Score 100,000 Bonus Qantas Points For A Limited Time Only
Score 100,000 Bonus Qantas Points For A Limited Time Only

We may not be able to fly right now, but that doesn’t mean we can’t earn points for when the skies open. All it takes is using your Qantas Frequent Flyer Points and one of the best ways to earn those points is with the Qantas American Express Ultimate Card.

The Qantas American Express Ultimate Card is offering 55,000 bonus Qantas Points for new card members when you apply online, are approved and spend $3,000 on your new Card within the first 3 months.

Signing up is easy: it won’t even take your full coffee break to do it. Once you’re approved all you have to do is figure out how you’re going to enjoy that bonus 55,000 Qantas Points.

Key benefits of the Qantas American Express Ultimate Card include;

  • $450 of Qantas Travel Credit each year. This can be used for eligible international and domestic flights when you book and pay online at American Express Travel.
  • Travel Inconvenience Insurance up to $200 if your departure is delayed.
  • 2 American Express Airport Lounge entries each calendar year & 2 Qantas Club lounge invitations each year.
  • No cap on earn rate with 1.25 Qantas Points earnt for every dollar spent on card purchases, excluding government bodies.
  • Complimentary Qantas Wine Premium Membership, with an accelerated earn rate of 3 Qantas Points per dollar spent on any Qantas Wine purchases.
  • Up to 44 Interest-free days.

Without a doubt, one of the best features is the complimentary Wine Premium Membership with an accelerated earn rate. Rather than the usual 1.25 Qantas Points for every dollar spent, excluding government bodies, the membership gives you three additional Qantas Points per dollar spent on any wine purchases.

The membership not only gives you the accelerated earn rate but also exclusive access to food and wine events Australia wide. The Qantas American Express Ultimate Card could really open doors for you.

If you are worried that you couldn’t spend fast enough to accrue points then get your family and friends to help. The Qantas American Express Ultimate Card lets you get up to four additional cars for no extra cost. They too can earn 1.25 Qantas Points for every dollar spent, excluding government bodies, and a bonus point if they spend on select Qantas products and services.

So, apply for the Qantas American Express Ultimate Card and start unlocking more travel experiences today. (offer no longer available)

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Man’s Dismay As Wife Leaves Him Over ‘Peculiar’ Grooming Habit
Man’s Dismay As Wife Leaves Him Over ‘Peculiar’ Grooming Habit

We’ve all thought we’ve been right and actually been wrong. But sometimes we’re ‘right’ to the point where we will risk our carefully built five-year relationship over a screaming match about who’s turn it is to take the bins out.

Or is that just me?

Even if you’re shaking your head with disgust, according to Reddit, I’m not alone. Enter: the ‘Am I the asshole’ (AITA) forum, a fountain of internet wisdom where strangers cast judgement upon each other and occasionally go viral.

Three days ago a post, which is now trending, was made by a man who claims his wife had left him over one of the strangest arguments we’ve ever heard. Entitled: “AITA for telling my wife I wouldn’t shave unless she did,” the thread raises a number of questions every modern man needs to be ready to deal with in 2020.

“She’s the one who stopped shaving first…so I’m not apologising.”

Interesting but confusing. Allow us (or rather, Reddit) to explain. This is our anonymous hero’s story: “This has to do with genitals, so… sorry, heh. I’m M29, she’s F28,” he begins. “A couple weeks ago, my wife told me she was done with shaving her downstairs.”

“I said okay, because I really don’t mind. I mean yeah, I prefer her shaven, but I’d never really object if she said she was more comfortable not shaving. So, that was fine. It wasn’t even an issue.”

“During sex,” the man continues, “Every time we switch positions or something and I catch a glimpse of our junk, I just feel weird. I don’t even know why, but just seeing myself completely shaven while she’s not just makes me feel… raw? I don’t even know how to explain it. But, it kind of turns me off.”

Fair enough.

“Once again, I don’t mind that she isn’t shaven. I just feel weird being the only shaven one. So, I stopped shaving. I didn’t really tell her, but I thought she wouldn’t mind as she had decided to do the same.”

