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THE FINEST BLEND
Aroma festival
Your guide to Aroma
Sunday 26 July, 10am – 5pmWith events and workshops throughout July
Welcome to The Rocks Aroma Festival, proudly presented by Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority.
As experts source, roast, blend, pour and teach, you’re invited to savour an unbelievable month of coffee in The Rocks.
There will be an evolving artwork painted in coffee, hands-on workshops and demonstrations, and a competition to crown the best local brew. You’ll find many delicious reasons to keep coming back to The Rocks throughout July.
It all leads up to the day that thousands of cups are filled, sampled and sipped as the main event fills the streets with roasters, baristas, coffee machines, food and music on Sunday 26 July.
Aroma is one of the many fantastic events Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority supports in The Rocks every year. The Authority is committed to supporting small businesses and underscoring The Rocks as a foodie destination. We are proud that our outstanding events attract millions of visitors and provide an important contribution to the NSW economy.
Take the time to enjoy everything you love about coffee at The Rocks Aroma Festival this July.
Catherine GallagherChief Executive OfficerSydney Harbour Foreshore Authority
Pour and froth, sip and savour, look and learn.Enjoy everything you love about coffee at The Rocks Aroma Festival this July.
Coffee Connoisseurs 4
Aroma Cup 6
From France, with Love 10
Workshops 13
Aroma Art Hub 16
Coffee Indulgences 19
Cocktails and High Coffee 21
Aroma Calendar – Event and Workshops throughout July 24
Aroma Map – Event and Workshops throughout July 26
Aroma Festival Day (26 July) 28
Aroma Schedule – Festival Day, 26 July 34
Aroma Map – Festival Day, 26 July 36
Sponsors 38
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COFFEE CONNOISSEURS
Australians are learning to appreciate coffee as we do fine wine, writes Debbie Elkind.
Since European migrants introduced us to our first taste of espresso in the 1950s, Australians have embraced the bean. The more we learn, the greater our expectations.
“We’re currently riding a huge wave of coffee knowledge,” says Boris Georgiou, ASCA Barista Judge and part owner of Compagnon Coffee Co, a specialty coffee roasting company.
“Just as people used to drink ‘red’ or ‘white’ wine, but now recognise and appreciate different varietals and growing regions, such as a Barossa Shiraz, so our appreciation of coffee has developed.”
“Coffee cherries from different places have unique tastes,” explains Georgiou. “Coffee from Kenya, for example, will characteristically taste quite fruity with high notes of peach and rhubarb, whereas a coffee from Ethiopia has strong plum notes and a coffee blossom aroma that is almost like jasmine.” “This morning we cupped some coffees from the El Salvador Cup of Excellence. One had a really unique malty sweetness with notes of cloves and currants.”
BREW TRENDS Georgiou discusses his favourite alternative brew methods, which are a great way to experiment with brewing techniques and appreciate the uniqueness of single origin coffees.
Pour Over Coffee Coffee is extracted by pouring hot water over ground coffee in a paper
filter. This method brings out subtler flavours and is suited to a lighter roasted coffee.
AeropressHot water is poured over the coffee and then pressure is applied manually to force water through the coffee bed and filter. This method offers more variables to experiment with and can therefore bring out more flavour characteristics.
Cold Drip CoffeeAn apparatus slowly drips cold water through coffee over a matter of hours. This process extracts a different ratio of sugar, oil and acids, resulting in a filter style coffee with a viscous composition and a low acidity and bitterness. Suited to light or medium roast coffee.
BORIS’ 5 TOP TIPS FOR HOME BARISTAS• Buy coffee from small specialty
roasters.
• Purchase smaller amounts of coffee more often.
• Explore single origins to build your palette.
• Invest in a good burr grinder.
• Store coffee in an airtight container in a dark, cool place.
Georgiou and his team will present ‘Brew Camp’ workshops at this year’s Aroma Festival. See pages 13 and 14 for more info about specialty workshops curated by ASCA and Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority. Book now at therocks.com as places are limited.
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Whose rich espresso leaves you longing for more? Whose perfect roast makes the start of your working day just that little bit brighter?
Win more than $3,000 worth of prizes, including a Breville Oracle® espresso machine, by voting for your favourite local pour in The Rocks Aroma Cup.
The Aroma Cup 2015 People’s Choice awardJudge your way around 12 local brews to crown The Rocks’ finest blend. Enjoy a cup of black gold in one or all of the businesses participating in the Aroma Cup (see pages 7–9 for a list of all competitors), then enter your vote instore or at therocks.com and automatically go into the draw to win a delicious prize package worth more than $3,000 including:
• Breville Oracle® espresso machine
• $250 voucher for Ananas Bar and Brasserie, The Rocks
• One night’s accommodation for two, including breakfast, at Holiday Inn Old Sydney.
At the end of July, the business with the most votes will be crowned the 2015 Aroma Cup People’s Choice award winner.
