Image: James Thomas MICE embarks on a new era, promising a strong brand identity, more diverse audience, and educational value to build the event Australia deserves. Like all good events, evolution is key to future success and market longevity. In the case of MICE, it’s about maintaining a commitment to creating the best show possible: having the most engaged audience, embracing the best exhibitors, and generating valuable leads as one of Australasia’s superior coffee tradeshows. It’s for this reason that MICE is entering a new decade with a focus on positioning the much-loved event as one of ..read more

Image: Huskee HuskeeRenew is a reusable coffee cup that’s been crafted to give you the best drinking experience, while also being super tough to handle whatever life throws at it. This is achieved using Tritan Renew 50, a high-performance material made using 50 per cent post-consumer recycled plastic. Reground chose this material for its durability, stain resistance and clarity, which is not affected by washing. Available in both Smoke and Amber colourways, you’ll see the 3oz Smoke cup in use at MICE2024. HuskeeRenew comes with a Stopper Lid, which is the ultimate solution for preventing coff ..read more

Image: Prime Creative Media Australia’s Richest Barista competition is returning for its second edition at MICE2024, as Head Judge Jeremy Regan details how each competitor can rise above the pack. A deafening roar from the crowd could be heard as Rawirat Techasitthanet, known online as Jibbi Little, was deemed Australia’s Richest Barista for 2023 after a thrilling finish to the cup tasting round. The competition captivated attendees as some of the country’s top baristas gathered in a knockout-style tournament as they fought for their share of $40,000 worth of prize money. Australia’s Richest ..read more

Image: NZSCA The New Zealand Specialty Coffee Association’s Emma McDougall reveals why it’s reintroduced regional competitions ahead of its national championship. Winning a barista championship is a prestigious achievement which can lead to recognition, career opportunities, and a platform to influence and contribute to the coffee community. But how would you describe the competition? It’s not just making 12 drinks in 15 minutes: it’s showcasing coffee with a dramatic technical performance set to music and judged by sensory and technical experts. With this in mind, we wanted to break down ..read more

Image: BioPak OzHarvest, BioPak, and Australian chef and TV personality Alastair McLeod have teamed up to host a zero-waste cooking event ‘Cooking for Change’ to help feed some of Brisbane’s most vulnerable communities and fight the war on waste. Held at Suncoast Fresh in Rocklea, the day included top innovations driving change in the food service industry, with food rescue and composting noted as key drivers in facilitating change and tackling the nation’s current waste crisis. Key initiatives included OzHarvest’s Cooking for a Cause program, Australia’s first national composting product stew ..read more

Image: Jacquie Manning The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA Australia) has announced The Big Group as the museum’s new functions and venue hospitality partner. The Big Group will commence renovations at MCA Australia from mid-May with plans to open the first phase of its hospitality offer in June 2024 alongside revitalised event and venue spaces and a contemporary vision for food and beverage offerings across the museum. “We are incredibly excited to partner with The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia and to bring innovative ideas and our expertise to the Museum, delivering the art ..read more

Simonelli Group invites those visiting the Melbourne International Coffee Expo (MICE) to get up close and personal with its two brands, Victoria Arduino and Nuova Simonelli, at its new Melbourne showroom. The exclusive event will be held at 37 Cecil Street, Southbank. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the latest technologies, innovations and sustainability in its coffee machines and grinders. Visitors can experience coffee and tea extractions through PureBrew technology with Senior Coffee Consultant and World Barista Championship certified sensory judge Nicole L ..read more

Discover the best coffee in Melbourne. You be the judge. ACOFFEE 30 Sackville St, Collingwood VIC 3066 Au79 27/29 Nicholson St, Abbotsford, 3067 Au79 240 Church Street, Richmond, 3121 Auction Rooms 103-107 Errol St, North Melbourne, 3051 Aunty Peg’s 200 Wellington St, Collingwood, 3066 Axil Coffee Flinders Lane 76 Flinders Lane Melbourne, 3000 Axil Coffee Roasters Café & Roastery HQ 322 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn, 3122 Bench Coffee Co 321 Little Collins St, Melbourne, 3000 Brother Baba Budan 359 Little Bourke St, Melbourne, 3000 Brick Lane Melbourne 33 Guildford Ln, Melbourne ..read more

The new and improved Veneziano Cold Brew range consists of four refreshing, dairy-free coffee-in-a-can drinks. The line-up includes existing favourites Straight Up and Oat Latte, and newcomers Chai Latte and Neapolitan. Straight Up is a Colombian and Brazilian blend which is brewed slowly over 24-hours to create a velvety, refreshing coffee. Oat Latte is a creamy, slightly sweet latte featuring Veneziano Coffee Roasters’ Elevate blend. Chai Latte is spicy, subtly sweet, and low caffeine, taken from the roaster’s artisanal chai brew blend. Neapolitan is inspired by the childhood classic, Neapol ..read more

So often the awarding of event competitions is in the hands of industry experts. Established palates get to critique the talent for Australia’s Richest Barista competition, and advisors vote on the most beneficial new releases in the annual MICE Product Innovation Awards. But this year, a new competition winner will be in the hands of the people. For the first time, MICE2024 will host Australia’s Favourite Coffee competition. During the three-day expo, visitors will be invited to channel their inner coffee judge and vote for their favourite in order to crown the country’s best coffee. “This ..read more