Paper Mulberry Cafe

Te Mara Nursery are relocating, so the space next to the cafe is up for lease.

There is a shed/office with power and telephone and plenty of car parking.

And of course the cafe is right next door.

If you are interested in leasing the space please talk to Lynne or Dave 06 856 8688

One of the questions we often get asked is, “How do you get the whites to stay around the yolks so well?” when people get our poached eggs.

There are a number of things at play here:

1. We have our own flock of 40 free range brown shaver hens which are fed a quality diet.
2. The eggs we use for our poached eggs and omelettes are never more than four days old.
3. We keep eggs at room temperature.
4. Cook in a shallow pan.
5. Bring water to the boil and then lower the heat so the water is simmering before adding the egg.

We also re-home our chickens when they have finished life with us (after 18-24 months), so if you would like to take some of our hens please talk to Lynne. Many of our customers have 2-3 of our hens which are sufficient to keep their family in eggs.

A cappuccino has its roots in Italy and the name literally means small cap referring to the cap of microfoam on the top of the coffee.

In the Paper Mulberry we start with our standard double shot of espresso. Then the most important factor in preparing a cappuccino is the texture and temperature of the milk. When we steam the milk for a cappuccino, microfoam is created by introducing very tiny bubbles of air into the milk, giving the milk a velvety texture. The hot foamed milk is poured onto the espresso with 2 cm  of thick milk foam on top. Chocolate or cinnamon is then sprinkled on the top.

If you’ve had a great cappuccino with us, let us know in the comments or post a photo on Facebook.

There are so many different ways to have coffee in NZ that at times it can be hard to make up your mind which to order.

In the first of our series about coffees we cover the ubiquitous Flat White.

A flat white is a coffee beverage from Australia and New Zealand. It is prepared by pouring microfoam (steamed milk from the bottom of a pitcher) over a single (30ml) or double shot (60ml) of espresso (we use a double shot as standard). It is similar to the latte and the café au lait and like other espresso based beverages it can be interpreted various ways.

The beverage is typically served in a small 150-160ml ceramic cup. Microfoam is used, resulting in a smooth and velvety texture. A flat white may incorporate latte art.

Next time we’ll look at the cappuccino.

Have you had one of our flat whites? Tell us what you thought in comments.

Those of you who frequent the cafe will know how great out coffee is. What you may not know is that we source our coffee only from Havana Coffee Works.

Havana Coffee Works was a pioneer the Fairtrade model in New Zealand as far back as 1997 and they continue the policy wherever possible when buying green coffee. Through their in-depth understanding of the coffee industry gained over many years, they have evolved the Fairtrade model into an even more ‘just’ working relationship with our suppliers. One that reflects their commitment to the sustainability, the longevity of the coffee industry and their passion for coffee.

Sourcing the finest quality green coffee directly from many different countries, Havana Coffee Works buy from growers who farm sustainably and who consistently benefit their communities through economic and social return.

Havana recognises the growers’ vulnerability as their product is traded on the international market. They choose to pay premium prices in recognition of the coffee farmers and the importance of the coffee industry to the many struggling economies where coffee is grown.

Havana’s business practices reflect their values and by working in such a way, the rewards continue to be trusting, enduring, relationships with everyone they work with. From grower to roaster, roaster to consumer, the process is transparent, honest, and ‘real’.

It’s what Havana call… ‘REALTRADE’.

All of us at the Paper Mulberry Café are proud to be part of the “realtrade’ process that brings you ethical coffee that tastes just great.

The blend we use is Cuban – a medium roast, endorsed by Fidel Castro himself as the greatest coffee in the world. Full, lush, aromatic, rhythmic – this coffee has it all.

If you want to make this great coffee at home we also supply beans or we can grind it for you.

Here’s how to make the much loved Paper Mulberry sausage roll.
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