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I'm Steve, and welcome to my coffee-centric personal blog.

While my primary focus remains on Square Mile Coffee Roasters, my passion for coffee extends beyond just roasting. I am dedicated to offering comprehensive training, education, and consultancy services across various facets of the coffee industry. This encompasses barista training, course development, general coffee education, cupping and tasting workshops, and tailored consulting services for cafes.

If you're interested in learning more about these services or have any other inquiries, please feel free to ask in the comment section below.

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