Micro Market: Would it really be the festive season without Cadbury chocolate?

Our Micro Markets are home to some delicious new chocolates and crisps, perfect for sharing at work or enjoying at home. Want to know more? Keep reading to see which products you could get your hands on…

Let’s have a look at some of these mouth-watering Cadbury delights!

Some of the newly introduced products we offer within our Micro Markets are sour cream and onion and original flavoured mini Pringles, Cadbury ‘Nibbly’ fingers and Cadbury snowballs.

Pringles are already a popular snack and now you can enjoy them in your Micro Market with a delicious sandwich at dinner time.

You can’t go wrong with some sweet treats either! If you’re not in the mood for a savoury snack that’s absolutely fine when you have a variety of Cadbury products! These miniature sized, biscuit based fingers will be sure to give you the boost you need in the workplace. There are also Cadbury’s Snowballs which are light, fluffy pieces of milk chocolate. Get your hands on these silky chocolates for the perfect festive treat.

Get down to your Micro Market and let us know what you think.

Want some more information about our Micro Markets?

Our Micro Markets are a perfect way for our Express Refreshments customers to enjoy food and drink at work with maximum convenience. Within our Micro Markets we have a wide range of refreshments including healthier options and snacks, confectionery, fresh food and sandwiches and even hot beverages. We have an extensive menu of hot drinks from hot chocolate to tea and coffee so whatever you prefer, we have you covered.

Don’t miss out on an easy way to boost morale in the workplace! For more information see our website or don’t hesitate to contact alistair@coinadrink.co.uk.

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A Christmas promotion and some festive goodies: now in your Micro Market!

‘Tis the season to be jolly…and Express Refreshments will have plenty to keep festive spirits high this December! It’s very important that workplaces embrace the Christmas period because it’s a great way to boost morale during a time when it can be all too easy to suffer a lapse in productivity. We’ve now added some seasonal products to your Micro Market whilst also encouraging you to keep warm with a hot drink promotion! 

Keep warm this winter!

Every morning is the same now. Dark, cold and usually frosty. Such conditions hardly encourage us to get out of bed this morning, but the Micro Market does its best to welcome you into work.

Not only can you enjoy a hearty breakfast, but your coffee machine provides a truly authentic way to provide the best start to the day. Just as the weather is starting to turn properly chilly, cheer yourself up with a hot drink of your choice and enjoy a Jaffa Cake bar for just an extra 20p!

Who’s really going to blame you in the run up to Christmas?

Express Refreshments goes festive!

If your business is too snowed under to give Christmas a second thought, don’t worry. We’ve got your back! We’re embracing the festive spirit to provide your employees with the lift they need.

In the run up to Christmas, enjoy a delicious Turkey, Stuffing and Cranberry role for your dinner. Moreover, we’re also adding the Festive Feast sandwich, described as ‘succulent Pennine Turkey breast with sliced pork sausage, cranberry sauce and a bacon and stuffing mayonnaise of soft grain bread’. How does that sound then?

The stats around festive workplace cheer.

A study from Christmas Tree World found that 60% of 1000 adults surveyed said they are more likely to work hard if Christmas incentives are available. These don’t need to be financial rewards, though. Nearly three quarters said office festivities such as treats and decorations are all that’s needed.

Adding some festivity to your working day is also a great way to show appreciation to your staff for a hard-working year. Ending the year on a high with a happy team can be a catalyst for starting the new year with a bang.

Keep your eye out for the festive treats in your Micro Market, they’re a great alternative when it comes to dinner time.

Coinadrink Ltd

10-11, Maple Leaf Industrial Estate, Bloxwich Ln, Walsall WS2 8TF
01922 640777

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Get into the Christmas spirit with some delicious, festive hot drinks!

It’s that time of year again! Everyone is getting into the habit of putting their fire on, getting cosy on the sofa and enjoying their favourite festive hot drinks. Ooh, doesn’t that sound great? Now, the most important question… what beverage will you be your choice? Check out this blog to find some of the delicious recipes you can try…

Get cosy by the fire with a peppermint white hot chocolate!

This recipe contains four servings and takes around 20 minutes to make.

All you’ll need is 4 cups of milk, 8 oz white chocolate (chopped into small pieces), 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract and optional toppings of whipped cream, crushed peppermints and marshmallows.

Firstly, get a medium sized saucepan and add the milk and white chocolate whilst stirring. Then, cook over a medium-low heat, stirring occasionally.  Make sure you don’t let the chocolate burn! Afterwards, remove it from heat and stir in vanilla and peppermint extract. Lastly, serve it whilst warm, with any of your optional toppings.

Looking for some more festive hot drinks? Check out this gingerbread hot cocoa…

This recipe makes around 4 servings and you will have to make this in two parts. It requires a gingerbread syrup.

To make the gingerbread syrup you will need; 1 cup water, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup Biscoff spread, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 2 4-inch cinnamon sticks and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (this is optional).

