Specialty Coffee Set to Take Center Stage at GastroCanarias 2026
Blend Coffee Roasters will showcase its end-to-end specialty coffee operations and provide industry consulting at GastroCanarias 2026, highlighting the Canary Islands' growing status as a hub for high-end, sustainable coffee.
Specialty coffee is becoming a key driver for the hospitality industry in the Canary Islands, a trend that will take center stage at GastroCanarias 2026. Blend Coffee Roasters has confirmed it will attend the event, held at the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Trade Fair Center from May 19 to 21, signaling a shift toward high-end coffee across the islands.
This move reflects a changing market where customers now expect traceability and sustainability as standard, rather than as niche features. Blend Coffee Roasters plans to do more than just showcase products; they aim to manage the entire supply chain. By handling everything from importing beans from Latin America, Africa, and Asia to roasting them locally, the company can tailor its coffee profiles to suit the local climate and regional tastes.
At the fair, the company will also act as a consultant for the hotel and restaurant industry. As businesses look for ways to stand out, the brand will provide guidance on creating premium coffee menus that move away from mass-market options.
The company’s schedule includes educational sessions led by professional baristas. These demonstrations will cover complex processing methods—such as experimental fermentations and washed or natural techniques—as well as expert brewing methods like V60 and Chemex. Through these efforts, the Canary Islands’ roasting industry is proving it can meet international standards, further establishing the archipelago as a growing hub for specialty coffee in Spain.