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This is the first of a 5-part series with Kim Thompson and Matt Toogood from RAW Coffee Company in Dubai on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward.

In this series, which first aired on the Map It Forward Middle East Podcast in June 2025, Host Lee Safar, Kim, and Matt discuss the journey of the specialty coffee shop that started it all in the Middle East - RAW Coffee Company.

The five episodes in this series are:

1. Who is RAW Coffee Company? - https://youtu.be/mPGCfsGuI1Y

2. Why Relationships Matter In Coffee - https://youtu.be/ehlEiRDWV3w

3. The Reality of the Dubai Coffee Scene - https://youtu.be/gE4qcs8AJNU

4. Coffee Business Is Complex - https://youtu.be/X35qq6YHTaw

5. How To Remain Relevant In Coffee - https://youtu.be/ppIR0qYQbgM

In this episode of the podcast, Lee welcomes Kim and Matt from RAW Coffee Company to discuss the myths and realities of building a successful coffee business in the UAE.

The founders share their journey from New Zealanders to establishing RAW as a sustainable, Emirati business.

They debunk common myths about their funding, specialty coffee status, and relationships within the industry.

The episode sheds light on RAW's commitment to quality, community, and values-driven business practices. Tune in to gain insights into the challenges and triumphs of the specialty coffee industry in the Middle East.

Connect with RAW Coffee Company here:

• https://www.instagram.com/rawcoffeecompany/

• https://rawcoffeecompany.com/

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