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Well we have finally managed to make a facebook page. It is still in it's early days but we would love for you to look us up and "like" us. You will find us at Pioneer coffee roastery Yandina.

Update from the Roastery

Well it has been a while!! There has been a lot of changes at Pioneer Coffee Roastery since our last post and there will be more to come.............. for the better of course. Our roaster Miss Kate has continued to excel in her roasting. Kate is an amazing roaster, not only has she been able to perfect and improve many of our coffee's but she has also created her very own blend- "Katie's coffee" with which she won a Silver medal at the Australian CSR Golden Bean roasting competition 2010/2011 in the milk based section. Miss Kate also received a Bronze for her entry in the Australian category. We are so proud of Kate (although we think she deserved gold!!!) it is such an amazing achievement. More on "Katie's Coffee" in another blog.
At Pioneer we have slowly been updating the menu. We have now incorporated a lot of fresh gourmet salads which have been a huge success. You will see many improvements to the menu over the coming weeks and months and we are really excited about this. Next time you drop in for a coffee why not stay for lunch or one of our fabulous handmade cakes/slices. All our cakes, slices and meals are made by Elise & Greg @ Pioneer so they are unique.
Rhys has taken over as our Head Barista at Pioneer. Rhys is an amazing Barista and we are so thankful he is part of our team. Rhys has also enjoyed success placing 8th at the recent AASCA Barista Competition in QLD. Such a great achievement for someone on their first entry and we are so proud of him.
We are in the process of creating a facebook page. This way we can keep up to date with all our customers. It will also be used to let everyone know what we will be serving up for the day- both in food and coffee. So next time you are on look us up Pioneer Coffee Roastery Yandina. We will be uploading some special photos.
Till the next post....... the Pioneer team

WINNERS ARE GRINNERS

It was great news for our ROASTER last week, with Kate taking out two medals.
The recent Golden Bean Roasting awards were held down at Port Macquarie, NSW.
The event is held every year by Cafe Biz to find the countrys best roasters.
With over 700 different coffees from all round Australia the comp was the largest ever. We are very proud of our roaster Kate Clarke who took out two medals. Silver medal in the Australian Catergory and a Bronze in the filter class. We done to Kate and she continues the success of Pioneer Coffee at this event!!!

Comp Time Again

Yes another season of comps is upon us.
The 2010 AASCA Qld Barista Championship/Latte art/Cupping Comps will be held in December. These events are the starting point for the Australian Championships to be held at the Gold Coast in January 2010. For entry info and dates please go to the AASCA website at www.aasca.com. Good Luck to all!

Valley Fiesta

Last saturday saw the Valley Fiesta in Brisbane. This event helps raise money for the "Hope for the Homeless" and I was more than happy to attend.
Thanks to Mark at Cleanskin for the invite. It didnt take much seen there was a two group Synesso to play on.
There was also some familiar faces on hand as well!

Award Winning Coffee, Now Award Winning Barista

Its been a busy and quick year, but the dust has started to settle. Landing with a great team of dedicated coffee professionals has been a breath of fresh air.
Watch out for some new and tasty single and estate coffees through the roastery.
Keep checking our blog for regular updates. cheers Tim

AASCA Qld Barista Competition '09

Myself in action at the AASCA Qld barista Comp 09, although I scored very well with the sensory judges a few silly technical mistakes and lack of "show" cost me a placing.

QLD Barista Comp 09

Taskeen Hassan, our newest barista, in action. For somebody that has 7 months experience as a barista it is ballsy to get up on stage and perform at the AASCA Comp. He did very well for such a newbie and we expect to see him climbing the ranks in the competition seasons to come.

Professional Photos by Kate O'Rielly

Photos by www.kateoreillyphotography.com

Qld Barista Competition

The Qld leg of the AASCA Barista competition was held in Brisbanes Queen St mall a few weeks ago. Pioneer Coffee was represented by Kate Clarke, our head barista at the roastery.

