October 3, 2011

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Feeling Famish’d??

You wont be once you’ve visited this legendary CBD coffee and lunch haunt of many. Nestled smack bang in the centre of the hustle and bustle you’ll find Famish’d on Little Collins street in between Russell & Exhibition. Seriously scrumptious treats, salads and winter warmers to compliment a solid St Ali Specialty Coffee and Single Origin espresso.

The boutique familiarity of St Ali’s specialty coffee invites a deliciously full and fruity blend with a mild acidity that triggers a mouthful of flavour. An espresso that simply melts in the mouth. I couldn’t go past the indulgence of a creamy flat white and lamington as I watched the world go by and the afternoon coffee drinkers buzz around me. A beautiful spot in the centre of the CBD and a two beaner worth finding on that fairly famished occasion.

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September 7, 2011

Vote for this Cafe now!

Oh boy Oh boy! Usually I’d start telling you about how fantastic my experience was, but I’m so excited I need to tell you about the coffee RIGHT NOW! Apart from this perfect flat white you see before you, complete with the finest rosetta, we must talk about the delicious crema of a perfectly extracted sensory lab espresso. Every shot extracted by master barista Eric takes a life of its own. Barista Erics exudes the utmost care with every shot ground, packed and poured. The result is an espresso so rich in body and a buttery texture that it fills and pleases your tastebuds. Nothing but crema baby!

Located directly opposite the Camberwell Market catching the warm afternoon sun, this cafe really has a bit of everything for everyone. Loaded with all the coffee aficionado could ever want or need, as well as quality tea, chai, soy and crockery! You will be sure to be greeted by the warm, friendly and attentive staff that are really going to make you feel welcome. A really lovely cafe and a delight to visit. Thanks Big Cup!

 

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August 22, 2011

Vote for this cafe in Geelong

What IS up? Has Geelong got a secret society of coffee entrepreneurs who are kicking more goals than the GFC or what? I kinda get the name now; a serious drinks session (its a bar at night) some years ago here into the wee hours, and now, I can get the amazing dulcet tones of St Ali coffee, sit and work on a roomy table. Mark the owner is on, what can be best described as a quest for gold. His venue is a lovely old building with intricate architecture and soft jazz ebbing through.

The barista knows what he is about, and my gripe around Long Maccs was not an issue here. The coffee was made well, not a hint of bitterness, with a sweet after taste. the golds like Mr Hyde, and I think you will too. Say hi from us!!

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August 15, 2011

Vote for this cafe as a Top Geelong Cafe

….y… smooth… wow,.. hello there Cafe Silk. Tucked at the cultural/bay end of Moorabool St, this is a neat, friendly and kool place to get your coffee fix. Their San Marco looks like an art piece against the wall, pumping out the sweet black gold. The inviting décor means that family, babies and business folk will all be comfortable here and I suspect the food rocks also (but what would I know!).

For me, the all important back table where I can sit and do my thing is where its at; the coffee arrived in moments and was smooth, well presented and had a strong earthy flavour. In fact, as regular readers will know, I am a Long Macc Man, and find that there are two schools of thought, 1. The Italian way, which is simply a double shot with a dollop, or 2. the same but with a dash of hot water also. I prefer the Italian way myself as I find the shot of water normally makes it too hot to enjoy. Thankfully, the team here delivered it just the way I like it. Interestingly, I challenged the specialists on this issue recently and I could not get a definitive right way! regardless, Silk, does it right for me!

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