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My career journey to owning a business
This week is National Careers Week – so to mark the occasion, I am sharing my career journey in the hopes I can inspire some people to...
Sarah Smy
Mar 4, 20242 min read
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Spread kindness with one small action
Imagine a world where people take care of themselves, look out for each other and nurture the environment. Sounds great, right? Well, we...
Sarah Smy
Feb 16, 20242 min read
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Out with the ‘blue’ and in with the ‘brew’
At Sarah's Coffee Shop, we believe in turning "Blue Monday" into something much warmer and inviting – Brew Monday. In collaboration with...
Sarah Smy
Jan 15, 20242 min read
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What is a Flat White and why are they so popular?
At Sarah’s Coffee Shop, we are about to spill the beans on the popular Flat White. The coffee beverage that originated in Australia and...
Sarah Smy
Dec 18, 20232 min read
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Addressing the issue of plastic pollution
Today is Oceans of Plastic Day – a global campaign aimed at addressing the pressing issue of plastic pollution in our oceans. At Sarah’s...
Sarah Smy
Nov 22, 20232 min read
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Four new flavours to enjoy this autumn!
As the vibrant shades of autumn start to paint the world around us, we introduce four new flavours for you to enjoy.
Sarah Smy
Oct 19, 20232 min read
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Celebrating our third birthday!
Three years ago I sold my first cup of coffee. Fast forward to 2023, I’m closing in on serving 90,000 hot drinks as Sarah’s Coffee Shop...
Sarah Smy
Sep 29, 20232 min read
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Meet Jacqui: Colchester’s coffee queen
If you’ve come to see us at our Colchester branch, then chances are you’ve been served by our city’s resident coffee queen, Jacqui....
Sarah Smy
Sep 19, 20232 min read
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We’ve opened a new location!
I am so thrilled to announce that Sarah’s Coffee Shop has expanded again, for the second time this year, and we have taken over the café...
Sarah Smy
Aug 2, 20232 min read
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Crunching the numbers: Did you know these coffee facts?
At Sarah’s Coffee Shop, we’re crazy about coffee! There are so many facts about coffee that we bet you didn’t know, so let me enlighten...
Sarah Smy
Jun 27, 20232 min read
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Bring your medal - get 50% off!
Colchester Half-Marathon was back last week and saw thousands of runners and spectators take to the streets of our city. The sun was...
Sarah Smy
May 25, 20232 min read
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De-stress over a cuppa this Stress Awareness Month
At Sarah’s Coffee Shop, we know the importance of taking time to relax and unwind. That’s why this Stress Awareness Month, we’ve always...
Sarah Smy
Apr 27, 20232 min read
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We’ve got a new horsebox!
I am so excited to announce that Sarah’s Coffee Shop has expanded and we now have a catering trailer for hire! When I came across a...
Sarah Smy
Mar 31, 20232 min read
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We’re ready for the Colchester Half Marathon!
All of us at Sarah’s Coffee Shop are thrilled to sponsor the return of the popular Colchester Half Marathon this spring. Thousands of...
Sarah Smy
Feb 20, 20232 min read
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Look after yourself this January
Christmas is a busy time for us all – and while it is the season of joy and goodwill, none of us are immune to the stresses it can bring....
Sarah Smy
Jan 19, 20232 min read
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Did you know we’re on Just Eat?!
Did somebody say… Sarah’s Coffee Shop delivered to their door!? That’s right – I am so excited to offer my customers delivery through the...
Sarah Smy
Jan 5, 20232 min read
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It’s World Sandwich Day!
Are you bready for World Sandwich Day? Here at Sarah’s Coffee Shop, we think our sandwiches are the best thing since sliced bread. Our...
Sarah Smy
Nov 3, 20222 min read
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Take a break this National Work Life Week!
This National Work Life Week, we take a look at the importance of taking a well-earned break and how an artisan coffee can be the...
Sarah Smy
Oct 14, 20222 min read
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Sarah’s Coffee Shop turns two!
I can’t quite believe that Sarah’s Coffee Shop is two years old! Obviously, I would not have reached this milestone without my baristas,...
Sarah Smy
Sep 16, 20222 min read
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It’s ‘Plastic Free July’!
This month is Plastic Free July – where people are encouraged to do all they can to reduce plastic usage and waste. At Sarah’s Coffee...
Sarah Smy
Jul 25, 20222 min read
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