The Aroma Cup 2015 Industry Choice award The Australasian Specialty Coffee Association (ASCA) will also crown the Aroma Cup Industry Choice award winner. ASCA will lead a panel of accredited judges on a bean journey around The Rocks, as they taste and compare a selection of the same brews at each participating business.
THE COMPETITORS – VISIT AND VOTE TODAY!Scan the unique QR code in your favourite business
or visit therocks.com to vote.
Voting is open from 1 July to 31 July 2015. Visit therocks.com for full terms and conditions.
WHO HAS THE FINEST BLEND IN
THE ROCKS?
Appetito Restaurant 135 George Street appetito.com.au
Serving coffee from: Belaroma
Vote for Appetito because: It’s not only the brand but our exotic baristas! From Rome, Sicily and Paris.
Cafe DanieliShop 10 The Clock Tower Centre, 35–55 Harrington Street
Serving coffee from: Danieli (own brand)
Vote for Cafe Danieli because: The ‘Danieli Blend’ produces a fine complex coffee with full body and distinctive smooth chocolaty flavour with no bitter aftertaste.
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La Renaissance Patisserie (2014 Aroma Cup Industry Choice award winner)47 Argyle Street larenaissance.com.au
Serving coffee from: The Little Marionette
Vote for La Renaissance Patisserie because: We make it with love and emotion.
Swagmans Post Courtyard Cafe35 George Street
Serving coffee from: House blend
Vote for Swagmans Post Courtyard Cafe because: Our coffee is smooth whilst still maintaining its strength and flavour.
Le Pain Quotidien (LPQ)127 George Street lepainquotidien.com.au
Serving coffee from: Organic Fairtrade coffee roasted for LPQ by Neoma Coffee
Vote for Le Pain Quotidien because: Our coffee is the perfect blend. It’s locally roasted and served in unique Belgian-style bowls.
MCA Cafe & Sculpture Terrace Level 4, Museum of Contemporary Art, 140 George Street mca.com.au
Serving coffee from: The Little Marionette
Vote for MCA Cafe & Sculpture Terrace because: Love, care and passion are important ingredients for us, as is the fantastic view, generous staff and wonderful art.
Playfair Cafe (2013 and 2014 Aroma Cup People’s Choice award winner)26–32 Playfair Street
Serving coffee from: ZEST Specialty Coffee Roasters
Vote for Playfair Cafe because: There’s passion and love in every cup. If we wouldn’t drink it, we certainly wouldn’t serve it.
The Fine Food Store Corner Mill and Kendall lanes finefoodstore.com
Serving coffee from: Coffee Alchemy, Proud Mary, Sensory Lab and other guest roasters
Vote for The Fine Food Store because: We strive to serve the best espresso possible, poured by expert baristas who put a little pinch of their heart in every cup.
Guylian Belgian Chocolate Café91 George Street guyliancafe.com
Serving coffee from: Premium quality Guylian House Blend 100% Arabica
Vote for Guylian Belgian Chocolate Café because: Intense flavour, smooth taste and freshly roasted beans make our coffee unique.
The Rocks Café 99 George Street therockscafe.com
Serving coffee from: Octavia beans by Belaroma
Vote for The Rocks Café because: We use 100% high grown premium Arabica coffee beans. Freshly roasted and ground, each cup is blended to perfection.
The Bakers Oven 121 George Street
Serving coffee from: 100% Arabica – Mocha
Vote for The Bakers Oven because: Our coffee is locally blended, with only the best care for preparation and coffee making.
Creperie Suzette 35 Harrington Street creperiesuzette.com.au
Serving coffee from: Double Roasters – Flight Plan
Vote for Creperie Suzette because: Our signature blend is rich and smooth with notes of dark chocolate, hazelnuts and brown sugar. Very balanced with a full body.
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Back behind the glittering Sydney Harbour and Opera House sails, down one of The Rocks’ charming cobbled laneways, lies La Renaissance Patisserie and Cafe – a little French jewel set in grand Sydney surrounds.
La Renaissance is renowned for its exquisite cakes and pastries and its coffees are no less outstanding. In 2014, the cafe won the Aroma Cup Industry Choice award for its brews made with beans from boutique roaster, The Little Marionette.
“La Renaissance is one of the longest standing French patisseries in Sydney,” says Jean Michel Raynaud, Executive Chef and part owner. “It has always been owned and managed by passionate professionals who are committed to remaining true to the traditions of French Patisserie whilst modernising and improving.”
Raynaud recently published his first cookbook, The French Baker, a guide to French-style baking in the home kitchen. At La Renaissance you’ll find all those irresistible French classics, from gateaux and milles feuilles to macarons and croquembouche.
“We apply the same attention to detail and care to our coffee that we apply to our cakes. We have a young team of baristas that absolutely love what they do and are incredibly knowledgeable about the finer points of making coffee. Our coffee roaster, The Little Marionette, have
the best beans I have ever tasted, aromatic and strong, without a hint of bitterness.”
