Street Talk Espresso, Armadale

Street Talk Espresso

Dean Fouritz’s family has been involved in wholesale business for a long time, but his interest in the service side of things resulted in him starting Street Talk Espresso seven years ago. Greek, Italian and Middle Eastern influences are seen in the food at here, and Dean and his staff put together the inventive seasonal menus, making the most of local produce where possible.

Street Talk Espresso

We visit this Armadale cafe on an usually beautiful and sunny Autumn day, deciding to make full use of the spacious courtyard to enjoy the weather.

Street Talk Espresso - Double Shot Latte ($4.30)

Double Shot Latte ($4.30)

Street Talk began roasting its own coffee beans under their The Agency Espresso brand using predominantly South American beans, which were chosen for their sweetness. Its house blend ‘5th Avenue’ is sampled as a latte, and it is smooth and sweet, not requiring the regular amount of sugar to be added.

Street Talk Espresso - Cappuccino with Almond Milk ($4.80)

Cappuccino with Almond Milk ($4.80)

Almond milk is made in-house fresh every morning. Informed that using almond milk results in a slightly more bitter coffee, but comes with natural sweetness from figs, I’m intrigued. The coffee is exactly as described. My cappuccino does seem quite bitter at first, but there’s a sweet aftertaste that lingered on the palate a little longer than sugar would. I’d recommend not being hasty in adding sugar before tasting the coffee for the first time.

Street Talk Espresso - Coconut, Fig and Berry Muffin

Coconut, Fig and Berry Muffin

Street Talk Espresso - Paleo Loaf

Paleo Loaf

Baked goods including fluffy muffins are baked daily. We also try the paleo loaf, which both smells and tastes heavenly, especially being straight out of the oven. Composed of a variety of seeds, chia and coconut flour, carrot and a few secret ingredients, it’s moreish, especially with the vibrant tomato chutney.

Street Talk Espresso - Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater Bruschetta - Roast Pumpkin smash, wild mushroom medley, poached eggs, coriander shoots, local charred halloumi, lemon + beurre noisette ($18)

Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater Bruschetta – Roast Pumpkin smash, wild mushroom medley, poached eggs, coriander shoots, local charred halloumi, lemon + beurre noisette ($18)

Street Talk Espresso - Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater Bruschetta - Roast Pumpkin smash, wild mushroom medley, poached eggs, coriander shoots, local charred halloumi, lemon + beurre noisette ($18)

Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater Bruschetta is a filling and hearty breakfast of roast pumpkin smash, wild mushrooms, poached eggs, coriander shoots, locally-made charred haloumi, lemon and beurre noisette. Butter on herbed mushrooms is a classic combination, and the rich beurre noisette is perfect for the task. The nuttiness of the burnt butter sauce with a squeeze of lemon gives everything a bit of a lift.

Street Talk Espresso - The Iron Mike - Sauteed cauliflower florets, green peas, yellow lentil puree, toasted chickpeas, burnt lemon, poached eggs, almond flakes, oregano salt ($17)

The Iron Mike – Sauteed cauliflower florets, green peas, yellow lentil puree, toasted chickpeas, burnt lemon, poached eggs, almond flakes, oregano salt ($17)

Street Talk Espresso - The Iron Mike - Sauteed cauliflower florets, green peas, yellow lentil puree, toasted chickpeas, burnt lemon, poached eggs, almond flakes, oregano salt ($17)

The ‘Iron Mike’ is a considered arrangement of sautéed cauliflower florets, green peas, smooth, spiced yellow lentil puree, toasted chickpeas, burnt lemon, poached eggs, almond flakes and oregano salt. The combination of all the ingredients is so delicious together and tastes more flavoursome than it might appear. If only all vegetarian brunches were this good.

Street Talk Espresso - The Boss of all Challah - Challah French toast squares, stewed apple, seasonal fruits, mascarpone, Tim Tam sand + espresso caviar ($18)

The Boss of all Challah – Challah French toast squares, stewed apple, seasonal fruits, mascarpone, Tim Tam sand + espresso caviar ($18)

Street Talk Espresso - The Boss of all Challah - Challah French toast squares, stewed apple, seasonal fruits, mascarpone, Tim Tam sand + espresso caviar ($18)

The Boss of all Challah – Challah French toast squares, stewed apple, seasonal fruits, mascarpone, Tim Tam sand + espresso caviar ($18)

Street Talk Espresso - The Boss of all Challah - Challah French toast squares, stewed apple, seasonal fruits, mascarpone, Tim Tam sand + espresso caviar ($18)

Street Talk’s French Toast uses challah instead of brioche, its intrinsic eggyness resulting in a beautiful and addictively fluffy dessert. Aptly named The Boss of all Challah, the toasty squares come topped with stewed apples, figs, passionfruit and kiwi fruit. Espresso caviar spheres create little pops of bitterness in the mouth when bitten into. Crunchy, sweet biscotti and chopped Tim Tams add extra texture, and the mascarpone takes the edge off a dish that could potentially be too sweet.

Street Talk Espresso - The Iron Mike - Sauteed cauliflower florets, green peas, yellow lentil puree, toasted chickpeas, burnt lemon, poached eggs, almond flakes, oregano salt ($17)

Street Talk Espresso definitely impressed. Offering great coffee, amazing food and friendly service, it’s a gem of a cafe that’s worth travelling for.

Disclaimer: I was invited as a guest to Street Talk Espresso, however, opinions expressed here are purely my own and not influenced by them in any way

Street Talk Espresso
710 High St
Armadale, VIC, 3143
(03) 9509 9687
www.streettalkcafe.com.au/
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