The fact he needs to reiterate he “doesn’t mind,” some commenters reckon, suggests he actually does mind, with one writing: “I think wife heard ‘I’ve stopped shaving as a form of revenge. When you capitulate and balden your beaver, then and only then I nude up my nutsack.'”

In any case, the story continues: “A couple days ago, she asked me if I needed more x brand razors (I use a different brand of razors for my face and for my balls, it’s just preference). I said no, I was good. She looked at me confused and asked why I hadn’t shaved then, so I expressed to her my feelings of discomfort being the only shaven one during sex.”

“She asked me to start shaving again, and I said I would if she did. This is where shit hit the fan…”

“We got in a fight about it, and she accused me of being sexist and said that women shouldn’t have to shave just because men prefer it, basically just went off on me. It caused a rift between us and she’s now staying with a mutual friend (who also thinks I’m a huge asshole).”

“Honestly,” the man concludes, “I think this whole thing is ridiculous and I just want her to come home, but I’m a firm believer in not apologizing unless I know I’m in the wrong somehow, even if the other party is also in the wrong. And to be honest, I don’t think I’m in the wrong and I really don’t want to give into this. But, maybe I am and I just don’t realize it.”

The top voted comment in response to this story came in the man’s defence, calling his wife the asshole: “NTA I am a lady and a feminist (not that it matters) but you are asking for a level playing field this is not sexist. If she doesn’t want to shave that’s up to her and vice versa the fact that she is jumping to calling you sexist by you saying you’ll shave if she does is ridiculous.”

Others, however, were open-minded to reading the situation as ‘he stopped shaving as a form of revenge’: “Maybe she thought that this is his way of trying to force her to shave again. In this case, OP [the man] should just try to talk to her again to clear things up.”

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Score These Limited Edition Asics x Reigning Champ Runners While You Can
Score These Limited Edition Asics x Reigning Champ Runners While You Can

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Crucial Stretches To Defeat Back Pain, According To A Personal Trainer
Crucial Stretches To Defeat Back Pain, According To A Personal Trainer

Back pain is incredibly common. According to the Australian Institute of Health & Welfare, 16% of Australians complained of back problems in the year 2017-18; some four million people. Causes of back pain are numerous: lifting something the wrong way, whiplash, or simply bad posture.

While it may be true that some of the best ways to get rid of a troublesome back include visiting a chiropractor or a physiotherapist, there are in fact some moves you can carry out in the comfort of your own home to help cure painful symptoms or prevent yourself from experiencing any discomfort altogether.

Not all the moves work solely your back muscles, but, even as this writer can attest, your legs play just as important a role. If they can’t support the workload your back carries out on a daily basis, you’re going to run into problems.

Enter: Dean Jamieson, owner of Lean Performance Gym in Taren Point, Sydney, who we recently interviewed to find out his best three stretches to keep back pain at bay.

The World’s Greatest Stretch

Dean’s number one move is the world’s greatest stretch because it hits virtually every part of your body, and it’s surprisingly simple.

For this move, start in a push-up position, bring one foot up towards your shoulder, and then drop your arm (the same side as the foot you’ve moved up) onto your elbow and hold for around 10 seconds. Part two of the stretch is to then extend that same arm up above you while twisting your body and then swing it back around and under your body, before swinging back up again. Complete for 10 reps.

But you’re not done yet. Part three of the move. Push your bum up so both legs are as straight as they can be, but resting on the toes of your back foot, and the heel of your front foot. Hold the position for around 10 seconds before stepping up and out. You’ve then got to carry out the same movements on the other side of your body.

Overall, all three parts of the stretch work your T-spine, shoulders, groin, hamstrings, and calves.

Deep Squat

The second stretch Dean recommends is called the deep squat and is pretty self-explanatory. With your feet shoulder-width apart, squat down as far as you can go, keeping your chest out and your back straight. To help with balance, keep your arms held inside your legs. Hold this position for 30 – 40 seconds.

Couch Stretch

Finally, rounding out Dean’s top three stretches is the couch stretch, which may make you think you need to be a contortionist, but is actually rather simple in practice. You can carry out this move against a wall, or using a bench if you perform it at the gym, or, as the name suggests, with your couch at home. Start by bending one leg as much as possible, so that your lower leg is hugging your upper thigh. Once you’re in a comfortable position, bring your body up, with an ideal position being as straight as possible – make sure not to overextend your back.

