London Coffee Podcast

In this episode of the London Coffee Podcast, we're talking with Jayne Cromwell, co-founder of Carnival Coffee Roaster.
Jayne shares the extraordinary story of how her partner Juan's grandfather won a coffee farm in Colombia in a poker game. We're going to explore Carnival’s remarkable journey from a garden shed roastery during lockdown to one of South London's most community-focused coffee businesses, discuss building a coffee business through COVID, creating meaningful community spaces, balancing the needs of traditional coffee drinkers and curious coffee explorers, and why experiential coffee culture could play a vital role in the future of the high street.

Credits music: I could Just Come Round by Darcey Hope in association with The Coffee Music Project
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What is London Coffee Podcast?

From the creators of The London Coffee Guide and 5THWAVE, Coffee Podcast London is a new interview-led series celebrating the people, passion, and community behind London’s vibrant coffee scene.

Hosted by coffee industry expert Jeffrey Young, each episode spotlights entrepreneurs, seasoned professionals and standout cafes to uncover what it takes to build a successful coffee business or career in London.

From exciting new openings and emerging trends to lessons in leadership, creativity, and starting out on your own - we delve into the real stories behind the cafés, roasteries, and individuals that make London one of the world’s great coffee destinations.