Mahalia Master roaster Mahalia Layzell and her husband Paul are both chefs with over 30 years experience in hospitality between them. They have cooked their way around the world and toiled in the kitchens and dining rooms of some of Melbourne’s finest restaurants and cafés. Mahalia’s

More Wins! Mahalia Coffee has picked up another three wins at the 2018 Sydney Royal Show Fine Foods Competition. Mahalia first started entering this show back in 2009 and has now won over 18 medals. 2018 stands apart from previous years, as it is the first time that Mahalia has been a

Cappuccino Served in a coffee cup Extract 28ml (single shot) in 28 seconds The cappuccino displays cream enriched by a dense foam cap Chocolate sprinkled generously on top Milk like silk Keep the milk pour slow, to ensure the cream cuts through the foam   As always, the five key

Not only does the Melbourne Cup ‘Stop The Nation’, it also brings most of Melbourne to a grinding halt. The first Tuesday in November has been a Melbourne tradition since 1861, although the race didn’t move to that day until 1875. Melbourne Cup Tradition For most peo

We love when Mahalia comes up with her new, limited-edition roasts! It’s time to get on board for the latest Yirgacheffe. FTO Ethiopia Yirgacheffe Natural Gr3 An outstanding Fair Trade Organic single origin from the birthplace of coffee, this Yirgacheffe is a lighter roast to hi

Long Macchiato Served in a coffee cup Fill the cup to 3/4 full with water from the boiler, not the group head Place the filled cup under the porta filter Extract 56ml (double shot) in 28 seconds Stain with three tablespoons of textured milk   As always, the five key points to the

Cafe Latte Served in a 220ml (8oz) latte glass Extract 28ml (single shot) in 28 seconds Fill the balance of the glass with textured milk Ensure a 15mm band of creamy dense foam at the top of the glass Crema cuts nicely through the foam   As always, the five key points to the perf