To make the gingerbread syrup simply combine all of the ingredients and bring to a boil over medium heat. Then, reduce to a low simmer and cook until the mixture has thickened to a syrup-like consistency. Either use in hot cocoa or a latte right away, or transfer to a container and keep in the fridge until you are ready to use.

Following on, to make the gingerbread cocoa you will need; 4 cups of milk, gingerbread syrup (the one that has been pre-made), 5 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons sugar, 4 teaspoons semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

The process is as follows; pour some milk in a bowl and warm for 1 to 2 minutes. Then transfer the milk into a small saucepan over medium heat whilst whisking in syrup, cocoa, sugar, chocolate chips and vanilla extract. Continue cooking until it has lightly boiled (around 10 minutes). Then remove and top with whatever toppings you want (marshmallows, gingerbread crumbs etc.)

Now you can sit back and relax whilst enjoying a delicious, festive hot drink with minimal hassle! Still looking for something more? Don’t worry we’ve got you covered…

Not a big fan of hot drinks? Looking for a colder alternative? Have you heard of an apple cranberry spritzer?

An apple cranberry spritzer is a delicious concoction of apple juice, cranberry juice, sprite, cranberries and rosemary!

All you need to do is in a glass, mix equal parts of apple and cranberry juice, add some sprite (to your taste) and then garnish with cranberries and rosemary! Voila! There you have it, a perfectly delicious apple cranberry spritzer.

For more festive hot drinks, keep your eyes peeled for future blog posts or find out more information on the ingredients we offer in regard to our hot drinks on our new look Refreshment Shop!

Coinadrink Ltd

10-11, Maple Leaf Industrial Estate, Bloxwich Ln, Walsall WS2 8TF
01922 640777

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Another refreshing Black Friday promotion from Express Refreshments!

After what seems like only 5 minutes since last year’s event, Black Friday has returned with a bang. Express Refreshments has welcomed this shopping phenomenon with open arms, but probably not in the way you’d expect. Black Friday doesn’t have to be all about sales and discounts. Just like last year, we are working closely with our Micro Market customers to support each of their chosen charities through product sales. Together, we will help make a difference to some fantastic organisations. 

A charitable twist to Black Friday!

If you’re racking your brains wondering where you’ve seen this sort of thing before, you won’t have far to look. Exactly one year ago we did the very same thing, in what was then the first time. We figured that the Micro Market’s popularity amongst our customers was a good opportunity to support charity, so we pledged to donate 10p per sale to each of our customers’ chosen charities for one week. Charity work is already a big part of what we do, it’s engrained into our DNA, so we thought we’d use Black Friday to try something different to what you’d usually see advertised online and on TV.

And boy was it a success. We managed to raise an excellent £262.40 for Douglas MacMillan, Focus, James Hopkins Trust and The National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society (NASS). But whilst that was impressive, why can’t we do even better this year? The promotion began on Friday 22nd and will run until this Friday 29th. We once again consulted closely with our customers to identify which charities meant the most to them, and so forth which ones will be the focus of our support as a team. They include:

Winston’s Wish

• Founded in 1992.
• UK’s first childhood bereavement charity.
• A place where every child can receive support when a loved one passes.

Penny Brohn UK

• Founded in 1979.
• Provide integrative care for everyone living with cancer before, during and after treatment.
• Aim to enrich the lives of cancer sufferers.

Centre Point

• Provides housing and support for young people in London.
• They strive to end youth homelessness.
• Run their services seven days a week, 365 days a year.

 Douglas MacMillan

• Founded in 1973, caring for 315 patients in their first year.
• Their vision is to be admired as a centre of excellence for palliative and end of life care.
• Aim to ensure their patients receive the best quality of life.

So, there you are. 10p from every sale will be donated to these five organisations, from last Friday right up until this Friday. Our customers are proudly on board with what we’re trying to achieve, so here is hoping that we can really turn Black Friday on its head and beat last years’ figure.

Coinadrink Ltd

10-11, Maple Leaf Industrial Estate, Bloxwich Ln, Walsall WS2 8TF
01922 640777

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Should you have snack machines at work?

Vending machines can dispense a variety of items.

In today’s fast-paced environment where people are spending a majority of their time in the office. It’s only logical to offer your employees an easy way to get snacks and drinks. With a snack machine.

A 2017 survey by recruitment site Totaljobs showed that up to a third of UK employees remain at their desk from when they get in in the morning until they leave in the evening. It then goes on to say that while two out of three employees feel encouraged to take their full lunch break, less than half of them actually do.

Not only is this an unhealthy habit, but it also plays a role in destabilising productivity and concentration. Grabbing a quick healthy snack can help to lower stress and anxiety amongst employees.

This post explores some of the advantages of providing snack machines at work.

