November 2, 2011

Albury, NSW
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It amazes me when competitors recomed each other, a uniquely regional attitude. Coffee Mamma let me know that Zo’i up the road rocks… I am truly impressed with the coffee culture in Albury,.. Melbourne establishment could learn a thing or two from the lads here.

So you understand, this is a roaster with a cafe and retail shop tacked on. the are a frenzy of activity servicing their clientèle, sacks in the corner next to the little roaster that could. The coffee was perfect, the service friendly, and well worth the visit. I think a few votes are in order here!

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Peter Christo
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October 26, 2011

Perth, WA
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CBD cafes can be pretty hit and miss, whether you’re in London, Melbourne or Perth. There are always a number of high quality, cutting edge places (eg Mr Tulk in Melbourne) but for each of those there’s a number of low budget chew and spew type establishments (McCafe, anyone?). Fortunately as Perth’s coffee revival continues, there are more of the former and less of the latter every day. Ristretto espresso is one of those, in two locations, Howard street next to Mr Porter menswear and 160 Central arcade on St George’s terrace. Both are simply set out, not much to look at, but serve exemplary coffee. The Howard st store also has beautifully simple pannini made on the premises daily but it’s standout feature is the availability of siphon coffee and an extremely knowledgable barista in Emmanuelle who is dedicated to pursuing the concept of increased provenance in the coffee industry. The beans are roasted in their Northbridge complex having been sourced from various international locales. All in all, a great place to get an outstanding coffee and an education in the origin of the bean!

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chrismerry
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August 8, 2011

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I love a never say die attitude. Over the last six months,Alfonso, the passionate Columbian owner and his wife Louise, have dilligently been assembling a cafe and coffee that delivers the goods by anyones measure. As the authentic Columbia, Alfonso has coffee in his veins. He roasts his own for the cafe, and to take home under the same name. The service is friednly and relaxed. You could kick back here to work, meet with friend or family. You can expect a thick and earthy flavour, with little or no bitterness. Well done the Bambaleros team, if it was easy, we wouldn’t do what we do. Respect! — Bambaleros is a boutique coffee roasting cafe owned and operated by Colombian born Alfonso Castaneda. Alfonso sources the best beans world wide and roasts then under his watchful eye with his beloved Probat. They have two house blends Bambaleros and Canterbury as well as a selction of single origin and fairtrade beans.

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Peter Christo
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August 3, 2011

South Fremantle, WA
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South Terrace in South Fremantle is rapidly developing a reputation as a new “cafe strip” in Fremantle, and Aubergine has a big part to play in that. Owned by Dave Cooney, an expat from sunny Wheelers Hill in Melbourne, Aubergine has set the standard for coffee and breakfast south of Fremantle’s cappuccino strip. The decor is pretty basic, but Aubergine has a nice feel, the Polaroids of local dogs adding to the community spirit. Although it’s packed out on a Saturday and Sunday, the service is brisk so that tables usually come up quickly. . Breakfasts are excellent, with breakfast burritos, delicious pancakes and a good range of muffins and pastries to sample. The highlight is definitely the coffee, a special blend made by Bonissimo solely for use by Aubergine. Beans and ground coffee are available for purchase however, so you can take home some of the flavour of South Fremantle with you. Feel free to stop off with your pooch after a walk along the beach, they are catered for here with doggy treats for sale. All in all, a great place to while away anything from a sunny summer’s morning to a blustery winter afternoon.

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