The close your knee gets to the wall – or underneath the bench – the better, but if you struggle, work on getting your upper body form correct instead. The move targets your glute muscles big time, along with your quads. Hold the position for 30 – 40 seconds before swapping to the other side.

Complete three sets of these stretches to not only minimise your chances of getting a bad back but to open up your joints, allowing you to move more freely.

A back-pain-free future awaits.

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Business Class Etiquette Rules Economy Passengers Have No Idea About
Business Class Etiquette Rules Economy Passengers Have No Idea About

When the hardest decision you have to make is “Dom Perignon” or “Mumm” you could be forgiven for thinking business class is little more than an adult playpen.

And it is. But – much like your kids’ playground – it’s fraught with power plays invisible to the untrained eye.

From the businessman who expects special treatment from the hostesses to the couple trying to guilt-trip the guy that wouldn’t change seats for them, it’s a jungle up there.

 

 
 
 
 
 
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And that’s before we mention the billionaire brats posing for their latest ‘Rich Kids Of Instagram’ post, the guy who demands his pillows be plumped (with good humour, damn it), or the recently upgraded economy passenger wondering if it’s ok to get changed in her suite or whether she should go to the bathroom.

Finally, there are those that break wind and then dare you to say something (see: The Day I Realised The Golden Age Of Business Class Was Over).

Suffice to say: for those of us who don’t fly business class all that often, there’s a fine line between putting up with the regulars’ antics (when we really shouldn’t be) and making a fool of ourselves by breaking an unwritten rule (or not dipping our toes in an unwritten indulgence) that we are unaware of.

To get the down-lown on the business class etiquette rules economy passengers have no idea about, we spoke to business (and first) class flyer, Immanuel Debeer, who is the owner of frequent flyer points advice website Flight Hacks.

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Unfortunately, Immanuel told us it’s not just The Recently Upgraded who are confused: there are a number of unwritten rules regular business class passengers can’t agree on either.

“Dress up or dress down,” Immanuel told us. “Some people (wrongly) assume you should rock up to business class in a suit and tie. I’m more on team ‘wear whatever’s comfortable as long as I don’t have to see your bare feet.'”

There are some norms, however, that must be respected. For instance: “Socks on at all time, shoes on when you go to the bathroom (that liquid on the floor isn’t just a spillage of champagne – people in business still piss on the floor it turns out) and most importantly: do not place your feet on the TV, wall, or anywhere else you wouldn’t normally put them. Unless you’re wanting to be scouted by #passengershaming.”

“You might have paid for the seat, however; it doesn’t mean you can act like a pig.”

Further business class rules that economy passengers tend to forget (or be confused about), according to DMARGE are:

  • Get changed into your pyjamas under your blanket or in the bathroom, not in the aisle (or your suite, if people can see inside)
  • Be polite to flight attendants, but not so sycophantic they think you don’t belong
  • Don’t expect special treatment for being nice
  • Don’t hold back on the champers, but also – don’t drink yourself stupid
  • Don’t put your headphone on and zone out – you may just miss a plate of golden truffles (or chicken edamame salad)
  • Don’t make conversation with your neighbour unless they are genuinely interested in talking
  • Don’t live it up in the bar all night at the expense of the poor sod in seat 26D (see: 15 Hours On The Worst Seat In Emirates Business Class)
  • Don’t judge people for taking photos: it might just be how they make a living
  • Don’t take photos of other people without their permission
  • Don’t ask the flight attendant to take a photo of your with your boarding pass and pre-takeoff champagne, unless you want to mark yourself out as a newbie

Immanuel then revealed to us that – in his early days as a business class passenger – he made an embarrassing mistake that wasn’t on our list: “One of my first ever business class flights was with British Airways. I thought their seat was fantastic at the time. Little did I know!”

 

 
 
 
 
 
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While British Airways has now got its act together with the configuration of its new club suite, it’s still an important point: if you don’t want to stare awkwardly into someone’s eyes the entire flight (or you simply want to experience the best of the best), do your research.

On that front, we can help.

