{"id":14136,"date":"2025-12-01T10:52:33","date_gmt":"2025-12-01T09:52:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brusselscoffee.show\/?p=14136"},"modified":"2026-06-12T08:15:58","modified_gmt":"2026-06-12T06:15:58","slug":"koffie-tcacao","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brusselscoffee.show\/en\/koffie-tcacao\/","title":{"rendered":"koffie tcacao"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"14136\" class=\"elementor elementor-14136\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7201a2d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7201a2d\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d4a30f4\" data-id=\"d4a30f4\" 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koffieTcacao is an independent digital platform dedicated to specialty coffee, tea and cacao culture in the Netherlands and Belgium, with a growing audience across Europe. Founded over twelve years ago as a print magazine, it has evolved into a fully digital publication focused on in-depth storytelling, independent journalism and community-driven content for passionate consumers and industry professionals alike.\n  <\/p>\n\n  <!-- SECTION 1 -->\n  <h2 class=\"kt-section-title\">A platform focused on stories, craftsmanship and discovery<\/h2>\n  <p class=\"kt-body\">\n    koffieTcacao covers the specialty industry from multiple perspectives, combining editorial depth with practical inspiration and news from across the scene. Its content spans the full breadth of the category:\n  <\/p>\n\n  <ul class=\"kt-features\">\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/blog\/inspiratie\/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=website&utm_term=analytics&utm_content=website&utm_campaign=Brussels-Coffee-Show-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Interviews<\/a> with roasters, baristas, tea specialists, chocolatiers and makers<\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/blog\/origines\/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=website&utm_term=analytics&utm_content=website&utm_campaign=Brussels-Coffee-Show-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Origin stories<\/a> about coffee, tea and cacao producing regions<\/li>\n    <li>Independent <a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/blog\/reviews\/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=website&utm_term=analytics&utm_content=website&utm_campaign=Brussels-Coffee-Show-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reviews<\/a> of espresso machines, grinders, brewing equipment and accessories<\/li>\n    <li>Background articles on sustainability, flavour, trends and innovation<\/li>\n    <li>Brewing guides, educational content and <a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/blog\/tutorials\/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=website&utm_term=analytics&utm_content=website&utm_campaign=Brussels-Coffee-Show-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorials<\/a><\/li>\n    <li>Travel guides and city <a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/blog\/hotspots\/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=website&utm_term=analytics&utm_content=website&utm_campaign=Brussels-Coffee-Show-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hotspot<\/a> recommendations for caf\u00e9s, roasteries and bean-to-bar chocolate makers<\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/blog\/recepten\/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=website&utm_term=analytics&utm_content=website&utm_campaign=Brussels-Coffee-Show-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Recipes<\/a> and creative applications involving coffee, tea and cacao<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <p class=\"kt-body\">\n    The editorial approach favours authenticity, craftsmanship and long-form storytelling over fast-moving trend content.\n  <\/p>\n\n  <!-- CTA BLOCK -->\n  <div class=\"kt-cta\">\n    <p class=\"kt-cta-label\">Explore the platform<\/p>\n    <h2>Explore koffieTcacao<\/h2>\n    <p>\n      Discover independent stories, reviews and inspiration from the world of specialty coffee, tea and cacao. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=website&utm_term=analytics&utm_content=&utm_campaign=Brussels-Coffee-Show-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">koffieTcacao<\/a> and join a growing community of passionate home brewers, caf\u00e9 professionals and specialty makers across the Benelux and Europe \u2014 sign up to the free newsletter or become a member.