Bangsar's remarkable revitalization shows no signs of slowing: this week's Telawi newbie is Coffea Coffee, a Korean-Malaysian collaboration that takes its caffeine more seriously than most.
From what we understand, Coffea Coffee secures its beans from farms in Brazil, Guatemala, Kenya, Ethiopia, Sumatra, Colombia & Costa Rica. Its baristas roast & blend two signature creations: a full-bodied, chocolaty Maestro & a sweet-fruity Madonna.
Championship-winning Timothy heads a team of Korean-trained baristas here; service is convivial, tirelessly tackling a packed house for this outlet's friends-&-family night.
And the coffee? The Ethiopian Sidamo G2 single origin (RM9.80) is nice & strong, enough to foil potential plans for hibernation.
Maestro & Madonna lattes; both taste distinctively different, both will have their admirers.
We like to have fun with our beverages: Coffea Coffee's Peanut Butter Latte is worthwhile, as is the Belgian Cacao Triple Mocha, both RM12 each.
Watch out, KL: Coffea Coffee has ambitions of launching more outposts soon, likely in KLCC, Mid Valley & Mont Kiara.
Cakes & cookies constitute the food menu here; love the flavorful pandan gula melaka & caramel cakes (RM2.50 per small slice).
Sandwiches & bagels might be served too eventually. But though Coffea Coffee opens through 11pm, no plans for wine or other liquor are currently afoot.
Coffea Coffee has plenty of potential; it faces stiff competition on this row, especially from Antipodean & Yeast, but it has enough of a distinctive identity to carve out territory for itself.
Look out for some special touches, including walls made with recycled Javanese wood.
Thanks to Coffea Coffee for inviting & hosting us here. The outlet opens for business Dec. 13.
Coffea Roast Malaysia,
8, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur.
Open 8am-11pm. KLCC, Mid Valley & Mont Kiara branches expected next year.
8, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur.
Open 8am-11pm. KLCC, Mid Valley & Mont Kiara branches expected next year.
Coffee, cakes, cookies and eye-candy...oh my! :P
ReplyDeletePlus I c some really interesting coffee concoctions...hehe =)
Ulric: good place to hang out after lunch on a weekend, i think! :D
DeleteGood idea! =)
DeleteUlric: enjoy! =)
DeleteI walked past here yesterday! It's really packed and noisy for a new place. Sad, because I was looking for somewhere quiet!
ReplyDeleteElle: oh, they've been inviting friends and family to introduce this place to them. it should be more peaceful very soon =)
DeleteSo it's not just me... there really are a lot of places opening over there right. Thanks for keeping us up to date on them all!
ReplyDeleteThe Yum List: the scene at telawi is really changing this year, and definitely for the better! at this rate, within a few months, the neighborhood might become better than ever for folks in search of good eats and good drinks =)
DeleteVery cool spot. At first, I thought the decal on the cold cup was a mustache and thought, "how cute!" lol
ReplyDeleteSquishy Monster: oooh, now that you mention it, it does look very mustache-ish! :D
Deletethat first pic looks really disturbing. it's like the african kid is part of the dining party.
ReplyDeleteKY: yikes, didn't notice that until you pointed it out. oops, the dangers of trying to snap photos in a crowded cafe =)
DeleteWow, the place is really packed to the brim - coffee culture's really rocking the scene eh! That pandan gula melaka cake looks deadly :P
ReplyDeletePureglutton: i'm usually not a pandan fan but this one worked pretty well! thanks to the gula melaka! :D
Deletewooohooo! another coffee place, and check out that hot Barrista :D
ReplyDeleteKeep it comingggggggg KL!!!! looking out for more delish cafes!!!
AugustDiners: hot stuff behind and in front of the counter :P but yeah, it's such a boom time for these type of cafes! looking forward to more too :D
DeleteYay! New places to check out in Bangsar. :)
ReplyDeleteBangsar-Babe: crossing fingers that the quality of these fresh openings will stay strong. so far, so good! :D
Deleteseems like you are taking lots of dessert lately..
ReplyDeleteSimple Person: heheh, wanted something savory here at coffea coffee, but currently, desserts are the only food served. good match with the coffee though :D
DeleteWow that street is becoming cafe central! Any sign of decaffs?
ReplyDeleteYouHadYourLunch: yeah, that street is buzzing in every way! no decafs though, but there are strawberry smoothies here :D
DeleteDesserts for me. Any non coffee options? totally devoid of coffee?
ReplyDeleteWrong question fr a coffee outlet but yeah..heheh hoping they got good choc perhaps?
TNG: ooh, yes, there's hot chocolate here, and lotsa yogurt smoothies and teas =)
DeleteI want to try that Peanut Butter Latte !! hehehe
ReplyDeleteCK: I think you will enjoy that one! :D
DeleteNot really a fan of coffee but I supposed the place is still worth a visit. I see their cakes are looking quite good.
ReplyDeleteSycookies: oh yeah, plenty of smoothies & tea for non-coffee lovers, and yep, some interesting cakes too :D
DeleteLooks like a cozy joint!
ReplyDeleteMissyblurkit: very cozy! Day and night :D
DeleteLooks good. Will be trying them out soon.
ReplyDeleteShannon: ya, feedback for this place has been pretty positive so far, especially for the coffee =)
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