Advantages of vending machines at work

Convenience: A major advantage of this is the convenience it provides your employees. While some workers may bring in their own lunches, most of them don’t. A vending machine within the office means they can grab a quick snack or drink before returning to work.

Healthier: These machines aren’t just for chocolate bars and fizzy drinks anymore. More and more people are becoming health conscious and looking for snacks and drinks options that meet these needs. As an employer, you can pick and choose (with suggestions from employees of course) what you want in the machines. You could choose to have organic products, gluten-free snacks, low-fat drinks and much more.

Staff Satisfaction and Engagement: Employees are happier and more appreciative when they know that you have their best interest in mind. It’s worth mentioning, you may also notice employees gathering and conversing around the machines. This helps to strengthen relationships around the office which in turn contributes to their satisfaction.

Reduce overheads: An element that makes snack machines so popular is the relatively low costs of maintenance. Vending machines are able to work 24 hours a day so you’ll be saving on the costs associated with hiring an employee that’ll serve the same function.

Easy to implement and maintain: Managed vending machines make for faster installations. In most cases, the service provider will work with you to decide on what to offer your employees. Then all you have to do is sit back and enjoy. You’ do not have to worry about restocking and maintaining as they’ll have all of that covered.

Stay on site: A vending machine in the building means your employees are less likely to go off-site for refreshments. Which means they can get their energy boost without going over their allocated lunchtime.

Conclusion

Your vending machine doesn’t have to be all fizzy drinks, sweets and chocolates. We’ve come a long way since then and offer numerous benefits including convenience, increased productivity and low maintenance costs. If you’re considering investing in a snack machine for your workplace, talk to your staff and take suggestions on items they would like.

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Christmas time is here, get into the holiday spirit with some hot drinks!

That’s right. Christmas is just around the corner and you should invest your time into checking out these traditional festive hot drinks! They will be sure to put a smile on yours and your friends faces. What are you waiting for? Keep reading…

Take a look at some of these Christmas drinks…

1. Eggnog

Eggnog is a milk punch drink that is rich and sweetened to perfection. This luxurious, creamy drink can make anyone’s festive party! It can be made to suit all audiences with non-alcoholic and vegan versions.

2. Gingerbread latte

A warm, steaming cup of gingerbread latte is exactly what you need when your curling up in front of the television with the fire on. Get involved with the holiday cheer and make yourself a gingerbread latte.

3. Pomegranate candy cane mocktail

Want a more fun way to get everyone involved in the festivities? This is the perfect idea. A fruit-filled, flavourful mocktail will do the trick. This sweet drink is great for anyone at any time, treat yourself!

4. Classic hot chocolate

Who doesn’t like a classic hot chocolate? Get your hands on a bubbly, chocolate-filled beverage today. Perfect for getting the family into the spirit! And if your looking for something more adventurous read on…

5. Caramelised white-hot chocolate

This one is a beverage with acquired taste, it involves ingredients like cinnamon, vanilla and white chocolate! Slightly different to the classic hot drinks but there’s nothing wrong with newbies, right?

 

Are you looking for some more ideas for your Christmas hot drinks? Keep a look our for our other blogs and social media posts, you never know what inspiration might cross you! We’d love to hear your feedback, let us know what we could improve or what you would like to see more of by emailing Alistair@coinadrink.co.uk or chatting to us online! Don’t forget that you can find various ingredients on our Refreshment Shop website online, check it out!

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Did you know that there has been a rise in demand for on-the-go products?

There has been a higher demand for on-the-go food and drink in the workplace. This includes breakfast items, coffee and more! Read on to find out why there is a higher demand, what the most popular ‘on-the-go’ products are and why businesses are starting to jump on the trend. 

What’s so great about on-the-go products?

On-the-go products are generally portable, making them easy to consume wherever and whenever. This makes them ideal for employees that rarely get a moment to themselves, or those who don’t get a particularly long break time. They can often be consumed straight out of the packet and the packaging is often easily disposed of at the end.

The demand within this sector has grown drastically. In 2016, the industry was estimated to be worth £16.1 billion, and by 2021 this is forecast to grow to £21.7 billion. This clearly shows more and more people are seeing the value of ‘on-the-go’ items, and the convenience of having a tasty and sometimes healthy snack when required. Moreover, these products are often easily accessible.

Take a look at our Micro Markets for some on-the-go premium products offered…

In our Micro Market’s there are many on-the-go products that are offered like our John West Tuna Pots, Oats Porridges, Fruit and Nut snack bars, canned cold drinks and so much more!

Contact us to get some more information on our Micro Markets and what they offer, you never know what you might find!

For more information on the growing market of on-the-go food see here; https://ahdb.org.uk/news/consumer-insight-what-is-food-to-go-and-why-is-the-uk-market-growing.

Coinadrink Ltd

10-11, Maple Leaf Industrial Estate, Bloxwich Ln, Walsall WS2 8TF
01922 640777

 

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