Nespresso’s limited edition collection with Chiara Ferragni is its chicest yet

Updated: 24/02/2023

OG influencer, Italian fashion icon and entrepreneur Chiara Ferragni has teamed up with Nespresso for the mother of all Milano in the most chic coffee range collaboration we’ve ever seen. We all know Italian coffee is where it’s at and Nespresso’s new and limited-edition collection, co-developed with Chiara, pays homage to Milan’s history, architecture, and lifestyle. The collection features a new coffee blend, Milano Intenso, a range of stylish accessories and a GORGEOUS CitiZ Nespresso machine. Dripping in gold accents, when we say this range is chic (and also super limited edition), we mean it. The entire collection is adorned in a bespoke geometric deep green design with gold accents influenced by Milan’s historic locations, Villa Necchi, Palazzo Montedoria and Duomo Cathedral, and is inspired by Chiara’s vision of the city. The coffee itself is made for Australians who love a robust bean. Milano Intenso has a medium-dark roast, and a high intensity rating of eight, with a classic combination of cocoa and roasted-cereal notes. Nespresso recommends that this be enjoyed as a cappuccino given it’s medium-dark roast pairs well with milk. “My love of coffee and Italy knows no limits, so I jumped at the chance to collaborate again with my dear Nespresso family to co-develop this limited-edition collection,” Chiara tells, “The new range has been inspired by the creativity and rich culture of Milan, and I am so excited to bring to life such great tasting coffee with beautiful accessories and machine for coffee lovers to enjoy wherever they are.” Sip in style… Read More

Category: LIFESTYLE, COFFEE, FOOD & DRINK

Tags: chiara ferragni, coffee, limited edition, nespresso

The latest release from The Macallan is where coffee meets whisky

by Danielle Kirk

Updated: 24/02/2023

Iconic whisky makers, The Macallan, are back with their second annual release of The Harmony Collection and this time the flavours are inspired by coffee. The Harmony Collection Inspired by Intense Arabica single malt whisky explores the intersection of coffee and whisky production and challenges even the most staunch whisky drinker to be creative and test their palate by pairing it with coffee. This limited edition whisky is a must try! The Harmony Collection is inspired by a deep connection to the natural world, which has been at the heart of The Macallan for nearly 200 years. Starting in 2021 with the release of Rich Cacao which offered indulgent chocolate flavour notes and incorporated discarded husks from cacao pods in the packaging.Sustainability and nature have been constants since The Macallan began crafting single malt whisky, and The Harmony Collection releases showcase this across different food industries. For their latest release, Inspired by Intense Arabica, The Macallan Whisky Maker Steven Bremner has created the distinct Ethiopian Arabica coffee bean flavour profile to playfully pair with coffee to unlock distinct flavour profiles. Steven says, “Exploring the world of coffee with our masters in the industry, who shared their knowledge, creativity, and love for their art, was both an education and an inspiration. There are many parallels between the approach to creating incomparable whisky and coffee. Each requires unique skills and craftsmanship to achieve depth and complexity of taste and both worlds aim to deliver an extraordinary consumption experience. Whisky Maker’s Notes:The Macallan Harmony Collection Inspired by Intense… Read More