“We love what we do and we have a great product to work with,” says Head Barista, Anne McDonald. “Little Marionette is one of my favourites when it comes to coffee. I am fortunate to work with this great product and I guess the Industry agrees!”
McDonald, a New Zealander who was working in Christchurch before finding a new home in Sydney, loves working in The Rocks.
“There are times when I am on my way in to work and I look around and think, wow, how lucky am I to work in such a great location? There is a real community spirit here that you would not expect from a big city and it is great to be a part of it.”
Or, as Raynaud puts it, “I love the fact that, much like our patisserie, The Rocks is a dynamic and progressive precinct, which has managed to remain strongly rooted in its historic context. It is unlike any other place in Sydney.”
La Renaissance Patisserie and Cafe, 47 Argyle Street, The Rocks larenaissance.com.au
Vote for your favourite local brew in this year’s Aroma Cup for your chance to win $3,000 worth of prizes including a Breville Oracle® Espresso machine. See page 6 for more information or go to therocks.com.
FROM FRANCE, WITH LOVE
Debbie Elkind discovers why Sydneysiders love La Renaissance Cafe and Patisserie, winner of the 2014 Aroma Cup Industry Choice award.
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Cupping with ASCA and The Roasters GuildCupping is the professional tasting and evaluation of coffee. Enjoy an introduction to the great flavours of coffee and discover the art of slow coffee.
$20 per person, 1 hour Thu 9 and 16 July, 6pm Thu 23 July, 1pm 6–8 Atherden Street
Chocolate – Bean to Bar by Cicada and ChocolartsArtisan chocolatiers will explain where chocolate comes from, how it is made, and offer chocolate samples and the opportunity to purchase your favourites.
$20 per person,1 hour Thu 9 and 16 July, 1pm Sat 25 July, 12 noon 6–8 Atherden Street
Cupping 101 with ASCATaste coffees from different regions and learn about the key flavour issues and techniques that make your favourite coffee taste as it does.
$20 per person, 1.5 hours Fri 10, 17 and 24 July, 1pm 6–8 Atherden Street
Brew Camp – for the Home Enthusiast by Compagnon Coffee Co.Learn how to brew great coffee at home using a variety of manual brew methods with a focus on ‘pour over coffee’ brewing.
$20 per person, 1.5 hours Fri 10 and 17 July, 6pm 6–8 Atherden Street
Comparative Cupping with ASCAEnjoy a comparative cupping of coffee from different countries and regions, as well as a ‘how to cup’ demonstration and learn about the journey of coffee from bean to cup.
$20 per person, 1 hour Sat 11 and 18 July, 12 noon Sun 12 and 19 July, 12 noon 6–8 Atherden Street
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WORKSHOPSSpend an hour or two immersed in the world
of coffee. Follow the bean to chocolate bar journey, learn how to make latte art or
explore the technique of cupping.
T H R O U G H O U T J U LY
Coffee Appreciation with ASCAGain greater insight into the history of coffee, the world’s coffee growing regions and how coffee is produced in this introductory workshop.
$20 per person, 1 hour Sat 11 and 18 July, 3pm 6–8 Atherden Street
Latte Art with ASCAHone your skills to impress your friends at home with latte art designs while you watch the industry professionals at work.
$20 per person, 1 hour Sun 12, 19 and Sat 25 July, 3pm 6–8 Atherden Street
The Birthplace of Coffee by Paramount Coffee Project and Technoserve with international guests Moata and Ansha Ethiopia is the origin of, and home to, much of the world’s best coffee. For green coffee buyers, travelling to Ethiopia is considered truly “going to the source”. Hear two Ethiopian coffee professionals talk about their country’s unique coffee culture and share some premium Ethiopian coffee.
$75 per person, 1.5 hours Thu 23 and Fri 24 July, 6pm 6–8 Atherden Street
Visit therocks.com to book now as places are limited.
A Guide to Home Brewing at The Fine Food StoreThis hands-on class will cover pour-over coffee, aeropress and plunger home brewing with the team demonstrating how to control different factors such as grind, time and brew ratio to get the best result in each cup. Book via The Fine Food Store by emailing Richard, [email protected]
$65 per person, maximum 8 people, 1.5 hours Thu 23 July, 6pm Fine Food Store, Crn Kendall Lane and Mill Lane finefoodstore.com
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AROMA ART HUB
A good cup of coffee can keep the creative fires burning. Head to The Rocks Square during Aroma to savour coffee as art and art made from coffee.
Coffee Artwork by James PatrickArtist James Patrick has painted artworks in alcohol and tomato sauce. Now, for the Aroma Festival, he’ll be painting a large canvas in coffee in The Rocks Square, with the final artwork to be revealed on the big day.
