BIGFACE team have been exceptional partners, and this collaboration holds special meaning not only for BACARDÍ Rum but for the city of Miami,” said Lisa Pfenning, VP, BACARDÍ North America. “Dominoes, especially in Miami, is more than just a game – it’s a beloved tradition that unites people and fosters a sense of community. At BACARDÍ, we are all about embracing this important aspect of Miami’s culture and celebrating.”

The BACARDÍ x BIGFACE Café Con Ocho cocktail, a creative twist on the classic espresso martini, combines the smooth, rich flavors of BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho Rum, with its nutmeg and vanilla notes, with BIGFACE El Porvenir Espresso, which features aromas of grapefruit, currant, and sugarcane undertones. The BACARDÍ x BIGFACE Café Con Ocho will be available at select Miami restaurants through December 31st.

Where to find BACARDÍ x BIGFACE Café Con Ocho:

  • Cafe La Trova
  • Broken Shaker at Freehand Miami
  • Michael’s Genuine
  • Sofia Design District
  • Level 6 Rooftop
  • The Commodore at The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami
  • RUMBAR at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami
  • Phuc Yea
  • El Vecino Cigars & Cocktails

Limited merchandise will be available only at BACARDÍ Domino Club Rum Room events.

BACARDÍ x BIGFACE Café Con Ocho Recipe

  • 2oz BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho
  • 1oz BIGFACE Coffee El Porvenir Espresso
  • 0.75 oz Salted Caramel Syrup
  • Orange Wheel Garnish

Method: Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake vigorously and strain over fresh ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with an orange wheel.

Peace Coffee launches organic and fair trade coffee concentrate

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Peace Coffee Premium Concentrate (Photo: Business Wire)

MINNEAPOLIS, USA – Responding to the clear dominance of cold espresso-based beverages in coffee consumer preference, Minneapolis-based Peace Coffee is introducing an Organic and Fair Trade Peace Coffee Premium Concentrate for cold or iced espresso-based drinks. The shelf-stable, ready-to-use product — made with Peace Coffee’s sustainable and ethically-sourced Yeti Blend beans— is available now for food service and wholesale customers.

Demand is strong for Peace Coffee Premium Concentrate: the National Coffee Association reports a 300 percent increase in cold brew’s popularity compared to pre-pandemic consumption habits.

According to a 2024 Specialty Coffee Association survey, forty-two percent of past-week specialty coffee drinkers have had cold specialty coffee and seventy-five percent of past-week specialty coffee drinkers agree drinking cold brew is cool or trendy.

Peace Coffee Premium Concentrate allows foodservice operators and their busy employees to offer and easily execute a menu of specialized cold or iced beverages at an affordable price— without buying additional coffee brewing equipment.

“Peace Coffee’s success is based on consumer preference for ecologically responsible, Fair Trade-certified, expertly roasted coffee beans,” said Lee Wallace, owner and CEO of Peace Coffee.

“And with our new Premium Concentrate, consumer preference remains top of mind. Our foodservice partners and beverage consumers want a variety of coffee drink options that are affordable and reflect the latest trends. We’re proud our innovative new concentrate will satisfy both needs while delivering on the values that set Peace Coffee apart: great-tasting coffee from beans grown in harmony with the environment and sold at prices that support the communities they came from.”

Peace Coffee Premium Concentrate is made with its specially formulated blend, Yeti, a smooth, chocolatey medium roast. The concentrate comes in a 32 oz plastic bottle and is shelf stable for more than nine months, with a two-week hold time when refrigerated after opening.

Each bottle, which is available to foodservice and wholesale partners produces two gallons (256 oz) of cold brew or more than 21 12 ounce cold or iced espresso-based drinks. For more information and to order, visit Peace Coffee here.

Since 1996, Peace Coffee has been In It For Good, and has purchased more than 15 million pounds of green coffee from small-scale farmer cooperatives in over 12 countries. In 2023, 98 percent of its coffee came from cooperatives that Peace Coffee has had relationships with for more than five years.

Three cents a pound for every pound Peace Coffee buys goes into Carbon, Climate and Coffee initiatives. The socially conscious coffee roasting company is a certified B Corp, bringing transparency to the coffee industry while delivering expertly roasted, fair trade and organic coffee to its many fans across the United States.

Zavida Coffee Roasters expands holiday lineup with new Nespresso-compatible espresso capsule Advent Calendar

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The 2024 Zavida 24 Days of Coffee Advent Calendars, Available in Nespresso®-compatible and Keurig®-compatible varieties at Walmart Canada locations from November 21st, and online at zavida.com now. (CNW Group/Zavida Coffee Roasters)

VAUGHAN, ON, Canada – Zavida Coffee Roasters is expanding their holiday lineup for 2024. After the success of last year’s 24 Days of Coffee Advent Calendar, the Canadian coffee roaster is expanding production by introducing a Nespresso-compatible version alongside the return of their Keurig-compatible offering.

“The popularity of our first Advent Calendar exceeded expectations, and this year we’re taking things even further,” said Darlyn Reyes, Senior Director of Marketing and eCommerce at Zavida, “With the launch of the Nespresso®-compatible calendar, we’re not just repeating last year’s success; we’re innovating and evolving, offering more variety, and giving coffee lovers a chance to explore life’s flavours with Zavida.”

