Black Market Roasters
COFFEE TO GO. SOMEWHERE NICE.
Like many of us, I buy take away coffee much less than I used to. And when I buy coffee out, it’s more of a special occasion. I’ll have it in the cafe, in a real life ceramic mug, with your current reading material (I’m currently trying to read more classics so it’s Crime and […]
NOT YOUR TYPICAL TYPICA
You have a deep relationship with coffee beans. Collectively. But how well do you know them on a personal, individual level? Its likes, dislikes, passions and dreams? Each bean has its own flavours and idiosyncrasies, and it would be unfair to those little guys if we lumped them in all together. I mean, how would […]
PUT A SPRINGWOOD IN YOUR STEP
Springwood is Sydney’s gateway into the mountains. It’s our gateway drug into the wilderness, and a very civilised one at that. And, being but a short drive or leisurely train ride from Sydney, you can fit in a coffee, lunch, stroll around the shops and a hike, all before curling up by a woodfire with […]
COFFEE OF THE MONTH: INDIA THALANAR SUPERNATURAL
If you’ve been to, or heard any stories from anyone that has been to India, you’ll know anything associated with the country described as supernatural is somewhat… natural. India is a land of contrasts and intensities, colour, chaos and mysticism. Everything seems hyper-real and surreal. The story of Brother Baba Budan, the beloved godfather of […]
THE ARCHIES!
The Archibald has been announced! You were waiting on the edge of your seats weren’t you? Me too. Even though each time I feel like it comes around quicker than the paint’s had to dry. Very much like tax time. Nevertheless, it’s a welcome headline in the newspaper. Arts and Culture section. Which I’m sure […]
FIKA: GOOD THINGS FOR MARCH
Hello! It’s Autumn! What a time to be alive. It’s a season I like to think of as cool and crunchy. The early mornings will become crispy, and the summer balmy evenings will become chilly, but right now, in early March – it’s still warm and glorious! It’s like the bonus round on Letters and […]
COFFEE OF THE MONTH: MARCH
We’re showcasing this juicy, syrupy sweet coffee from Burundi. It is grown in the Bubanza region, which is located in the northwest of the country. At an altitude of 1700 meters above sea level, the coffee plants in this region benefit from a cooler climate and nutrient-rich soil. The combination of this unique terroir and the […]
CHRISTMAS FIKA!
‘Tis the season all about getting into the Christmas spirit by getting together with your crew, peripheral crew, and crew-in-laws. So many loved ones around you! All the time! Here are some serving suggestions for how to get into the Christmas spirit all by yourself. LISTEN Paul Kelly’s Christmas Train Such a great soundtrack for […]
Coffee (art) History: Laurette’s Head With A Coffee Cup
I’ve been thinking about the influence of coffee in art history recently. Not just its obvious influence of powering many late night painting sessions, and that maybe some works of Jackson Pollock could be explained by one too many cups of coffee. But what about coffee as the subject? Have artists through the ages appreciated […]
FIKA: AUGUST EDIITON
We did a little spotlight on the Yemeni coffee scene this month (check it out here) and I thought, since the middle eastern, hot dusty vibe is one of my all time favourite wavelengths, I’ll just roll it on into this month’s fika too. It’s tasty, and it’s warm. Eat. The Middle East has delightfully […]
THE MAGICAL INDUSTRIAL COFFEE SHOP
A good Industrial estate is a magical place. I’m not exaggerating when I compare it to Wonderland on the other end of the rabbit hole, or even more fittingly, Hogwarts. From the outside, (the muggle) perspective, the industrial estate seems a bland, grey, indistinct, characterless conglomerate where the only colour and movement comes from hi-vis […]
FIKA: JULY EDITION
This edition we’ve got good warm feelings from both cosy winter treats, and Indian inspired culture. Warming you from the inside and outside. DRINK Tis the season to be jolly with a warm mug of mulled wine while sitting around the fireplace/fire pit with a bowl of the below in hand. EAT Sticky date pudding. […]
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