Cold coffee beverages are becoming a more permanent part of the offer across HoReCa environments, from hotel breakfast and lobby service to restaurants, cafés, bars, terraces, catering and self-service settings. For operators, the opportunity is clear – but so is the challenge: delivering consistent taste, attractive presentation and efficient preparation without adding complexity during busy...

Founded ten years ago, N-and is an innovation driven company operating at the intersection of hardware, software and user experience design. With an international presence and a strong focus on embedded technologies, the company develops solutions that bring digital intelligence directly to machines. N-and acts as a technology partner for both OEM manufacturers and operators...

Iced coffee is no longer just a drink for hot summer days. Across many markets, cold coffee specialties have become a regular part of modern beverage menus — from coffee shops to hotels, restaurants and quick-service concepts. Today’s guests expect more choice, new flavor profiles and beverages that not only taste great, but also look...

Capitani srl an Italian company that designs and manufactures coffee machines for capsules and pods for the OCS/HORECA sectors, 100% Made in Italy. The Capitani Technical Department is available to serve its customers through consolidated know-how and a highly specialized staff. Capitani coffee machines are constantly subjected to testing and rigorous quality controls in accordance...

Design that guides consistency in professional coffee environments Franke Coffee Systems’ New A Line received the distinction “Red Dot” in the Red Dot Award: Product Design 2026, recognizing a design concept created to support intuitive operation, visual clarity, and consistent performance in professional coffee environments. In a competitive field of international submissions, the international Red...

Coffee has become one of the most visible indicators of quality in hospitality. Guests encounter it several times during their stay — at breakfast, between meetings or in the lobby — and expectations increasingly reflect the standards set by specialty cafés. When quality varies between these moments, the inconsistency is quickly noticed and can undermine...

Performance-driven design for professional coffee excellence The New A Line by Franke Coffee Systems has been awarded the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD 2026 in the Product Design discipline, recognizing its performance-driven design and the ability to deliver consistently premium in-cup quality in professional coffee environments. Presented by the independent iF Design Foundation in Germany, the...

The perfect cup of coffee starts with the grind. In Italian bars, where coffee consumption is constant, grinders face heavy daily use, yet they have traditionally been “silent” machines: they work, grind, wear out… but don’t communicate. How many coffees are made each day? How much is consumed? Is the machine performing optimally? These questions...

Ginseng root has long symbolized ancient traditions, wellness, and Eastern culture. In recent years, its popularity has grown significantly across Europe, especially in cafés and coffee bars. But what happens when this traditional beverage meets cutting-edge technology? In the Ho.Re.Ca. sector, added value doesn’t come solely from product quality—it also relies on efficient, smart equipment...

Capitani presents two new coffee machines: Cyber Cap and Cyber Plus. These devices are designed to offer high performance and a high-quality coffee drinking experience, combining advanced technology and innovative design. The Cyber coffee machines are available in two versions: – Cyber Cap: allows the preparation of short and long coffee, heats up in less...