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Australian Barista Championships 2010

Congratulations to Simon James for his secoind placing in the Australian Barista Championships back in January. We were thrilled to have worked with Simon over the last 15 months, roasting and developing blends for his competition entry. With his years of experience and a signature drink that had everybody talking all weekend Simon can be truly proud of himself. It was quite clear he had fun all weekend too.

Congratulations to Scottie Callagham too on his first place. Both Scottie and Simon (as support to Scottie) are now both off to London for the World Championships in June. Good luck Scottie!

To watch Simon's performance on the final day - http://www.ustream.tv/recorded/4334590

And thanks Scottie for these comments on your Blog:

"If I have any regrets from the AASCA Australian Barista Championship it is that after I won I did not think to thank this young man, Christian Genovese you are a legend, to think that you could have been out doing all manner of things that kids your age do but instead you worked your ass off as a volunteer for the Australian Coffee Championships."

To visit Scottie's Blog- http://scottiecallaghan.blogspot.com/

Melbourne Coffee Review

Well done to inkr7 & Dench Bakers for these fine comments in the Melbourne Coffee Review!

July 29, 2009

inkr7 - worship good times

7 Inkerman Street, St Kilda VIC. 3182

All I can say is wow… this lovely little cafe appeared in my peripheral vision as I headed into town for another one of those days (Thanks to the 2010 Guide). I thought, to hell with it, I am pulling over for a feed and a good coffee. I was not dissapointed! The vibe of the place was peacful, busy but happy. The fire roared away and people tapped away on PC’s or were immersed in their news of the day. The staff looked attentive and very interested in serving their guests. The coffee, took a moment to come out but it was worth the wait. My Long Macc had a strong and inviting aroma, and was followed up with a thick, smooth crema. It was right up there with out a doubt. I will be back, and for now one major bean!

Coffee: Genovese

Peter Christo

July 25, 2009

DENCH Bakers

109 Scotchmer St
North Fitzroy VIC 3068

“Man does not live by bread alone,” or does he?
Well he possibly could if all the bread was as fabulous as it was here@ DENCH. Out with a slow-food mate, he was trying to refine the palate of the CaFFiend to look beyond the cup and see just how incredible some fine bread could be; this apparently was the perfect spot to introduce me to the wonders and excitement of sourdough!
A bustling little baker/café with table service, friendly staff who were both warm and welcoming, a devilishly delightful menu as well as the serious opportunity to complete a delectable degustation of fine food, possibly followed up with some amazing coffee.
Our feast was divine, the bread amazing, truly mind blowing, the foodie was right, man can live on bread alone especially if it is THIS good…..
My espresso arrived in style and flair, with a glass of water. Such a small thing, but something that really shows you care. Serving some of Melbourne’s finest SUPER BRAZIL, the nectar in the cup did not disappoint, viscous, thick and sweet, it was really well made using quality product and precision skill. My café latte chaser was also presented perfectly, silken smooth milk, combined with well extracted and fresh espresso to create the perfect beverage, capable of satisfying the most discerning of palates.
The CaFFiend was stoked, a marvelous lunch with the revelation that there’s so much more to good bread than meets the eye, followed by a strong ONE bean performance on the coffee was the perfect way to slow down and unwind on this caffeine fuelled highway called life!
Till next time……………………..Keep on Caffeining on!!!

Coffee: Genovese

Steve Agi

Miranda Laidlaw - Launceston Cycling Carnival

Miranda Laidlaw sporting the new Genovese range of cycling gear competed at the Launceston Carnival on 28th December 2008 finishing 3rd in the womens wheelrace.

Well done Miranda - keep up the good work.

For more information and to see the great new gear follow this link:

http://www.bike-zone.com/track.php?id=/photos/2008/dec08/SCAT08/launceston_s/DSC0389

Coffee Kid whips up winning brew

"Coffee Kid Whips up winning brew." Christian Genovese at the 2009 Australian Barista Championships.

Follow this link.

http://www.goldcoast.com.au/article/2009/02/02/44765_gold-coast-feature.html

Ms Gourmet Blog

Thanks to Ms.Gourmet for featuring our coffee so passionatley on your Blog. Follow this link for more information.

http://www.gourmetworrier.com/2009/01/basic-primal-need.html

Welcome to our new website

It gives us great pleasure to introduce you to our new website. We’ve taken a lot of time to make sure it’s easy to use and is stacked full of useful information. We hope you enjoy it and please feel free to give us your feedback. Thanks also to Splashbox and especially Viv for the great effort in building this great site.

The Genovese Movember Team

The entire male staff at Genovese have banded together to help the Movember Cause to Raise money for Prostate Cancer Research and Beyond Blue. Known as the “Geno Mo Bros” they really are a sight. Keep your eyes out for a participating member and show your appreciation by donating to this great cause. Photo updates will be posted as time goes by. DONATE NOW.

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AND THE FINAL RESULTS:

The Geno Mo Bro Team raised just over $2600 towards this great cause. Thanks to everyone who donated and if you didn't get a chance you can still donate if you would like. See the link above. And for those who are interested here's the team on the last day!!

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