Better Coffee Is Here: Arighi Bianchi Becomes an Official Grind Partner

We’re thrilled to announce that Arighi Bianchi is an official Grind coffee partner - a brand-new collaboration that’s stirring excitement in Macclesfield and beyond. The cult London coffee brand, known for its ethical sourcing and unmistakable pink compostable pods, is now being served exclusively at Caffè AB, our in-store café. The partnership marks the first time Grind’s coffee will be served outside of London, bringing big-city flavour to the heart of Cheshire as the sustainability-led brand expands out of London.

Nick Bianchi – Arighi Bianchi Director, and Dimitrios Aslanidis – B2B Partner Excellence Manager at GRIND at the official launch of the new partnership

A Shared Passion for Design, Quality and Conscious Living

But it’s not just about serving great coffee. For us, it’s all about offering our customers an experience that reflects our values – design-led, ethically conscious, and rooted in community. Partnering with Grind allows us to extend our ethos of craftsmanship and quality from the showroom into our café.

Founded in Shoreditch in 2011, Grind has grown from a single café into a design-led lifestyle brand, renowned for its speciality-grade coffee, eco-conscious practices, and devoted following. It’s also a Certified B Corp, recognised for meeting the highest standards of social and environmental performance.

“We’re delighted to partner with Arighi Bianchi,” says Kate Jeffries, Head of Grind Pro. “They’ve built something truly special in Cheshire – a store that blends design, culture and community. It’s a perfect match as we expand outside of London.”

More Than Coffee: An Elevated In-Store Experience

For over 170 years, Arighi Bianchi has stood as a design landmark in Cheshire. In recent years, we've reimagined what a furniture store can be – not just a destination for home interiors, but also a place to connect, unwind, and be inspired. It’s about creating connection, culture, and conversation.  

Adding Grind to the mix is a natural progression. Now, visitors to our Macclesfield showroom can enjoy exceptional coffee, handcrafted by our experience baristas, while browsing our collections, meeting friends, or simply soaking up the atmosphere.

Sustainable, Ethical, and Seriously Good Coffee

Grind’s beans are ethically sourced, freshly roasted in London, and available in a variety of forms. At Arighi Bianchi, you’ll find freshly brewed Grind coffee served daily at Caffè AB, along with Grind’s home-compostable pods and whole bean and ground coffee bags – perfect for enjoying at home.

To celebrate the official launch, we welcomed the local community into our iconic showroom in a toast to bold taste, ethical choices, and unforgettable experiences.

So, whether you're stopping by for a morning espresso or planning a relaxed afternoon in-store, a great cup of coffee now comes as standard.

Visit us at Caffè AB and taste the difference - we look forward to welcoming you!