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These $120 Mens Track Pants Have Been Engineered To Perfection
These $120 Mens Track Pants Have Been Engineered To Perfection

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Ryan Seacrest Knows The Trick To Dressing Like A Secret Agent
Ryan Seacrest Knows The Trick To Dressing Like A Secret Agent

In an ideal world, we would all be like Bond. Living the life of a secret agent is one to aspire to; money, women, and cars, and of course, dressing like an absolute don. Unfortunately, the life of a secret agent is out of the reach for most of us, but we can at least still dress like our favourite super sleuth, and if you ever needed some inspiration, look no further than Ryan Seacrest.

The television host, most famous for presenting American Idol was recently spotted attending the Naeem Khan fashion show (who has been responsible for dressing the likes of First Lady Michelle Obama and Kate Middleton) in New York on February the 11th, 2020, looking every bit as dapper as 007 – or indeed, Archer – himself.

His black suit is a must-have in any well-dressed man’s wardrobe, but instead of combining it with a standard-issue crisp white shirt, he instead opts for a dark turtle neck, instantly transforming his outfit from wedding guest to a man with a licence to kill. He finishes it off with a pair of black leather Chelsea boots.

We haven’t been able to find the exact designers Ryan’s wearing, but you can grab yourself a similar turtleneck, such as this one from John Smedley, or this from Tom Ford. Once you’ve got one in the bag, simply slip it under a similarly dark suit – you’ll want to make sure you’re wearing slightly different shades to introduce some contrast – and you’ve got yourself an outfit suitable for cocktail parties to dates.

As for the killer confidence, well that’s just something you’ll have to work on. After all, we can’t all be like Archer.

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Stunning Singapore Hotels That Will Impress Even The Craziest, Rich Asians
Stunning Singapore Hotels That Will Impress Even The Craziest, Rich Asians

When you’re home to the most famously over the top airport in the world, the bar for luxury is astronomically high.

An arrival in Changi Airport sets the tone for your time in Singapore – though there won’t always be an indoor waterfall and a butterfly garden, there will be plenty of sophisticated, showy, and borderline-insane experiences to snap home about. The cosmopolitan island nation was designed to blow minds and isn’t shy about doing it.

That ethos of excess extends to Singapore’s hotels, which run the gamut from glassy skyscrapers to quaint shophouses. For a luxe holiday in true Lion City style, check into one of the extraordinary establishments below.

The Fullerton Bay Hotel

Located right on the iconic Marina Bay, The Fullerton Bay Hotel was quick to make a name for itself as one of Singapore’s finest stays. The interiors are indulgently appointed and stunningly styled, courtesy of the keen eye of designer André Fu, but the real highlights of the property are outside. The rooftop infinity pool and The Lantern rooftop bar offer near-transcendent views of the waterfront and first row seats the laser shows at Marina Bay Sands.

Book @ Booking.com  From $418 per night.

The Warehouse Hotel

Restored warehouses are all the rage, but few have history as juicy as this one does. The Warehouse Hotel makes its home in a converted spice-trade godown in a neighbourhood once known as a hub of prostitution, gambling, opium dens, liquor distilleries, and secret societies. Though the area has cleaned up its act, the building has kept its industrial aesthetic intact and now delivers thoughtful hospitality to guests as a 37-room boutique hotel with a modern edge.

Book @ Mr & Mrs Smith  From $409 per night.

The Vagabond Club

You’ll find the art crowd (and art crowd wannabes) at The Vagabond Club. A vintage Art Deco building houses this tribute to the Parisian salons of yesteryear, a Jacques Garcia-designed eruption of plush fabrics, vivid florals, and dark hardwoods. Artworks of all kinds can be found throughout the space, which also hosts the city’s only artist-in-residence program. The Vagabond Club is a sensuous playground for the mysterious and mischievous.


Book @ Booking.com From $167 per night.

Naumi Singapore

Approach the vine-clad metallic façade of Naumi Singapore and it’s instantly clear that you’re in for a treat. The vibe is posh but playful, with grounded earth tones in the rooms and quirky art installations in the public spaces. Facilities include a sizeable fitness room, an Indian restaurant, an infinity pool, and the guests-only Cloud 9 rooftop bar (where you’d be remiss not to sample at least one of the 17+ whiskies kept in stock).