New Nespresso-Compatible Espresso Collection Advent Calendar

For the first time, Zavida is offering a Nespresso-compatible Advent Calendar. This new calendar features 24 days of premium espresso in 100% aluminum capsules, offering a mix of eight blends, with both flavoured and non-flavoured options included. Compatible with the Nespresso Original system, the lineup includes bestsellers like Crème Brûlée and exciting newcomers such as Almond Biscotti and Raspberry Chocolate, alongside bold and classic espresso blends. Each day delivers a surprise brew to be enjoyed hot or cold—perfect for espresso enthusiasts seeking both variety and an at-home luxury coffee experience.

Returning Keurig-Compatible Advent Calendar

The Keurig®-compatible version of Zavida’s Advent Calendar is back and better than ever. Featuring 24 different flavoured coffee capsules—including exclusive holiday blends like Orange Chocolate, Coconut Snowflake, and more—each day offers a new and exciting flavour adventure. The 2024 calendar features the return of select customer favourites while introducing a few delightful surprises to ensure every day of the countdown delivers something special for Keurig® users. This year’s calendar promises a warm, festive journey through a wide variety of flavours, perfect for celebrating the holiday season.

Zavida: A Blend of Holiday Spirit and Craftsmanship

Both Zavida Advent Calendars are designed to infuse fun and innovation into your daily coffee routine, creating a sense of anticipation and joy throughout the holiday season. By encouraging customers to experiment and discover new blends, these calendars transform each day into an exciting opportunity to savour the diverse flavours that Zavida has to offer.

PlantX Life provides update on eCommerce platform BloomBox Club

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VANCOUVER, BC, Canada –  PlantX Life Inc. announces new developments for its online indoor plant subscription company, BloomBox Club. BloomBox Club will now benefit from its fulfillment partner, Flora, having been acquired by Bloomique, a Netherlands-based greenhouse provider.

According to Bloomique, this acquisition significantly expands the product catalog by providing access to a larger range of greenhouses, enabling BloomBox Club to offer customers an even broader selection of plants.

As part of this transition, BloomBox Club is set to add 200 new SKUs to its online platform, giving plant enthusiasts more variety than ever before. Additionally, the company has implemented automated packing processes to streamline operations and reduce the risk of missing items in orders, enhancing the overall customer experience.

Lorne Rapkin, CEO of PlantX Life Inc., expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership: “Working with Bloomique has been a breath of fresh air for us. We’ve already seen tremendous progress, and we’re excited to introduce hundreds of new SKUs to our offerings, just in time for the holiday season. We expect this expansion to drive even stronger performance during this important period.”

With these improvements, the company believes that BloomBox Club will continue to strengthen its presence in the indoor plant space, providing customers with an unparalleled experience and an ever-growing catalog of products to enhance their homes and lifestyles.

Paris Baguette to open new café in Brooklyn

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BROOKLYN, N.Y., USA – Paris Baguette, the neighborhood bakery café concept with 4,000 cafés worldwide including over 180 in North America, has seen significant growth in the past year. Susana Wu and Donna Wu, who are helping to lead the brand’s expansion in New York, will soon be opening in Brooklyn. Having recently secured real estate at 532 5th Ave Brooklyn, NY 11215, Susana and Donna are on track to open their first Paris Baguette café in early 2025.

Susana Wu and Donna Wu have been best friends since they were 16. Now, alongside their business partner Ryan Zhao, they are embarking on a new chapter of their relationship as co-franchisees of Paris Baguette in Brooklyn, New York. Susana, with her background in data analytics at Uber, and Donna, a seasoned customer service and home kitchen cabinetry design expert, teamed up with Zhao, a successful restaurant manager and investor, to step outside the conventional corporate structure and create something of their own as two moms looking to make their mark in the business world.

Their collective decision to franchise with Paris Baguette was driven by a shared love for the brand’s products, a belief in its long-term potential and the opportunity to introduce a unique fusion of French and Asian bakery items to the Park Slope community, an area they felt was underserved in terms of such culinary offerings.

“Paris Baguette is very popular in Korea and they are so creative with the pastries and products,” said Donna. “But it is not the typical bakery you would find around a primarily caucasian neighborhood like Brooklyn. It’s great that we can introduce this concept to the community and make it more diverse.”

The Brooklyn deal will bring the total number of bakery cafés within New York to 37. With plans to expand their venture by opening additional locations in the future, these “mompreneurs” are setting a new standard for what it means to pursue one’s dreams against the odds, hoping to pave the way for more minority-owned businesses in their community.

As their growth continues, Paris Baguette is looking to the 1,000-unit mark in the U.S. by 2030 and working to expand through meaningful partnerships with local entrepreneurs who show a genuine interest in uniting their neighbors through connections over delicious baked goods and artisan coffee drinks.

“We’re on a mission to re-establish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community across the U.S., and we’re excited to see Susana and Donna bring this to life in their local trade area,” said Darren Tipton, Chief Executive Officer of Paris Baguette. “In our cafés we like to say, ‘Happy to see you. Happier to serve you.’ And we know Susana and Donna will wholeheartedly embrace this approach in their neighborhood.”

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