As we mark International Workers' Day this May 1st, we at Grumpy Panda want to take a moment to honour not just our own efforts but the hard work of all solo entrepreneurs and small teams out there. With just two of us here at Grumpy Panda, every bag of coffee, hot chocolate, and herbal tea is crafted with care and personal dedication. It’s a labour of love. The Origins of International Workers' Day International Workers' Day, also known as Labour Day in some places, has a rich history that dates back over a century. Originating during the labour union...
Pancake Day, also known as Shrove Tuesday, is the traditional feast day before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday. Lent – the 40 days leading up to Easter – was traditionally a time of fasting, and Shrove Tuesday became the last chance to use up eggs and fats before embarking on this period of abstinence. Hence, pancakes are the perfect way to use up these ingredients! At Grumpy Panda, we think every day should be as joyful as Pancake Day! Let's turn those frowns upside down with a simple yet delicious pancake that even the grumpiest panda would love!...
Discover the fascinating world of Yuenyeung with Grumpy Panda. A unique Hong Kong speciality, Yuenyeung perfectly blends coffee and tea, symbolising the East-meets-West culture.
Happy New Year, dear coffee aficionados and tea enthusiasts! As we wave goodbye to the old year and grumpily greet 2024, we at Grumpy Panda are brewing up some delightful cheer to start the year right. Let's face it, New Year's resolutions are as hard to keep as a fresh biscuit is to resist with your morning cuppa. But fear not! Instead of lofty goals, why not resolve to enjoy the little things? Like a perfectly brewed cup of our locally roasted Norfolk coffee, or a soothing sip of our herbal teas that promise to warm even the grumpiest of...