Free Tue–Thu from 7 July, 11am – 2pm The Rocks Square
Aroma Shots by Jo WallaceJournalist and photographer Jo Wallace is known for her blog, Humans of Newtown. For Aroma, Jo has turned her eye to coffee lovers of The Rocks. See her captivating photographs and read the stories behind them.
Free Daily from 6 July The Rocks Square
Life Drawing – Julian Ashton Art School studentsWatch talented students from Australia’s oldest art school at work as they make The Rocks their muse.
Free Fri 10, 17 and 24 July, 11am – 2pm The Rocks Square
Argyle Oracle Tea-leaf ReadingsDiscover what your future holds with a 15-minute tea-leaf reading with an expert from Sydney psychic centre, The Argyle Oracle.
Free Fri 10, 17 and 24 July, 11am – 2pm The Rocks Square
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COFFEE INDULGENCES
Melting espresso macarons. Intoxicating coffee-scented candles. Tingle all of your senses with
coffee’s intense aromas and flavours.
Crepe and Coffee ComboSweet and savory crepes and galettes inspired by the soul food of France. Enjoy a specially matched crepe and coffee combination.
$15 Aroma crepe and coffee combination Mon–Fri, 7.30am – 3pm Sat–Sun, 9am – 4.30pm Creperie Suzette, 34 Harrington Street creperiesuzette.com.au
Coffee Macarons and Tiramisu Enjoy Macaron au Café (coffee macarons) and a tiramisu that blends mascarpone, ricotta, hints of orange and a generous dose of Kahlua.
$3 Macaron au Café, $12 Tiramisu Daily, 8am – 6pm La Renaissance Cafe, 47 Argyle Street larenaissance.com.au
Coffee and CannoliIndulge in a regular freshly roasted Danieli Coffee and a mouth-watering ricotta-chocolate cannoli.
$6 for regular coffee and cannoli Daily, 2–4 pm Cafe Danieli, Shop 10, Clock Tower danieli.com.au
Coffee CandlesGet 10 free Morning Coffee Wax Melts when you purchase a Warm Espresso Candle at Get Drenched. Enjoy over 60 hours of glorious coffee aroma.
$18.95 per Warm Espresso candle plus 10 free Morning Coffee Wax Melts Daily 10am – 5pm, while stocks last Get Drenched, 29 Playfair Street getdrenched.com.au
Coffee Cart FridaysOn Fridays throughout July, enjoy a steaming hot drink served from coffee carts on the sidewalks.
The Fine Food Store serving Coffee Alchemy Fri 10, 17and 24 July, 8am – 3pm The Rocks Square
Playfair Cafe serving Zest Specialty Coffee Roasters Fri 10, 17 and 24 July, 9am – 4pm Barney and Bligh Reserve / Cadmans Cottage
The Little Hopper serving Mighty Fine Coffee Fri 10, 17, and 24 July, 8am – 3pm First Fleet Park stairs
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COCKTAILS AND HIGH COFFEE
Sinful and sweet, naughty and nice… sip espresso martinis and nibble on elegant
sweet and savoury treats washed down with your favourite blend.
High CoffeeEnjoy open-faced sandwiches, freshly baked mini pastries, mini muffins and a selection of desserts with your choice of coffee or tea and the option of sparkling wine. Bookings preferred but walk-ins are welcome.
$40 per person, $45 per person with sparkling wine Daily 8am – 2pm Le Pain Quotidien, 127 George Street lepainquotidien.com.au (02) 9386 0840
High Coffee and TeaIncludes your choice of Danieli coffee or Tea Amo tea plus a selection of finger sandwiches, mini pies, quiches, cannoli, pastries, cakes, scones and slices. Book by email to [email protected].
$30 per person Tue 7, 14 and 21 July, 2–4pm Cafe Danieli, Shop 10, The Clock Tower Centre, 35–55 Harrington Street danieli.com.au
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Adore Estate Pop-up CafeEnjoy Adore Estate’s award-winning blends whilst taking in the famous Sydney Harbour backdrop.Wed 22, Thu 23, and Fri 24 July, 8am – 2pm Sat 25 July, 10am – 2pm Sun 26 July, 10am – 5pm Circular Quay West (located opposite the MCA)
Adore Estate Coffee LabSample coffee created by a variety of brewing methods, watch demonstrations and workshops on cupping and more and purchase speciality tools of the trade to use at home.Mon 20 – Fri 24 July, 12 noon – 2pm Sat 25 – Sun 26 July, 10am – 5pm Playfair Street
Espresso Martini Specials Sample the buzziest of all cocktails at these venues during Aroma.
Bar 100To celebrate all things coffee, Bar 100 is offering coffee lovers unique festival specials.
$15 espresso martinis, $10 Nutella Banana Pizzas, $10 Peroni Draughts 100 George Street bar100.com.au
Eric’s Bar, Harbour Rocks HotelLocated within the chic Harbour Rocks Hotel, Eric’s Bar is offering a special on their famous espresso martinis for the duration of the Aroma Festival.