Book @ Booking.com From $186 per night.

Hotel NuVe Heritage

What Hotel NuVe Heritage lacks in rooms – there are only 19 – it makes up for in exceptionally personal service. A staff member is never far should you need a locals-only city tip or a re-up on the free juice in the lobby. All rooms are equipped with a Dulce Gusto coffee machine, massage shower, high-speed broadband, LG HD television with Apple TV, Bluetooth docking station, and complimentary (yes, alcohol too) gourmet mini-bars.

Book @ Booking.com From $110 per night.

Six Senses Duxton

Six Senses Duxton makes the most of its prime placement in Singapore’s Chinatown. Acclaimed British designer Anouska Hempel transformed a row of colonial trading houses into a 49-room hotel brimming with Chinese and Malay accents. No two rooms are the same, but details like inlaid mother-of-pearl furniture, oversize fans, and Chinese heritage art ensure every corner of the space stays in theme. The hotel even employs a traditional Chinese doctor in lieu of a conventional spa.

Book @ Booking.com From $222 per night.

YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road

The YOTEL brand reimagines the experience of luxury airline travel for a different segment of the tourism industry. Like its sister properties, YOTEL Singapore Orchard Road is an ultra-modern establishment featuring airline-style self-service check-in, rooms called “cabins”, complimentary coffee and tea, and a club lounge. Fortunately, the food bears no resemblance to its in-flight counterpart – YOTEL Singapore even brews its own craft beer.

Book @ Booking.com From $124 per night.

M Social Singapore

Travellers have renowned interior designer Philippe Starck to thank for M Social Singapore. The hotel offers loft-style living in the heart of Robertson Quay. In-house restaurant Beast & Butterflies serves an East/West fusion menu to diners surrounded by chandeliers, lava lamps, video projections, and table-top TV screens. Surprisingly, that’s not the hotel’s quirkiest detail – that honour goes to AURA, the resident robot that roams the halls delivering room service.


Book @ Booking.com From $115 per night.

Lloyd’s Inn

Boasting a modest 34-rooms in a quiet neighbourhood near the Orchard Road shopping district, Lloyd’s Inn is an oasis in the middle of the metropolis. Both the architecture and interior design use an obsessively minimalist visual language to explore the relationships between city, hotel, traveller and nature. While there’s little opulence or ornamentation, there’s plenty of monochromatic serenity, lush foliage, and friendly service. You’re guaranteed to leave feeling refreshed, with a few killer shots for Instagram.

Book @ Booking.com  From $116 per night.

Four Seasons Hotel Singapore

The details shine at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore. Guests rooms are outfitted with espresso machines, universal power outlets and USB charging ports, bluetooth speakers by Bose, L’Occitane bathroom amenities, and oversized windows that let in abundant natural light. Our favourite detail is the adults-only 11th floor that treats couples to a relaxed, intimate experience complete with mood lighting and daily chocolate service.

Book @ Booking.com From $231 per night.

Singapore Boutique Hotels FAQ

What's the difference between a boutique hotel and a regular hotel?

A boutique hotel is more personalized. Since it is not part of a chain, it offers a more unique experience than a regular hotel. Most boutique hotels also have different types of rooms such as living rooms, social rooms, and luxury environments.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel in Singapore?

On average, a 3-star hotel in Singapore will cost you $92 per night, while a 4-star hotel will be around $166 per night. For a 5-star hotel, prepare to shell out $349 per night.

Can I go to Singapore without a visa?

Yes. Singapore does not require visas from tourists or business visits up to 90 days. Just make sure that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to enter the country.

RELATED: Cool Hotels Sydney – 15 Essential Stays For The Ultimate City Escape 

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The Coffee Skill Australians Think They Know But Really Don’t
The Coffee Skill Australians Think They Know But Really Don’t

Australians consider their coffee world best. And it’s not just Surry Hills hipsters that slurp this illusion – ask anyone down at your local and they’re liable to agree.

Yes: we have world-beating baristas. But the same can’t be said for us. Nowhere is this more obvious than overseas, when we immediately flounder at the suggestion a Flat White isn’t a drink.

