November update from Brewed

Hello, coffee lovers and valued patrons! We're excited to present the newest issue of our monthly newsletter, packed with thrilling updates, delightful news, and plenty of energizing excellence. We've got quite a few events coming up at Brewed As from food trucks, poetry open mic nights, sustainable workshops and coffee workshops.

We also have a couple of positions to come and work with us available at the bottom of this email. 

Whether you're a long-time visitor or new to our café, we're grateful to have you with us as we continue to create memorable moments and celebrate the love for exceptional coffee.

Sip, savour, and share the magic of coffee with us.

Music is a big part of what we enjoy here at Brewed, and we make it a point to keep our playlists fresh. I, along with the team, listen to music every day, and to ensure a dynamic musical experience. Lately we've been listening to the radio generated by Dr. Reknaw, Wellington seven-piece who have an intoxicating blend of reggae, dub, soul and funk.

Poetry Night (it's tonight!!)

TONIGHT!
Poetry Night open mic night

We've also got a special guest who is a talented flutist and Didgeridoo player, Willow Creations to provide some good vibes and set the tone for a night of poems. Check out the link above to hear the beautiful sounds, he's also a talented flute builder/creator/designer (is that what it is called?)

Step into the spotlight at our open mic poetry night, where every poet has 5 minutes to share their soul-stirring words, whether it's their own original work or the timeless verses that inspire them, and ignite the hearts of our captive audience with their inspiring words.

Our bar will be open along with food items from our cabinet will be available. So come down for a new experience in Mangawhai and find out what talent we have hiding in our community.

When: 23rd November, 6pm-7:30pm

How: You can sign up on the night, each person will be given a 5 min time limit.

Coffee event at Brewed As

As mentioned in a previous newsletter, we are proud to serve our decafe coffee and put as much care into them as any other beverage we serve.

There will be prizes to be won who can get the most correct guests about the coffee we're all going to try.

The Specialty Coffee Association of New Zealand (NZSCA) and the Events Committee are continuing to celebrate our community and promoting specialty coffee with the next ‘Another Tasty Brown Stuff Event’ series. We've been chosen to host one of several events being held around New Zealand.

In the fourth series, we are collaborating with member company John Burton Ltd, who are selecting and roasting six coffees. The theme is one most would not think to be excited about, but we sure are! "Decaf, where have you bean all my life?"

Six delicious coffees have been curated by John Burton Ltd, and roasted to bring out the rich and complex flavours. But which one is the Decaf?

All coffees are roasted and shipped to venues around the country. Each of our generous hosts will have the same kit so tastings are the same around New Zealand. Anyone wanting to try something different and tasty is invited to attend. You don't even have to work in coffee! All welcome.

There’s an opportunity to win the coffee sampled and a dozen tasty browns of a different variety! The Tasters Series sells out quickly so grab a ticket for you and a coffee-loving friend now! This ticket would make a great gift experience for a coffee-loving friend.

We look forward to seeing you!

When: Thursday 30th November 2023 5pm-7pm NZDT

Where: Brewed As, Shop 13 & 14, 7 Wood Street, Mangawhai Heads.

Tickets: Information and ticket link ($25)

NZSCA code of conduct, events and ticketing policy

Huge thanks to our member company sponsors John Burton Ltd for all things coffee and our Tasters Series logistics partner Vertical Logistics

Food truck coming up

Amaranto food truck was established in 2018 with the aim of bringing authentic, high-quality, gluten-free Italian cuisine to the streets of Auckland.
 

Pasta holds a special place in the hearts of every Italian family, so when Luisa discovered her gluten intolerance, Tommaso dedicated himself to devising a gluten-free pasta recipe that was not only delicious but also had a satisfying texture. After over a year of relentless effort and determination, he succeeded in gifting Luisa the joy of having delicious pasta in her life once again. Amaranto is now on a mission, via their food truck, to share this gift and prove that gluten-free food can be just as scrumptious, if not better, than "regular" food.
 

At Amaranto food truck, they prioritize using fresh, seasonal, and free-range ingredients as the foundation of their dishes, making everything from scratch. Whenever possible, they source Italian and organic ingredients to preserve the most authentic flavours. Their recipes embody a blend of family traditions infused with the innovation of being entirely gluten-free, reflecting the culinary influences of Piedmont, Marche, and Campania—three Italian regions that have greatly influenced Tommy's cooking. Their passion lies in crafting one of Auckland's finest food trucks by offering quick, healthy fare that is exceptionally flavourful.

After multiple successful nights at Brewed and a much needed holiday, Amaranto are back at Brewed. Mark your calendars and join us on the following dates for our upcoming Food truck events:

Time: 4:30pm - 8pm
When: 28th, 29th, 30th December

We have confirmed Carli Oso (who played a couple weeks back) it was absolutely amazing, so we must have him back, he's booked for the 28th December! We'll be lining up some DJ's to play some tunes to bring the courtyard to life on the 29th & 30th.

Due to the incredible demand we experience, we highly recommend booking a table to guarantee the best possible experience. While we do reserve some tables for walk-ins, securing your spot in advance allows us to accommodate you and your group more efficiently.