$15 espresso martinis 34 Harrington Street harbourrocks.com.au
Phillips FooteShare an espresso martini in the charm of the famous Phillip’s Foote bar or the discreet surroundings of the heated courtyard.
$25 for two espresso martinis served with a treat 101 George Street phillipsfoote.com.au
Push BarIndulge in a cocktail that packs a punch. Inspired by street fights of the early 1800s, the Bare Knuckle Espresso is a blend of Patrón XO tequila, Galliano Vanilla, sugar syrup, and espresso.
$15 Bare Knuckle Espressos 143 George Street pushbar.com.au
The Fine Food Store Indulge in a festival-inspired Cold- brewed Martini at the Fine Food Store throughout the month of Aroma.
$15 Cold-brewed Martinis Corner Mill and Kendall lanes finefoodstore.com
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WHAT WHEN COST 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
AROMA CUP
12 competitors, see pages 6–9
WORKSHOPS
Cupping with ASCA and The Roasters Guild See page 13 $20
Chocolate – Bean to Bar by Cicada and Chocolarts See page 13 $20
Cupping 101 with ASCA 1pm $20
Brew Camp – for the Home Enthusiast by Compagnon Coffee Co. 6pm $20
Comparative Cupping with ASCA 12 noon $20
Coffee Appreciation with ASCA 3pm $20
Latte Art with ASCA 3pm $20
The Birthplace of Coffee by Paramount Coffee Project 6pm $75
A Guide to Home Brewing at The Fine Food Store 6pm $65
ART HUB –THE ROCKS SQUARE
Aroma Shots by Jo Wallace All day Free
Coffee Artwork by James Patrick 11am – 2pm Free
Life Drawing – Julian Ashton Art School students 11am – 2pm Free
Argyle Oracle Tea-leaf Readings 11am – 2pm Free
COFFEE CART FRIDAYS
Playfair Cafe serving Zest Specialty Coffee Roasters 9am–4pm Various
The Fine Food Store Cafe serving Coffee Alchemy 8am–3pm Various
The Little Hopper serving Mighty Fine Coffee 8am–3pm Various
COFFEE INDULGENCES
Adore Estate Pop-up Cafe See page 23 Various
Adore Estate Coffee Lab See page 23 Various
Creperie Suzette – $15 Crepe and Coffee Combo See page 22 $15
La Renaissance Cafe – $3 Coffee Macarons and $12 Tiramisu 8am – 6pm $3 – $12
Cafe Danieli – $6 Coffee and Cannoli 2–4pm $6
Get Drenched – Coffee Candles Special Offer While stocks last $18.95
HIGH COFFEE AND ESPRESSO MARTINIS
Le Pain Quotidien – High Coffee 8am – 2pm $40 pp
Cafe Danieli – High Coffee and Tea 2–4pm $30 pp
Bar 100 – $15 Espresso Martinis, $10 Pizzas, $10 Peroni 12 noon – late $10 – $15
Eric’s Bar, Harbour Rocks Hotel – $15 Espresso Martinis 11am – late $15
Phillips Foote – $25 for two Espresso Martinis with a Treat 12 noon – late $25
Push Bar – $15 Bare Knuckle Espresso 12 noon – late $15
The Fine Food Store – $15 Cold-brewed Martini 11am – 3pm $15
AROMA CALENDAR – EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS THROUGHOUT JULY * see next page for locations
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COFFEE CART FRIDAYS
Playfair Cafe serving Zest Specialty Coffee Roasters
The Fine Food Store Cafe serving Coffee Alchemy
The Little Hopper serving Mighty Fine Coffee
COFFEE INDULGENCES
Adore Estate Pop-up Cafe
Adore Estate Coffee Lab
Creperie Suzette – $15 Crepe and Coffee Combo
La Renaissance Cafe – $3 Coffee Macarons and $12 Tiramisu
Cafe Danieli – $6 Coffee and Cannoli
Get Drenched – Coffee Candles Special Offer
HIGH COFFEE AND ESPRESSO MARTINI SPECIALS
Le Pain Quotidien – High Coffee at $40–45 per person
Cafe Danieli – High Coffee and Tea at $30 per person
Bar 100 – $15 Espresso Martinis, $10 Nutella Banana Pizzas, $10 Peroni Draught
Eric’s Bar, Harbour Rocks Hotel – $15 Espresso Martinis
Phillips Foote – $25 for two Espresso Martinis served with a Treat
Push Bar – $15 Bare Knuckle Espresso
The Fine Food Store – $15 Cold-brewed Martini
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AROMA CUP
Swagmans Post Courtyard Cafe
The Fine Food Store
Playfair Cafe
Cafe Danieli
Creperie Suzette
La Renaissance Patisserie
Guylian Belgian Chocolate Café
The Rocks Café
MCA Cafe & Sculpture Terrace
The Bakers Oven
Le Pain Quotidien
Appetito Restaurant
WORKSHOPS
6–8 Atherden Street· Cupping with ASCA and The Roasters Guild
· Chocolate – Bean to Bar by Cicada and Chocolarts
· Cupping 101 with ASCA· Brew Camp – for the Home Enthusiast by Compagnon Coffee Co.