Over the weekend the Australasian Specialty Coffee Association, (AASCA, www.aasca.com ) held the Qld state final of the Australian Barista Competition. The competition is run in accordance to the WBC (world barista championship) format with competitors competing for the national title and a trip to Copenhagen to represent Australia later this year. Local Yandina resident and Head Barista of Pioneer Coffee, Kate Clarke, entered this year and placed very well amongst some of Qld’s best baristas. The competition puts baristas skill both technically and sensory to the test as well as judging professionalism, creativity, and passion.

Kate is a first time competitor in this the ultimate coffee competition and placed a very respectable 5th place, gaining the professional recognition she has worked hard for over the last 3 years. The competition involves baristas making 4 cappuccinos, 4 espressos, and 4 signature beverages. Baristas are judged and scored on technical aptitude, as well as the taste and appearance of their beverages. Kate scored very highly especially with her signature drink the Yandina Screamer, a cocktail type espresso beverage with ginger, macadamia, and chocolate.



AASCA certified barista judge, Jason Joffe, says the level of skill and professionalism this year was a huge step up from last year, showing that there are a few places doing as good a coffee as our southern state neighbors. With so many cafes on the Sunshine Coast, Jason was disappointed that there was only 1 competitor from the coast. “It is a great chance to showcase your skill, and win or lose it’s a fantastic opportunity for baristas to lift their game”. In order to ensure that the coast is not left behind next year, Jason will be holding free “Barista Jams” for Sunshine Coast baristas in order to help everyone to get a better coffee on the coast. “Personally I believe that the aim of these competitions is to lift everyone’s coffee making standards. I will be satisfied the day I can walk into any café and have a great coffee. At the moment I think there would be less than 10 on the Sunshine Coast where I would be happy with the level of coffee being served.”

Any baristas interested in local “Jams” should register their details with Jason at Pioneer Coffee. The get together will be a place to discuss ideas, techniques, coffee, and hopefully put together a team that will travel to Brisbane and have Barista Jams with some of Qld’s best baristas.

CoffeeSnobs meeting 17.02.2008

Here are some photos from the lastest coffeesnobs meet

Scottie @ Pioneer

Scott Callaghan spent 3 days last week here at the roastery running classes and showing off. His knowledge and skill was greatly appreciated by both professionals and home coffee nuts. He also spent a day showing off behind our machine on what was a great day had by all. Here are a variety of photos taken at his training sessions.

World Latte Art Champion @ Pioneer Roastery

On Sunday the 10th of February, Scott Callaghan - 2006 World Latte Art Champ & 2007 Australian Barista Champ will be at Pioneer Coffee Roastery. Scottie will be working his magic behind our espresso machine, showing off his skill and our fantastic award winning beans.

See Scott's website, www.scottiecallaghan.com

Some nice looking pour shots

Here are some interesting looking pours from a photo session yesterday

Pioneer Coffee Trees

We have some trees from 100 year old Buderim Stock in our store, they have been pot bound and are looking worse for wear but hopefully we can rescue them.

Sunshine Coast Coffee Expo 2007

How clean it was and relaxed I was, glad there were no photos taken 500 coffees and 8 hours later.

Sunshine Coast Coffee Expo 2007

This weekend we had the sunshine Coast Coffee Expo held at Joyce Mayne in Chancellor Park. It was a highly successful day with over 2000 people through the doors. Our little Giotto made us proud with an astonishing amount of coffees being made. We made about 700 coffees over the weekend with a domestic machine. Now that is quality. Our coffee was a hit, we came home with almost empty cars. Now time for a holiday I think.

Pioneer Coffee Roastery

This weekend just passed saw the Café Biz coffee expo held at The Rocks in Sydney. There were many events organized for the day, one of which was the “Equal Golden Bean Roasters Awards” , the one we were particularly interested in. So to all our loyal supporters the great news is:

Pioneer Coffee Roastery was awarded 3 Bronze Medals in the Milk Based Class. We placed 7th, 8th, and 11th, with our Heritage, Sunday & Mocha-Java Blends. Not too bad with over 250 entries.

