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Reimagining the office cafe
Camden Council needed to reconnect staff to the office and their teams, but they were very conscious that flexible working and the increase in living costs made time challenging for staff. The wanted a solution that would be inclusive, sustainable and flexible to their changing needs.
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What are the top healthy foods for the workplace?
Offering a range of healthy and diet-specific food to your associates throughout the day has huge benefits for both employees and businesses. But what are the top healthy foods employees want and why should you consider them for your workplace?
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The vitality of staying hydrated in the modern workplace
In the fast-paced, technology-driven world we live in today, the importance of staying hydrated in the workplace cannot be overstated. Proper hydration isn't just about quenching your thirst; it's about maintaining your overall health, enhancing cognitive function, and increasing productivity. As we embrace the latest trends in vitamin and flavoured water, staying hydrated at work has never been more enticing or beneficial.
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How tea is enjoyed around the world
There are approximately 1,500 types of tea around the world and after water, tea is the second most popular beverage in the world. In 2021, 297 billion litres of tea were consumed world-wide.
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The most popular iced coffee drinks
Iced coffee is a popular category in the Food & Beverage space. With more than 170 million iced beverages being sold across the UK annually and an equally scaled version across Europe, the iced coffee industry sees a consistent growth of 14.3% annually and with the sector estimated to be valued at £660m by the end of this year.
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30 Office Snack Ideas
Snacks are a regular topic of conversation in any office space – from taste and health benefits to convenience. And the quality of snacks available in the office can also improve wellbeing and performance, boosting employee morale and productivity. In this article, Selecta highlights 30 office snack ideas – including some unique and exciting picks – and why they’re a must-have addition to the office kitchen or catering offering.
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9 Culture Secrets from Employee Handbooks
Your first day at any new job is always eventful.
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What is ethical coffee?
When mentioning the coffee trade, the words ‘ethical’ and ‘sustainable’ are thrown around fairly regularly. But what do these words mean, and why are they so important? In this article, Selecta looks at ethical and sustainable coffee, why it’s important, what to consider when picking an ethical coffee brand and how we promote ethics and sustainability within the industry.
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What does Gen Z look for in an employer?
Recent studies estimate that by 2025, 27% of the global workforce will be Generation Z. Gen-Z is the generation of people born between 1996 and 2012. Moving towards their mid-twenties means most of this group are beginning their entry to the professional workplace. But what do they look for in an employer, and how can you appeal to them?
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30 Alternative Uses for Coffee and Tea
Tea and coffee are great. They both relax the body and sharpen the mind, preparing us for the daily challenges of office life. At Selecta, tea and coffee are our bread and butter.
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The Growth of The Self-Serve Market
Post pandemic, the global self-service technologies market was valued at a staggering $32.23 billion, and despite initial set-back during lockdown, is projected to reach $88.33 billion by 2030.
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The Chocolate That Time Forgot
The 7th July is International Chocolate day. It got us thinking about how chocolate has changed over the years.
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A Barista’s Guide To Latte Art
There’s never been a greater time in all of human history for enjoying the artistry of frothed milk carefully arranged atop a creamy espresso.
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Making Cents of Rare Coins
When we hit the spare change button on a vending machine we’re usually expecting something around the value of twenty pence to roll out into the slot.
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Around the World in Weird Crisp Flavours
To Americans they’re chips, to Brits they’re crisps.
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Boiling Point: Battle of the Beverages
Tea vs coffee is an age-old debate. While we argue that choice is the biggest winner, everyone has their preferences that they like to defend.
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Man vs Machine : Are baristas has-beans?
Coffee is the most popular beverage in the world, and obviously you want to get the best caffeine hit possible.
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The Health Benefits of Teas & Tisanes
The earliest evidence of medicinal tea dates back to China’s Han Dynasty over two thousand years ago.
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Choose Your Own Lunchtime Adventure
Here at Selecta we’re passionate about a good lunch break. Nothing enlivens us more than the chewing of good food, the sipping of delightful beverages, and if we’re really ‘feeling it’ the resting of feet on desks.
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How UK Diets Have Changed Since 1974
Brits drink much less milk than they used to, but yoghurt consumption has quadrupled in the same timeframe.
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UK’s Most Popular 2020 Workplace Meal Deal
Meal deals are part of the fabric of British office life, with employees relishing the convenience and value of grab-and-go food and drink choices.
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Most Popular Types of Coffee on Instagram
In the Eighteenth Century intellectuals ditched mead and picked up the latest pick-up: coffee.
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The rise of hot desking
None of us are strangers to flexible and hybrid working anymore. The fact is it is the future of the workplace. According to a Bitkom study, more than 60 percent of respondents reported that their company have continued to support them in working from home, for at least some of the time.
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Top 5 facts about hydration
Your body depends on water to survive. Every cell, tissue, and fibre in your body needs water to function optimally. For example, your body uses water to maintain its temperature, remove waste, and lubricate your joints. Water is needed for overall good health.
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UK’s Best Commuter Towns 2023
Read our insights into the UK's best commuter towns. Find out the best place in your area for a better work-life balance. See how your town ranks.
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UK’s Best Commuter Towns 2023 | Selecta
Read our insights into the UK's best commuter towns. Find out the best place in your area for a better work life balance. See how your town ranks.