· Comparative Cupping with ASCA· Coffee Appreciation with ASCA· Latte Art with ASCA· The Birthplace of Coffee by Paramount Coffee Project and Technoserve
A Guide to Home Brewing at The Fine Food Store
ART HUB
The Rocks Square· Aroma Shots by Jo Wallace· Coffee Artwork by James Patrick· Life Drawing – Julian Ashton Art School Students
· Argyle Oracle Tea-leaf Readings
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The Rocks Discovery Museum Bligh and
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The Rocks Square
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COFFEE HEAVENSample direct from the source from boutique and speciality coffee roasters. Think handmade, traditional, organic and Fairtrade from family-run businesses, specialty and micro-roasters. There will also be coffee machines for sale, with experts on hand to show you how to get the most out of your home coffee making experience. 10am – 5pm First Fleet Park, Cadman’s Cottage, Western Promenade Lawn and George Street
Don’t miss…
The Little MarionetteDiscover the premium boutique beans behind last year’s Aroma Cup Industry Choice award winner. First Fleet Park
Compagnon Coffee CoThis exciting new independent small batch specialty coffee roaster will be launching at Aroma. George Street
Genovese CoffeeDiscover the magic of this true Italian-style coffee roaster as it returns to Aroma for the ninth year running. George Street
Gourmet Food and Beverage Stalls Complement your coffee hit with baklava and biscuits, handmade churros, Italian gingerbread, wickedly good chocolate, charming cupcakes, invigorating chai, calming herbal tea and more.First Fleet Park, Cadman’s Cottage, Western Promenade Lawn and George Street
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As the streets overflow with everything you love about coffee, you’ll find more than
50 coffee and gourmet food stallholders, food trucks, vintage and specialty coffee carts.
There’ll be latte art competitions and demonstrations, pop-up bars and cafes, roving performers, an evolving artwork
painted in coffee, a photography exhibition and a speciality coffee lab.
Plus, you can shop at The Rocks Markets, sample espresso martinis and hot chocolate
from street stalls, and vote for your favourite local pour in the 2015 Aroma Cup.
AROMA FESTIVAL DAYSunday 26 July, 10am – 5pm
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Breville Latte Art SmackdownThe stakes are high as professional baristas go head to head in a knock-out style latte art competition. Judged by the Australian Specialty Coffee Assocation, this event is not to be missed. If you missed Breville’s Latte Art Smackdown, you can visit cluboracle.com.au for a latte art tutorial and learn why the critics are raving about the world’s first ‘automatic manual’ coffee machine.11am – 2.30pm The Rocks Square
Latte Art Designs and World Barista Champion talk by ASCABarista champion Habib Maarbani will demonstrate winning latte art designs before audience members try making their own. Sasa Sestic, 2015 World Barista Champion (WBC), will be on stage to demonstrate the signature cup that secured his victory.3.30pm – 5pm The Rocks Square
Rocks Brewing One Shot Pop-Up BarTake in harbour views and relax with craft beers or try a coffee-infused beer made with beans by award winning Vella Nero. Don’t miss the One Shot Caffeinated Red Ale or Porter Ristretto Depth Charge.10am – 4.30pm Western Promenade Lawn (in front of MCA)
Coffee Education by ASCALearn more about what’s happening in the world of coffee. Drop in for cuppings and tastings of coffee from around the world.10am – 5pm 6–8 Atherden Street
Speciality and Vintage Coffee CartsGrab a coffee from a mobile coffee cart with a difference, including Bar Coco’s vintage Vespas, the Classic Coffee’s Kombi van or the retro-style coffee cart, The Little Hopper. 10am – 5pm Quay West Roadway
Aroma MomentsVarious locations Follow your senses around The Rocks and discover a delicious assortment of coffee and tea experiences from open-air stalls including:· Phillip’s Foote – Hot chocolate and coffee from Lavazza
· The Fine Food Store – Coffee and tea from Alchemy
Aroma Shots by Jo WallaceJournalist and photographer Jo Wallace is known for her blog, Humans of Newtown. For Aroma, Jo has turned her eye to local baristas, cafe owners and coffee lovers in The Rocks. 10am – 5pm See information booth for location details
