Russia has finally acquired a taste for specialty coffee, fuelling the creation of café chains that have spread internationally and boutique bean roasters that use the dark web for advertising. But what’s leading people to opt for an artisan brew over their regular cup of joe from Starbucks?

Moscow’s nightlife may once have been defined by swanky clubs and a VIP mentality, but recent years have seen the rise of Western-inspired craft beer bars. How are these friendly and relaxed drinking spots changing Russian attitudes to what makes for a good night out?

Dodo Pizza has firmly established itself as the Papa John’s or Domino’s of the Russian market. But its recipe for success is more complex than simply offering high quality and reasonably priced slices. How has a focus on tech and transparency fuelled the growth of this fast food brand?

Eataly World in Bologna combines proud Italian food heritage with experience-based shopping, aiming to pull in foodies from around the world. While many brands are increasingly going online to sell their wares, how is Eataly leaning on cultural heritage to satiate people’s hunger for Italian food?