Category: FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

Tags: coffee, limited edition, the macallan, whisky

Love coffee? Try these café au lait treats this summer

by Danielle Kirk

Updated: 14/01/2023

Coffee champions Nespresso are making summer even sweeter with their latest Barista Creations range that’s made to be iced, iced baby. It couldn’t come any sooner as the Aussie summer stings, but you can now perk yourself up at home with the Brazilian-inspired collection designed to elevate iced coffee experiences with surprising tropical coffee blends designed specifically for ice. In the Barista Creations for Ice range is the new Liminha over Ice flavour, return of fan favourite Coconut over Ice and for black coffee loves, Ice Leggero. If a latte isn’t enough for you in the heat, try these summery treats to get that caffeine fix without the temperature spike. Mocha Smoothie Bowl Ingredients:80ml Ice Leggero1 large frozen banana or 2 small frozen bananas1 teaspoon cocoa powder3 teaspoons chia seeds1 teaspoon cinnamon Toppings suggestions: coconut shavings, nut butter, granola and fruit. Materials:Nespresso Vertuo machineBlender Method:Brew Ice Leggero, allow to cool.In a blender, add all ingredients. Blend until thick and smooth.Spoon into a bowl and garnish with your favourite toppings. Liminha Affogato Ingredients:80ml Liminha Coffee2 scoops Lemon Sorbet Materials:Nespresso Vertuo machineVertuo Cappuccino glass Method:In a Cappuccino glass, add the Lemon sorbet.Brew the Liminha coffee over the sorbet.Serve and enjoy! Ice Cube Coffee Ingredients:230ml Tropical Coconut Over Ice Capsule150ml milk (we love this with oat milk or coconut milk for an extra tropical hit!) Materials: Nespresso Vertuo machineIce Cube TrayNespresso Reveal GlassAeroccino Method:The night before, brew Iced Coconut into a jug and wait to cool. Carefully pour into the ice cube tray and freezer overnight.Place 3 coffee… Read More

Category: FOOD & DRINK, COFFEE, LIFESTYLE, RECIPES

Tags: affogato, coffee, dessert, iced coffee, nespresso, recipe, smoothie bowl

Become your own home barista with Nespresso Favourites

by Danielle Kirk

Posted: 21/07/2022

With costs going up, more Aussies than ever are feeling the pinch and with the average household consuming three coffees every day, more and more are opting to make their coffee at home to cut back. New YouGov research, The Nespresso 2022 Australian Coffee Report, shows 73% of Australians are now making their coffee at home in some capacity, with more than 63% (which is 9 million!) saying it’s to save money. While Australian cafe culture remains strong, it seems that the at home Nespresso supplements the daily coffee intake and we’re still enjoying the best of both worlds. Of course saving cash isn’t the only benefit, with 67% of Australians reporting they found it convenient, and 51% saying they were confident their coffee would always be made exactly the way they liked it. In fact, Australians were largely very satisfied with their own coffee-making skills, with 75% of coffee drinkers claiming the quality of their own homemade “When you’re consuming several coffees a day, it’s a huge benefit in times like these to be able to pare back your spending by making some of those coffee orders at home without having to compromise on quality,” said Nespresso Coffee Ambassador, Mitch Monaghan. “Australians will continue to visit their local café for that social experience, but they also want to know the first coffee they make as they roll out of bed in the morning is up to standard. Nespresso’s AAA Sustainable Quality Program™ ensures the coffee you buy is both the highest-quality and sustainably sourced.”… Read More

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Tags: Australian coffee, coffee, favourite coffee, nespresso

Kirsten Tibballs shares cold brew inspired recipes for International Coffee Day

by Emi Berry

Updated: 01/10/2021

Tomorrow is International Coffee Day (1 October) and JURA Australia has collaborated with Kirsten Tibballs, guest MasterChef judge and queen of desserts, to share cold brew inspired recipes using the recently launched JURA Z10 coffee machine. The Z10 is the world’s first hot and cold brew fully automated coffee machine and this year’s celebrations are all about the cold brew trend. JURA conducted a survey recently, revealing 8 in 10 Aussies now drink cold specialities at least once a week. “I’ve been loving using the JURA Z10 and creating some new cold brew speciality desserts for International Coffee Day. My favourite is my No-Churn Coffee Ice Cream which I’m loving at the moment and the fact the machine produces such beautiful quality cold brew at the touch of a button certainly speeds up the process. The cold brew function in the JURA Z10 coffee machine is a breakthrough for coffee lovers, the flavour profile achieved from a cold extraction of freshly roasted beans is outstanding. It has taken my No-Churn Coffee ice cream to the next level,” says Kirsten Tibballs, owner and founder of Savour Chocolate Sudio. No-Churn Coffee Ice Cream by Kirsten Tibballs Serves: 1 litre | Preparation: 20 minutes | Cooking: 180 minutes | Skill level: Beginner Ingredients: 396g sweetened condensed milk 60ml JURA espresso 250ml fresh cream (35% fat) 1 tsp vanilla bean paste 75g good quality gold chocolate (caramel) finely chopped 80g chocolate cookies, store-bought and roughly chopped. Method: 1. Place a 1-litre container into the freezer. 2. Simmer the unopened… Read More