\n    <\/p>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/koffietcacao.com\/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=website&utm_term=analytics&utm_content=&utm_campaign=Brussels-Coffee-Show-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"kt-cta-btn\">Visit koffieTcacao \u2192<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <!-- SECTION 2 -->\n  <h2 class=\"kt-section-title\">A fully digital publication with an engaged niche audience<\/h2>\n  <p class=\"kt-body\">\n    As a digital-first platform, koffieTcacao combines articles, newsletters and social media to connect with a dedicated community of specialty enthusiasts and professionals. Its content reaches:\n  <\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"kt-audience\">\n    <span class=\"kt-tag\">Home baristas &amp; coffee lovers<\/span>\n    <span class=\"kt-tag\">Caf\u00e9 owners &amp; hospitality professionals<\/span>\n    <span class=\"kt-tag\">Roasters &amp; equipment brands<\/span>\n    <span class=\"kt-tag\">Tea &amp; chocolate enthusiasts<\/span>\n    <span class=\"kt-tag\">Industry entrepreneurs &amp; creatives<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <p class=\"kt-body\">\n    The platform publishes content in both Dutch and English, connecting the Benelux specialty scene with a wider European audience.\n  <\/p>\n\n  <!-- SECTION 3 -->\n  <h2 class=\"kt-section-title\">Why koffieTcacao stands out<\/h2>\n\n  <ul class=\"kt-why\">\n    <li>\n      <svg class=\"kt-why-icon\" viewbox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n        <circle cx=\"10\" cy=\"10\" r=\"9\" stroke=\"#6B4C2A\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n        <path d=\"M6 10.5l2.5 2.5 5-5\" stroke=\"#6B4C2A\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n      <\/svg>\n      Independent and long-form editorial approach\n    <\/li>\n    <li>\n      <svg class=\"kt-why-icon\" viewbox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n        <circle cx=\"10\" cy=\"10\" r=\"9\" stroke=\"#6B4C2A\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n        <path d=\"M6 10.5l2.5 2.5 5-5\" stroke=\"#6B4C2A\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n      <\/svg>\n      Strong focus on craftsmanship and specialty culture\n    <\/li>\n    <li>\n      <svg class=\"kt-why-icon\" viewbox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n        <circle cx=\"10\" cy=\"10\" r=\"9\" stroke=\"#6B4C2A\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n        <path d=\"M6 10.5l2.5 2.5 5-5\" stroke=\"#6B4C2A\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n      <\/svg>\n      Professional photography and visual storytelling\n    <\/li>\n    <li>\n      <svg class=\"kt-why-icon\" viewbox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n        <circle cx=\"10\" cy=\"10\" r=\"9\" stroke=\"#6B4C2A\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n        <path d=\"M6 10.5l2.5 2.5 5-5\" stroke=\"#6B4C2A\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n      <\/svg>\n      A loyal niche audience within coffee, tea and cacao\n    <\/li>\n    <li>\n      <svg class=\"kt-why-icon\" viewbox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n        <circle cx=\"10\" cy=\"10\" r=\"9\" stroke=\"#6B4C2A\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n        <path d=\"M6 10.5l2.5 2.5 5-5\" stroke=\"#6B4C2A\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n      <\/svg>\n      A mix of inspiration, education and in-depth reporting\n    <\/li>\n    <li>\n      <svg class=\"kt-why-icon\" viewbox=\"0 0 20 20\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n        <circle cx=\"10\" cy=\"10\" r=\"9\" stroke=\"#6B4C2A\" stroke-width=\"1.5\"\/>\n        <path d=\"M6 10.5l2.5 2.5 5-5\" stroke=\"#6B4C2A\" stroke-width=\"1.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\n      <\/svg>\n      A Benelux platform with an increasingly international perspective\n    <\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <!-- CLOSING -->\n  <p class=\"kt-closing\">\n    Whether exploring a new roastery, reviewing equipment, visiting origin, or highlighting emerging makers \u2014 koffieTcacao continues to document and support the evolving world of specialty coffee, tea and cacao.\n  <\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n\n<\/body>\n<\/html>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover koffieTcacao Media Partner \u00b7 Specialty Drinks &amp; Chocolate Discover koffieTcacao Independent platform for Specialty Coffee, Tea &amp; Cacao koffieTcacao is an independent digital platform dedicated to specialty coffee, tea and cacao culture in the Netherlands and Belgium, with a growing audience across Europe. 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