Coffee, pre-1970s guitars, vintage clothing and 60s music. What a glorious combination, right? Well, that's exactly what you'll find when you step inside the Gold Coast's coolest new hang – Hula Girl Espresso, which has just opened off the beaten track in the residential pocket of Koala Park in Burleigh Heads. more
Do you have a Nespresso machine? Do you? Come on, be honest, we're all friends here. Whilst we never (ever) assume, we're going to go out on a limb and say that there are a fair chunk of you that DO have a Nespresso in your possession. Well, it doesn't have to be your dirty little secret anymore, because Blackboard Coffee has just launched its first collection of coffee pods. Not only can you enjoy the Blackboard goodness at home, you'll also be changing the world, one pod at a time (for real). more
Coffee is a big deal – we drink so much of it that it practically pumps through our veins. The nectar of the gods is crucial to so many aspects of our weekly routine (that early morning wake up, the deadline push, the Sunday brunch) that we only accept the good stuff. Now, don’t get us wrong – Queensland is flush with great coffee roasters, but we’ve decided to break it down to five great boutique operations that treat coffee roasting like an art form. If you take your coffee as seriously as us, we suggest you seek out these five Southeast Queensland-based roasters immediately. more
Seriously, we've fallen in love with Currumbin Creek Road. This little southern pocket that connects the M1 to Currumbin Valley and the beach is a hive of activity with everything from arts and yoga, to cafes and homewares stores. So, when local barista Jeremy Lawnikanis decided to dive into his first venture, Portside Coffee, this location was a no-brainer. more
If you're a self-professed coffee connoisseur or you just flat-out give a damn about what goes into a cup of coffee, then you need to get your caffeine-loving self acquainted with the new kid on the Karen Avenue block – KoKo Coffee Roasters. more
With lots of action on the southern end of the Gold Coast of late, we’re pretty pumped with the news that Pickers & Co. has officially opened its 100-year-old doors, giving the northern end an exciting new coffee, retail and event space. more
Uncle Joe’s Coffee House has been crowned the winner at the world’s largest coffee roaster competition, the Compak Golden Bean. more
Whether you refuse to start your day without it or you just enjoy the occasional pick-me-up, you’re invited to the first Gold Coast Specialty Coffee Social at Caffeine Kings in Miami. more
Between single origins, blends and even green varieties, it’s very easy to become overwhelmed with the choice of coffee beans for your morning brew. Coffee Beans Delivered has created a handy little quiz that will help make the selection a little easier. more
If you’ve ever been torn between drinking a coffee or a beer, well, now you can have your cake and eat it too with Beerspresso beer flavoured coffee. more
For many coffee drinkers it’s a non-negotiable part of the morning but how many of us have paused to consider the origins of the beans or how they made their way from the farm to your cup? Parlour Coffee is here to change that by educating patrons about the traceability of its coffee. more
While chilly mornings still have the majority of coffee addicts reaching for a warm cup of freshly brewed espresso, cold-brew converts can appreciate the smoother, naturally sweeter flavour of the chilled caffeinated beverage all year round. more
It’s been hailed the Swiss army knife of coffee makers and is tipped to revolutionise the future of domestic coffee brewing, introducing the Trinity ONE coffee machine. more
If you value the art of fine pour-over coffee, set your wanting eyes upon the Manual Coffeemaker. The low-tech appliance is so pretty it has well and truly earned its place on your bench top. more
If time permits, the act of brewing the perfect cup of coffee can be almost ritualistic, however, sometimes you just need a quick fix. It's for those times that you need Jed’s Coffee Co bean bags in your life. more
Handcrafted out of cherry, walnut, birch and white oak wood, the Canadiano is about as simple and elegant as pour over coffee gets. more
For coffee addicts, The Barisieur alarm clock coffee brewer could very well be the world’s greatest hybrid. more
With everything around us getting more and more complex and user manuals that resemble Tolstoy’s War and Peace, it’s somewhat comforting to know that the V60 exists in all its perfect simplicity. more
Coffee is a non-negotiable part of the morning ritual for many but if you’ve ever experienced the pain of running dry, you’ll appreciate The Coffee Post that little bit more than most. more
There are many fine local caffeine connoisseurs who have mastered the craft of cold brew; another to add to the collection is The Kind Coffee Co. The pure coffee concentrate, formerly known as Coast Cold Brew, has a new look but the same smooth flavour you’ve come to know and love. more