Not to mention: most Australian coffee drinkers wouldn’t know a good bean if it stripped naked and sent them a DM. Now, before you throw your skim latte at me, hear me out.

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Things started well enough: back in the 1940s and 50s, after Achille Gaggia, a cafe owner in Milan, birthed the first modern espresso machine (and a wave of Italians immigrated to Australia by the tens of thousands), Australia’s coffee culture was looking bright.

As Eater reports: “The emergent Italian-derived, espresso-centric coffee culture was epitomized by Pellegrini’s Espresso Bar, which opened on Bourke Street in Melbourne’s Central Business District in 1954, and has been described as ‘the beginning of Melbourne becoming what it is.'”

So far so hip.

“From Auckland to Sydney to Melbourne, cafes like Pellegrini’s developed a rhythm and a culture that fit seamlessly into Australia and New Zealand’s ‘no worries’ vibe, one that was distinct from the stand-up-and-slug-down-a-shot culture of the original Italian espresso bars or the grab-and-go model that American cafes have adopted – with table service, real food, and most luxurious of all, genuine niceness.”

Again: no problems there.

The trouble begins when, sometime between Nicole Kidman and the Hemsworths, we began naming our coffee differently to everyone else, and assuming this made us special.

“Over time, a distinct language, built on local slang and divorced from its Italian cognates, also evolved – instead of ordering ‘an espresso’ or ‘an Americano,’ you’d order a ‘short black’ or a ‘long black,'” (Eater).

This brings us to the Flat White – an Australian invention Europe refuses to recognise, and one whose Antipodean success has turned us into a nation of milk drinking babies who judge coffee by how well it is integrated into the milk, rather than on the bean itself.

While a Macchiato is a Macchiato, a Capuccino is a Capuccino and a Piccolo translates to a Cortado, the term Flat White defies translation across Spain, France, Italy and much of America.

 

 
 
 
 
 
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While some say a ‘flattie’ is a Capuccino without the chocolate sprinkles, any hardcore Australian coffee drinker would spit out their beverage with disgust at such an idea.

According to them, a true flat white is steam wanded in such a way that the air is massaged (instead of jackhammered), resulting in a delicious microfoam of perfectly textured and integrated coffee-milk, which lies flat across the cup’s surface.

This is a far cry from Spain’s cafe con leche, which masquerades as a flat white (but which is actually burnt espresso with long-life milk, served in a glass) or France’s cafe au lait (which really is a Cappucino without the milk).

Before you call them heathens, consider this – Australia’s impeccable Flat Whites are holding us back from coffee enlightenment.

Take me, for example. I grew up in Australia and drank coffee from 15. I graduated from Mochas to Cappuccinos to Lattes to Flat Whites and then… nowhere. Between the ages of 18 and 21, my coffee evolution stagnated, as I found nothing could beat the perfectly brewed Flat White (extra hot and with a spoonful of sugar).

I even went on exchange to France during that time, and loudly proclaimed their coffee was shit.

 

 
 
 
 
 
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However, after moving to Spain for two years, I’ve realised my Flat White kink was severely limiting.

Firstly: I’ve realised a true coffee drinker doesn’t turn their nose up at singed milk or a lukewarm espresso – they’re so hooked they gulp it anyway.

Secondly: I’ve realised a true coffee drinker savours the coffee bean itself, not just how well the coffee has been integrated into the milk. In other words: if your go-to order contains milk, you don’t know shit.

Third, and finally, I’ve realised that not only does taking your coffee with milk limit your ability to judge the bean, but it’s also causing a gastroenterological epidemic in Australia.

How so? Stubborn Flat White drinkers go one of three ways. One: you do your best to ignore the explosive diarrhea that comes with lactose intolerance (which most of us get in our 20s). Two: you start ordering stupid-sounding ‘three quarter’ coffees. Or three: you turn to soy milk which – ironically – can cause you more stomach problems than cow’s milk.

All this when the solution is simple: start drinking Long Blacks.

Not only is this far classier (and opens you up to a whole world of new orders), but it will make you a more skilful coffee drinker and help you earn the snob moniker you so covet.

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Oh, and it has significantly fewer calories and tends to be cheaper.

 

 
 
 
 
 
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Sold? A brave new bean awaits.

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