By Ayanda Dlamini  In light of the new year, we present a new(ish) coffee spot for us coffee connoisseurs. Abstract Coffee Club, a place that isn’t just about serving delicious co...

Your coffee habit is what is classed as an 'everyday luxury', even when January seems far too long for your budget to stretch, you make a plan for your delicious flat white or elegan...

By Ayanda Dlamini  There’s something so satisfying about the fusion of two seemingly distant entities coming together, and making complete sense. Like my first response to the concept ...

Swan Drip and Cold Brew Coffee Maker with 4 Double wall Cappuccino Glasses When you’ve got a lot of people over the easiest and most delicious way to please the crowds with good coffee is...

Wow! Adding a touch of fun and excitement to your morning coffee, this beautiful Artist Series from Bialetti is GORGEOUS. You can win this fabulous set worth R1350 by simply filling in the entry fo...

We're trying not to take ourselves too seriously, in this busy, crazy time when everything in the world feels very serious right now. We have to find moments on silly and fun where we can, and...

Well hello gorgeous! Issue 46 has made the beginning of the southern Summer a little brighter. GET YOURS NOW. A word from Editor, Melanie Winter Electrical storms are, in my opinion, on...

Proud Mary: Timeless charm and good coffee By Ayanda Dlamini   Location: The Bank, 26 Cradock Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2196 The name “Proud Mary” illustrates the im...

By Ayanda Dlamini At just 26 years old, Blessed Chizah Nyakarize stands as a powerhouse of artistic innovation, utilizing an unexpected yet captivating resource: coffee. His canvas is a sacre...

Patrik Rolf, who placed 6th at the World Barista Championships held in Athens, Greece this year, competes in front of a large crowd of eager coffee enthusiasts. When we think of “c...

By Ayanda Dlamini  Dough&co. -  40 7th Avenue, Corner 3rd Ave, Parktown North, Randburg, 2193 Whether you’re seeking a peaceful morning retreat or a vibrant aftern...

Words by Ayanda Dlamini, originally published in Issue 43 of The Coffee Magazine Our relationship with nature is an important one. For those of us that live in big cities, where concrete dom...

The hot topic around coffee growing recently has been how we need to actively look beyond the traditional to sustain the ever growing demand for and the ever threatening climate changes against coffee...

Words by Ayanda Dlamini In a world where coffee roasting has become a high-tech affair, there was a certain charm in discovering a master of the craft who has found a unique and humble tool f...

The Chairman Cafe 146 Mahatma Gandhi Rd, Point, Durban, 4001 In Durban, we do not have many bastions of culture, but before 2020, The Chairman was the go-to for intimate music events and wonde...

What a joy it is to walk into an established coffee shop and immediately understand that this is the regular hang out for almost all of the customers in the sprawling space. Ironically, The Str...

Words by Ayanda Dlamini Yaawk Coffee is more than just a coffee brand; it’s a testament to the pursuit of greatness. Founded by SA Rowers who have represented SA at an Olympic level and con...

Congratulations to the Bar Sauce team on a successful and very entertaining launch! This collaboration between Art of Duplicity, Truth Coffee and Hope Distillery is a tasty and stylish affair and we h...

All Images by Paige Fiddes Wouldn't it be lovely if everyone was this excited (see above!) about reducing waste and composting! 4WKS are running a summer campaign in Cape Town to reward a...

In the 15th century, in the bustling streets of Istanbul, coffee was not just a beverage; it was a way of life. Coffeehouses were the heartbeat of the city, and discussions over a cup of rich, dar...