Grab it & go at luxury spot Dough&Co! - <p>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...</p>

Grab it & go at luxury spot Dough&Co!

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...

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Green Living: Coffee Habits can fuel Sustainable Living Goals - <p>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...</p>

Green Living: Coffee Habits can fuel Sustainable Living Goals

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...

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SA First: A fully South African Grown Coffee Blend at Vida e Caffe - <p>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...</p>

SA First: A fully South African Grown Coffee Blend at Vida e Caffe

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...

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Popping for coffee: Unconventional roasting with retiree, Stanley Sher - <p>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...</p>

Popping for coffee: Unconventional roasting with retiree, Stanley Sher

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...

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New Kid on the Block: The Chairman Cafe - <p>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...</p>

New Kid on the Block: The Chairman Cafe

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...

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Cafe Focus: The Strangers Club, Cape Town - <p>

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...</p>

Cafe Focus: The Strangers Club, Cape Town

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...

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New Kids on the Block: Yaawk Coffee - <p>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...</p>

New Kids on the Block: Yaawk Coffee

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...

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What we learned from tasting 10 different coffee cocktails - <p>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...</p>

What we learned from tasting 10 different coffee cocktails

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...

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Big Change through Small Shifts: Composting for the win! - <p>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...</p>

Big Change through Small Shifts: Composting for the win!

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...

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Creative Friday: The Great Coffee Divorce - <p>

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...</p>

Creative Friday: The Great Coffee Divorce

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...

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Win with Issue 45! - <p>We love Issue 45! Ok, yes, we're biased, but we just know you will love it too. And we're giving you the opportunity to win an Annual Subscription (worth R600, includes a mag, a goodie - usual...</p>

Win with Issue 45!

We love Issue 45! Ok, yes, we're biased, but we just know you will love it too. And we're giving you the opportunity to win an Annual Subscription (worth R600, includes a mag, a goodie - usual...

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Celebrating International Coffee Day! - <p>

Every year on October 1st, coffee lovers around the world come together to celebrate a beverage that has become an integral part of our daily lives – coffee. This cherished drink has earned ...</p>

Celebrating International Coffee Day!

Every year on October 1st, coffee lovers around the world come together to celebrate a beverage that has become an integral part of our daily lives – coffee. This cherished drink has earned ...

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7 Coffee Instagram Accounts to Follow in 2023 - <p>Words by Katie Burnett

(All photos from Instagram accounts mentioned)


As we enter the 3rd quarter of 2023, I’m taking a look back at the coffee content of the year. There have been a cou...</p>

7 Coffee Instagram Accounts to Follow in 2023

Words by Katie Burnett (All photos from Instagram accounts mentioned) As we enter the 3rd quarter of 2023, I’m taking a look back at the coffee content of the year. There have been a cou...

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Hope Warriors: Brewing Hope through Coffee - <p>By Ayanda Dlamini


Prince Albert is becoming a well known foodie and artisan destination. Local charity, PACT, hopes to use coffee to give hope and employment to members of the community!



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Hope Warriors: Brewing Hope through Coffee

By Ayanda Dlamini Prince Albert is becoming a well known foodie and artisan destination. Local charity, PACT, hopes to use coffee to give hope and employment to members of the community! M...

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The Stats: Two thirds of South Africans start their day with some form of coffee - <p>We're not generally in the habit of publishing Press Releases, but this one has some very interesting and encouraging information from data company Eighty20 about the consumption of coffee in Sout...</p>

The Stats: Two thirds of South Africans start their day with some form of coffee

We're not generally in the habit of publishing Press Releases, but this one has some very interesting and encouraging information from data company Eighty20 about the consumption of coffee in Sout...

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Issue 45: Seeing Coffee Differently! - <p>

One of my favourite pastimes is snorkelling. It’s a calming, gentle activity and I find myself breathing much deeper, both during and after. But more than that, it’s a freaking spectac...</p>

Issue 45: Seeing Coffee Differently!

One of my favourite pastimes is snorkelling. It’s a calming, gentle activity and I find myself breathing much deeper, both during and after. But more than that, it’s a freaking spectac...

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WATCH: AI and Coffee with Neil Maree of Genio Roasters - <p>

As you sip your morning coffee, you may be unaware that AI has played a role in the bean-to-cup supply chain somewhere along the way. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly commonpl...</p>

WATCH: AI and Coffee with Neil Maree of Genio Roasters

As you sip your morning coffee, you may be unaware that AI has played a role in the bean-to-cup supply chain somewhere along the way. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly commonpl...

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Respect the Tech! The Unsung Heroes of the Coffee Industry - <p>We received a mail from Jacques Celliers, a former technician in the coffee industry! And we couldn't agree with his sentiment more. These legends deal with coffee business owners at their wo...</p>

Respect the Tech! The Unsung Heroes of the Coffee Industry

We received a mail from Jacques Celliers, a former technician in the coffee industry! And we couldn't agree with his sentiment more. These legends deal with coffee business owners at their wo...

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What's the Real Deal with Caffeine? - <p>



Words by Katie Burnett


In the early 1900s, Barcolo Manufacturing in Buffalo New York introduced the “coffee break” to its labour force. Twice a day, the entire factory would s...</p>

What's the Real Deal with Caffeine?

Words by Katie Burnett In the early 1900s, Barcolo Manufacturing in Buffalo New York introduced the “coffee break” to its labour force. Twice a day, the entire factory would s...

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Coffee Basics: Decoding Coffee Labelling - <p>Decoding Coffee Labels: Unraveling the World of Fair Trade, Organic, and Single-Origin Beans

By Ayanda Dlamini 




Photo by Ruan Martinelli on Unsplash

In the vibrant world of coffee,...</p>

Coffee Basics: Decoding Coffee Labelling

Decoding Coffee Labels: Unraveling the World of Fair Trade, Organic, and Single-Origin Beans By Ayanda Dlamini  Photo by Ruan Martinelli on Unsplash In the vibrant world of coffee,...

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