Category: FOOD & DRINK

Tags: coffee, coffee recipes, international coffee day, jura australia, kirsten tibballs

Indigenous-owned coffee brand Dhuwa spreads its wings

by Emi Berry

Updated: 06/09/2021

DHUWA – pronounced “Dee:Wah” and meaning to feel alive in Bidjara language – is Australia’s Indigenous-owned coffee brand, roasted in partnership with Griffiths Bros Coffee Roasters. Since launching in May 2021 in Woolworths, DHUWA has now expanded availability to over 900 Woolworths stores nationwide. Although the range will vary between stores, Dhuwa’s ground coffee will be available in almost all Woolworths stores in Australia. Additional Woolworths stores are expected to be stocked with DHUWA coffee from October 18th, 2021. “As a modern Indigenous-owned, managed, and controlled business, we believe a great cup of coffee connects us as we share stories, build bonds, and nourish relationships. We call it ‘reconciliation in a cup,” said proud Mununjali Palawa man and DHUWA co-founder Shawn Andrews. “DHUWA celebrates Indigenous people and their cultures, including the three-hundred-plus languages they speak. It’s a reconciliation ecosystem in itself, from the coffee we create, the people we celebrate, and the opportunities we bring to other Indigenous people. The bigger picture behind DHUWA is to create a successful coffee enterprise that is soon able to train and employ Indigenous people and in so doing, contribute to their communities.” Griffiths Bros Coffee Roasters Managing Director Peter Patisteas said he was thrilled that DHUWA had selectedthem to help bring the product to life. “Coffee is a luxury that people won’t compromise on. DHUWA was founded over a shared passion of rich traditions, great coffee and good cause. For those reasons we take this partnership very seriously,” said Peter. Three different blendsFirst Light – a light roast sourced… Read More

Category: FOOD & DRINK

Tags: coffee, coffee beans, dhuwa coffee beans, woolworths

Drink coffee, get paid

by THE F

Updated: 23/07/2021

Looking for a job to froth over? In celebration of the launch of their reformulated Cafe for Baristas Almond Milk, leading plant-based milk brand, Vitasoy Australia has today announced they’re on the hunt for Australia’s Biggest Coffee Nut to become their Chief Coffee Taster! It usually takes a few minutes for ads to appear on the page, but occasionally it can take up to an hour. See our code implementation guide for more details. According to research, Australians love their coffee so much that over 30% of people surveyed would need a minimum of $10,000 to give up coffee for the month. And of that 30%, almost 10% would need a whole $1 million – clearly a nation full of strong Chief Coffee Taster candidates! Good thing Vitasoy’s got one hell of an opportunity available for a coffee tester, where you’ll: Have the chance to experiment with the tastier, frothier and creamier Cafe for Baristas Almond Milk reformulation Be invited to our Wodonga lab to sample the latest plant milk innovations with your flights (from any Australian capital city) and accommodation on us Learn all there is to learn about coffee from Australia’s 2019 barista champion Matt Lewin Get exposure to some of the best innovations in coffee and taste more coffee than a normal person would care to! Receive $10,000 (prior to tax) for your one month fixed term contract period Simply find the job here and record a video (no longer than 30 seconds) telling us why you are Australia’s biggest coffee nut and want to be Vitasoy’s… Read More

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Tags: Australian coffee, coffee, Coffee taster