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Coffee Artwork by James PatrickArtist James Patrick has painted artworks in alcohol and tomato sauce. Throughout Aroma, he’ll be painting a large canvas in coffee, with the final artwork to be revealed on the big day. 10am – 5pm 6–8 Atherden Street (window)
Life Drawing by Julian Ashton Art School StudentsWatch talented students from Australia’s oldest art school as they make The Rocks Aroma Festival their muse for the day.10am – 5pm Western Promenade Lawn (in front of MCA)
Aroma Instant Photo BoothShare your great day at Aroma by taking selfies at a fun photo booth featuring coffee-themed props and dress-ups. Tag your favourite shots with #TheRocks #AromaFestival.10am – 5pm George Street
Cosmic CoffeeEnjoy a free Cosmic Coffee, Solar Hot Chocolate or Aromatic Black Hole Tea as part of an astronomical day out at Sydney Observatory during The Rocks Aroma Festival. $10 adults, $8 child (includes tour and refreshment), $26 family of two adults, two children 10am – 4pm Sydney Observatory
Argyle Oracle Tea-leaf ReadingSee what your future holds with a 15-minute tea-leaf reading with an expert from Sydney psychic centre, The Argyle Oracle. Register early in the day to guarantee your personalised reading as places are limited.$10 per 15-minute reading 10am – 4.30pm Nurses Walk
Live Music and EntertainmentAn exciting line-up of roving live performers ranges from jazz and swing to gypsy music and an eight-piece brass band. Look out for Hot Potato Band, Kush Cabaret, Cope Street Parade, Choir Rocks, and more. 11am – 5pm Various locations
smoothfm Picnic AreaGet comfy in the smoothfm Picnic Area and sip on a latte or indulge in an espresso as you listen to your smooth favourites. 10am – 5pm Bligh and Barney Reserve (next to Cadman’s Cottage)
2015 Aroma CupJudge your way around 12 local brews to crown The Rocks’ finest blend. Vote online before 31 July for a chance to win more than $3,000 worth of prizes. See page 6 for more info.
The Rocks MarketsSip, shop and eat at The Rocks Markets all day during Aroma Festival. Take a break with freshly cooked gourmet food, fashion and accessories designed by the stallholder, one-off jewellery, original artworks and prints, locally-produced homewares, linen and beauty products. 10am – 5pm George Street, Jack Mundey Place and Playfair Street
Food on the MoveFollow the mouth-watering aroma of organic and specialty foods to the harbourfront where food trucks including Agape Organic, Cantina Movil and Bite Size Delights will be dishing up gourmet fare. 10am – 5pm Quay West Roadway
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WHAT WHERE COST MORE INFO
AROMA CUP
12 competitors, see pages 6–9 The Rocks Free
COFFEE ROASTER HEAVEN
Coffee Roasters Various locations Various See p25
Breville Latte Art Smackdown The Rocks Square Free See p26
Latte Art Designs and World Barista Champion talk by ASCA The Rocks Square Free See p26
Rocks Brewing One Shot Pop-up Bar Western Promenade Lawn (in front of MCA) Various See p26
Coffee Education by ASCA 6¬8 Atherden Street Free See p26
Speciality and Vintage Coffee Carts Quay West Roadway Various See p26
Aroma Moments Phillip’s Foote, The Fine Food Store Various See p26
Adore Estate Pop-up Cafe Circular Quay West (opposite MCA) Various See p23
Adore Estate Coffee Lab Playfair Street Various See p23
COFFEE ART | MUSIC | FUN
Aroma Shots by Jo Wallace See information booth for location details Free See p26
Coffee Artwork by James Patrick 6–8 Atherden Street (window) Free See p28
Life Drawing by Julian Ashton Art School Students Western Promenade Lawn (in front of MCA) Free See p28
Aroma Instant Photo Booth George Street Free See p28
Cosmic Coffee Sydney Observatory $8–26 See p28
Argyle Oracle Tea-leaf Reading Nurses Walk $10 See p28
Live Music and Entertainment Various locations Free See p29
COFFEE | FOOD | MARKETS
Gourmet Food and Beverage Stalls First Fleet Park and George Street Various See p25
smoothfm Picnic Area Bligh and Barney Reserve / Cadman’s Cottage Various See p29
The Rocks Markets George St, Jack Mundey Place & Playfair St Various See p29
Food on the Move Quay West Roadway Various See p29
COFFEE INDULGENCES
Creperie Suzette – $15 Crepe and Coffee Combo 34 Harrington Street $15 See p19
La Renaissance Cafe – $3 Coffee Macarons, $12 Tiramisu 47 Argyle Street $3–12 See p19
Cafe Danieli – $6 Coffee and Cannoli Shop 10, 35–55 Harrington Street $6 See p19
Get Drenched – Coffee Candles Special Offer 29 Playfair Street $18.95 See p19
HIGH COFFEE AND ESPRESSO MARTINI SPECIALS
Le Pain Quotidien – High Coffee 127 George Street $40–45 pp See p21
Bar 100 – $15 Espresso Martinis, $10 Pizzas, $10 Peroni 100 George Street $10–15 See p21
