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Origin Trip – Costa Rica The Central American Republic of Costa Rica is a remarkable country; pristine Caribbean beaches, lush verdant volcanoes and diverse and unique wildlife are among the highlights.  During my trip I saw none of these. I did however get to partake in one of the country’s other big drawcards, coffee production. 

The Melbourne International Coffee Expo (MICE) was one of the most exciting and innovative events in the coffee world this year; however we couldn’t resist the urge to talk about our experiences in Melbourne itself.  The self-described coffee capital of Australia is home to thousands of amazing cafes and restaurants, a small handful of which

MICE; the annual pilgrimage that sees thousands of coffee professionals gather for three days of banter, competitions and, of course, plenty of caffeinated consumption.  This year saw one of the largest turnouts in the expo’s history and was a huge success for both exhibitors and attendees alike.  The Melbourne Exhibition Centre played host to MICE

Paddington in Brisbane’s northwest is undoubtedly one of Brisbane’s chic(est) suburbs. Known for its vibrant retail and restaurant scene and beautiful views overlooking the city, it’s easy to see why on-trend specialty cafes are becoming commonplace. The recently refurbished and revamped Tall Short makes its mark on the community with splashes of colour and lashings

First destination: Chapada Diamantina, Bahia Earlier this year I embarked on an unforgettable journey to Brazil.  The trip is in collaboration with our partners Hunt and Brew and Jarrad Seng. I love having the opportunity to share the beauty of my country; its diversity, the strength of our people and, of course, the great coffees.

Sunshine Coasters rejoice, for Dimattina has landed on the Coast! Adding to the already thriving coffee and food scene, Project Espresso is now serving our beans to complement their ever-evolving menu. Located smack bang in the heart of Maroochydoore, Project Espresso is helmed by proprietor Jason Ralph (a Melbourne boy).  Jason can generally be found

After months of hard work and preparation, the Dimattina WA crew officially unveiled our new website with a bang! The Dimattina website has been a long time coming and on Thursday 19th July it was time to finally showcase what has been accomplished.  Marketing manager Toni Riccelli pulled no punches when it came to planning

“The name ‘Little Lion’ is a metaphor for bravery; something these kids have in abundance.” Dimattina Coffee has been a strong supporter of the Perth Children’s Hospital Foundation (formerly PMH Foundation) for many years now and when the opportunity arose to contribute in a more direct and meaningful way, director Simon Dimattina and Head Roaster

Located in Kew on Cotham Road, Centonove offers a refined and elegant atmosphere for Italian dining. The menu provides a selection of contemporary Italian meals from fresh Rigatoni with zucchini flowers to something sweet like a traditional tiramisu. Executive Chef Patrick Fletcher sources the finest produce to make up his detailed primi, secondi and dessert

In the second part of our Espresso Myths series we deal with some common questions we get from both enthusiasts and professionals alike.  One of the most important things to know about coffee is that there is always more to learn.  The coffee industry is simultaneously intellectual and creative and we are always searching for