In a bold move that underscores its aggressive growth strategy, Third Wave Coffee has opened 11 new cafés in a single day across five major cities—Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Mumbai, and Mysuru. This rapid rollout pushes the brand’s footprint to 165 cafés across 12 cities, marking a major milestone in India’s fast-evolving specialty coffee market. Scaling…
Mexican quick-service hospitality giant Alsea has strengthened its foothold in Latin America by acquiring 100% ownership of Starbucks’ franchise operations in Colombia. The group finalized the deal after purchasing joint venture partner Grupo Nutresa’s 30% stake for an undisclosed sum, granting it full control of Starbucks’ presence in the country. Alsea now operates 72 licensed…
Heritage at the Heart of Coffee Qamaria Yemeni Coffee, a specialty coffee brand rooted in Yemen’s centuries-old coffee traditions, is making waves across the United States. By emphasizing authentic Yemeni beans, cultural storytelling, and traditional brewing methods, Qamaria offers something different in a crowded U.S. coffee market. For many coffee lovers, Yemeni coffee represents a…
Coffee Prices Surge to a 12-Year High Coffee has always been one of the most traded commodities in the world, but recent supply chain disruptions, climate-related crop failures, and rising global demand have pushed coffee prices to their highest point in over a decade. For coffee lovers, this means a more expensive cup. For franchise…
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol has announced ambitious plans to open 500 new outlets across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) over the next five years, signaling renewed confidence in one of the company’s most strategically important international regions. The announcement comes less than a month after Starbucks’ long-time MENA partner, Alshaya Group, paused plans…
At Star Brands Consulting Group, our mission has always been clear—to empower entrepreneurs, franchisees, and investors with the insights, strategies, and connections they need to succeed. Today, we’re proud to announce a bold new step in that journey: the launch of our Franchise Master network of niche websites. These specialized platforms are designed to provide…
December 11, 2024 marked another milestone for Starbucks as it opened its first store in Honduras, extending its presence to 88 global markets. The debut store, located in San Pedro Sula, comes through a strategic partnership with Premium Restaurants of America (PRA), Starbucks’ trusted franchise partner in Latin America since 2010. A Landmark Opening in…
Hello and welcome to Coffee Franchise Master! We’re excited to finally open our doors and introduce a platform dedicated to one of the world’s most dynamic industries—the coffee business. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned franchise investor, or a coffee lover ready to turn passion into profit, this space is built for you. Who…