Eric’s Bar, Harbour Rocks Hotel – $15 Espresso Martinis 34 Harrington Street $15 See p22
Phillips Foote – $25 for two Espresso Martinis with a Treat 101 George Street $25 See p22
Push Bar – $15 Bare Knuckle Espresso 143 George Street $15 See p22
The Fine Food Store– $15 Espresso Martinis Corner Mill and Kendall lanes $15 See p22
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CADMAN’S COTTAGE Black Market Roaster*Djebena Coffees*Double Roasters*Schibello Caffé*
FIRST FLEET PARK The Baklava StallCicada Chocolate Coconut Coffee & Ginger Dos Churros Green Bean Coffee* Mayan Coffee + Xocolat* Paramount Coffee Project*Tea Drop The Little Marionette* The Wood Roaster*
GEORGE STREET NORTHBean SceneCaptain Chocolate Chocolate 5018ChocolArts Chai TeaDanieli Coffee & Cannoli’s*Fairtrade ANZ Larsen & Thompson TeasLeftfield Coffee Roasters*Neo Organic Tea SolutionsPukka HerbsTea Amo Organic Healing Tea
GEORGE STREET SOUTHAlfachocCompagnon Coffee Co*Delano Speciality Coffee*Del Solar ChocolateGenovese Coffee*Hunter Valley CookiesItalian Gingerbread and Nougat Karmee Coffee*Kenteco – The World of TeaLove Tea (Love Chai)Nerissimo Coffee* Sparkle Cupcakery Sweetness the PatisserieWhisk & Pin
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WESTERN PROMENADE (OPPOSITE MCA)9Bar Coffee*Belaroma Coffee*Black Drum Roasters*Caffe Euroblend*Espresso Connect*
Breville Latte Art SmackdownLatte Art Designs and World Barista Champion talk by ASCARocks Brewing One Shot Pop-up BarCoffee Education by ASCASpeciality and Vintage Coffee Carts
Aroma MomentsAdore Estate Pop-up CafeAdore Estate Coffee Lab
COFFEE ART | MUSIC | FUN
Aroma Shots by Jo Wallace (see info booth)
Coffee Artwork by James PatrickLife Drawing by Julian Ashton Art School StudentsAroma Instant Photo BoothCosmic CoffeeArgyle Oracle Tea-leaf ReadingLive Music and Entertainment (roving)
COFFEE | FOOD | MARKETSsmoothfm Picnic Area
The Rocks MarketsFood on the MoveGourmet Food and Beverage Stalls
COFFEE INDULGENCES
Creperie SuzetteLa Renaissance CafeCafe Danieli Get Drenched
HIGH COFFEE AND ESPRESSO MARTINIS
Le Pain Quotidien Bar 100Eric’s Bar, Harbour Rocks Hotel Phillips FootePush Bar The Fine Food Store
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Breville
The cafe never closes when you join Club Oracle. The Oracle® is Breville’s latest award-winning coffee machine bringing true cafe quality to your home, without a barista.
Smooth
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BioCup
BioCup’s mission is to provide innovative single use plant based disposable packaging solutions that have a net zero environmental impact.
Espresso Connect
Your first stop for everything essential about coffee including coffee machine servicing, repairs and sales, plus coffee accessories and professional friendly advice.
Holiday Inn Old Sydney
Holiday Inn Old Sydney is a blend of international elegance and old world charm with an unbeatable location in The Rocks.
Rocks Brewing Company
Australian-owned Rocks Brewing Co. brings to life the stories of convicts and settlers, beginning with traditional, great tasting craft ales.
SUPPORTING SPONSORS
Adore Estate
Adore Estate strives to create an exceptional coffee experience with five carefully crafted blends and selected single origins.
ASCA
Founded in 2001 by a group of specialty coffee professionals, ASCA is a not-for-profit association formed to support Australia’s coffee community. It does so through events such as the annual ASCA Coffee Championships.
Beanhunter.com
Find and share great coffee. Download the free Beanhunter iPhone and Android app at beanhunter.com/get.
BeanScene
BeanScene is Australia’s leading coffee magazine and website. Join the conversation on all things coffee!
Equal
As Australia’s No. 1 low calorie sweetener, Equal knows the importance of providing a great sweet taste for our customers. For over 30 years, Equal has proudly been a part of ‘coffee moments’ around the world.
Pauls
Paul’s is passionate about making great tasting products packed with real dairy goodness.
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Sat 12 – Sun 13 SeptemberWith chocolate-inspired experiences throughout September
The Rocks
Enjoy two days of decadent desserts from Australia’s best chefs at the Smooth Chocolate Festival.
The Rocks will live and breathe chocolate, as favourite local brands and boutique chocolatiers fill the laneways
with irresistible creations and sweet encounters.
Visit smoothfestivalofchocolate.com.au for more information.
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