Pioneer Coffee Roastery

Pioneer Coffee Roastery is proud to welcome on board 2 new accounts.

"Dec's On Buderim" on Burnett Street. This is a fantastic location with views that are 2nd to none. Great coffee and great food,open breakfast,lunch and dinner.

"My Place" in Coolum is now open after months of remodelling. This great open plan cafe is on David Low Way, just South of the Surf Club. It is possibly the best cafe setting on the coast as you sit on the deck and look out at open water. Also open breakfast,lunch and dinner. Stop in and have a coffee, you will love it!!!

Pioneer Coffee Roastery, 1 Oct 2006. How things have changed in the past 18 months. Yandina has become a bustling industrial town, and we are right in the middle of it.

Sunday saw another coffeegeek meet here at the roastery. There were plenty caffiene hangovers today i'm sure...

Some deep thought cupping by Ant.

Pioneer Coffee Roastery

We would like to welcome onboard our newest cafe. Please get along and support Zink Bar on the Mooloolaba Esplanade. Open from 12 midday until late, stop in and get a good coffee!!!

Pioneer Coffee Roastery

Pioneer Coffee is pleased to welcome our newest 2 cafes.

If you live close by, go and support these guys as they try to make a difference in areas overrun with bad coffee.

Cafe Amici on the main street of Nambour, opposite Mc Donalds.

Minches Cafe on Minchinton Street in Caloundra, 20m from the round-about on Bullcock Street.

Pioneer Coffee Roastery

Pioneer Coffee is now a multi-award winning roastery.

We were awarded a bronze medal at the recent Wrest Point Fine Foods Festival in Tasmania for our Sunday Blend.

Thank you to all who have supported us this far.

Pioneer Coffee Roastery

Our DVD is ready!!! This is a great learning DVD for everyone from the home barista through to the industry pro. Learn how to pour great espresso coffees and mind-blowing latte art. Order on 1300 366 132 or via the online shop. Follow the links from www.coffeeroastery.com.au

Saturday saw our store at the Sunshine Coast Airport have its opening day. We are doing a roaring trade and happy to welcome Danny, Jessie, and Grant to our Barista team.

And the lines were out the door....

Well, for those who don't know, we are opening an espresso bar in the local Airport. Here is a quick snap of the progress...

Pioneer Coffee Roastery

We haven't blogged in a while for a number of reasons (excuses).
The big news is that Pioneer Coffee is opening an espresso bar in the local airport. All those near the Sunshine Coast Airport are welcome to drop by after 1st June to check us out there. To anyone flying directly in/out should stop in and say hi.

Last weekend saw the Joyce Mayne Coffee Expo held at their Sunshine Coast Store. Luke was there to represent the local roasters, Pioneer Coffee, and show off his Barista skills.

The DVD preview gathers a crowd wherever it is played

Sunday saw the Queensland heats of the AASCA Barista Championship. The competition was tight and the level has certainly risen since last year. The competition is run in accordance with the WBC regulations and competitors are tested under pressure. With 15 mins set-up time to get the feel for the machines, set-up, and environment, the barista must then present the judges with 4 Espressos, 4 Cappuccinos, and 4 signiture beverages in 15 mins.

Luke serves up 4 cappuccinos to the judges.

The judges evaluating Lukes Cappuccinos.

The judges evaluating Lukes espressos.

Pioneer Coffee Roastery

Pioneer Coffee Roastery

Well, we've been waiting for ages. And watching the net constantly for the results, and finally it came in.

We have just found out that Pioneer Coffee Roastery was awarded a Bronze Medal in the Champion Cappucino Class for our Heritage Blend in the Sydney Royal Fine Foods Festival.

So to all of our customers who tell us we make the best coffee we can now say, " almost"!

Happy New Year to you all. The everflowing coffee continues here at Pioneer Coffee Roastery with this freepoured hanging heart.

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