Learn how to speak and drink coffee like an Italian – Lavazza x Duolingo partnership

by Emi Berry

Posted: 07/09/2020

Who doesn’t love Italian? They are leaders in the art of coffee and there’s nothing more romantic than listening to the Italian language. This is why the latest partnership between Lavazza Australia and the world’s number one language app, Duolingo, makes sense. When you visit Lavazza.com.au and add a minimum of 1kg bag of whole beans to your cart, simply add the code ESPRESSOLINGO to win one of 100 free annual subscriptions to Duoling. The subscription is valued at $170. This offer ends at midnight on the 11th of September 2020. This partnership came about as a result of research commissioned by Lavazza Australia, which showed that although international travel is off the cards for 2020, many Australians revealed they’d like to learn a new language. The national report, which spoke to more than 1,000 Australians, found Millennials/Gen Y (37%) to be the most eager to learn a new language, closely followed by Centennials/Gen Z (34%) and Gen X (18%). Baby Boomers came in at the tail end with just one-in-10 claiming any interest in learning a second ‘lingo’. When it came to the most popular language of choice studied by Aussies, Italian came out on top at 27%, followed by Spanish (24%, French (22%), Japanese (16%), and then Mandarin (11%). This aligned with Duolingo’s app data, which showed the number of people studying Italian had increased by 27% year on year, dominated by Sydneysiders, followed by Melburnians. Interestingly, the trends mirrored the nation’s top destination picks of places to visit once international restrictions lift,… Read More

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Tags: coffee, Coffee brand, Coffee giveaway, Italian, Lavazza Australia

Now you can enjoy your Starbucks in your jammies without leaving the house

by Emi Berry

Posted: 29/06/2020

With the launch of the Starbucks At Home range, coffee lovers will now be able to enjoy cafe-quality coffee without having to leave the house. You can now grab five new premium coffee styles from your local supermarket, which includes Roast & Ground, Whole Bean, Premium Instant, Premium Coffee Sachets, and Starbucks By Nescafé Dolce Gusto capsule options, which builds on the existing Starbucks By Nespresso range. Starbucks At Home Roast & Ground and Whole Bean (RRP $9.00) The Roast & Ground varieties can be extracted through pour-overs, drip filters and coffee presses, while the whole coffee beans allow for customised grinding. Both recreate the signature freshly-brewed taste of a perfect Starbucks brew at home. Starbucks Premium Instant Coffee 90g (RRP $9.95) is a duo of high-quality soluble coffees created by Starbucks master blenders. These premium coffees use the same high quality 100% Arabica beans as the Starbucks coffee houses. Starbucks By Nespresso Pike Place 10pk (RRP $6.90) is the newest addition and seventh variety of expertly-roasted Starbucks coffee encapsulated in Nespresso’s authentic aluminium capsules. Starbucks At Home Premium Coffee Sachets (RRP $5.90) is a new range of sachets inspired by several iconic coffee house favourties and include the following flavours: Cappuccino, Latte, Caramel Latte and Caffe Mocha. Starbucks By Nescafé Dolce Gusto (RRP $8.50) is a new range of Starbucks capsules filled with high quality 100% Arabica beans with specific roasting and taste profiles used in Starbucks coffeehouse staples that can be made from a NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto machine in the comfort of your… Read More

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Tags: coffee, Coffee brand, instant coffee, starbucks, starbucks at home

Crank up your day in iso with a cold press coffee infused with superfoods

by Emi Berry

Updated: 25/04/2020

Yes, the world is strange place right now and we’re all looking at ways to stay healthy and mentally focussed during this health emergency. And who would’ve thought cold press coffee in a can is one way of achieving this? You can get your morning coffee hit while taking in some next level superfoods. So, what’s so special about BeforeYouSpeak Cold Press High Performance Coffee? It’s 100% natural, vegan friendly, paleo friendly, keto friendly, dairy free, gluten free and there are no artificial sweeteners. This ready-to-drink, single original Columbian coffee is infused with all the good stuff, like MCT oil, turmeric, Siberian ginseng, green coffee bean and black pepper extract The good people at BeforeYouSpeak brew their ready-to-drink coffee using a cold press technology, which is different to cold brew. When compared to other brewing methods, cold press coffee yields a greater number of compounds in the liquid concentrate, meaning there is an explosion of flavour whilst having unparalleled smoothness. So, while we’re all in iso and thinking of ways to cheer ourselves up, why not treat yourself to coffee that can be delivered to your home! Hop online and order a batch of cold press coffee – you know the best part is when the delivery guy knocks on the door with your goodies in hand!

Category: COFFEE, FOOD & DRINK, HEALTH & FITNESS

Tags: coffee, cold press coffee, gluten free, superfoods

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