The first wave of coffee. A history of our pre espresso era and the influence of change in our social behaviour.

The book, authored by Craig Miller, a self-employed coffee roaster and barista, chronicles the rise of coffee houses in Wellington from 1939 to 1979. It focuses on the first wave of coffee culture, a period when coffee houses emerged as central social hubs, replacing traditional tea rooms and milk bars. These establishments became the dominant non-alcoholic refreshment venues in New Zealand, particularly in Wellington

• Pages: 161
• Published: 1 Jan 2015
• Format: Hardback

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