There is nothing like the delicious smell of brewing coffee- the roasting beans give off the most enticing and comforting smell that make me fill up with joy instantly.
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Enjoy our Island Blend, freshly roasted right here in Mauritius, in a truly different café setting.
Flat White or Frappe LUX* - they’re perfect for a sip and shop
Our baristas are trained by the experts from Deluxe Coffeeworks in Cape Town. We asked head honcho, Judd Francis, the secret to good coffee: "It's all about consistency and freshness. Great beans, good clean machinery and, of course, a great barista.
How long does it take to train someone as a master barista? Depends on the person, they can usually get the hang of espresso shots in a day, and then it can be from two weeks to two months to get the milk part right. From there, it is all about passion..."
There is nothing like the delicious smell of brewing coffee- the roasting beans give off the most enticing and comforting smell that make me fill up with joy instantly.
When you buy coffee your car will smell amazing for days- this I realised after Paul [Phillipa’s husband] and I left our bag of coffee in the car for a day and it was the most incredible result... coffee flavoured air freshener.
If you need to stay awake have a shot of coffee- we all have those nights were sleep is a no go and work trumps DJ Pillow and Club Duvet. Coffee will be your best friend on these occasions.
It aids digestion- it's true. Coffee has a chemical in it that assists in digestion. I must say this natural remedy is far more appealing to me then what the doctor or chemist may prescribe.
It is a great way to connect with friends- This is the extrovert coming out in me, but what better way then to catch up with a friend over a good cup of coffee. It is my favourite past time. Great company, great coffee and my heart is content for days.
So we’ve created our own brand, ICI, which we serve in hand-waffled cones.
Sicilian pistachio variegato, bubble gum, crema with crunchy hazelnut andan anything-but-average Madagascan vanilla are just a few of our house-made flavours.
ICI’S EXOTIC FLAVOURS INCLUDE
PINEAPPLE AND CHILLI
Happiness is...
ICI ice cream made with island-grown ingredients and original flavours
Café LUX* revolutionised the world of hotel coffee overnight, and our commitment remains clear: to offer guests the finest barista-made coffee, day or night. Due to its high demand and resounding success, LUX* resorts and hotels are expanding the Café LUX* concept outside our resorts through unique and exciting franchises.
The Café LUX* opened its doors at the Trianon Shopping Mall, Bagatelle Shopping Mall, Caudan Shopping Mall and the SSR airport of Mauritius.
Cool and trendy, it’s a laid-back spot to catch up with friends and perfect for a light lunch with complimentary WiFi on the go, coupled with a focus on home-made fresh products.
With Café LUX* in operation within 5 of our resorts, we are now branching out and opened our first Café LUX* franchise at the Trianon Shopping Mall, Mauritius with a second due to open at Bagatelle Shopping Mall, Mauritius by the end of this of 2015. Cool and trendy, it’s a laid-back spot to catch up with friends and perfect for a light lunch with a focus on home-made fresh products.
We’re there for support with all new Café LUX* franchises, and to ensure that your customers will always enjoy the passion, quality and stylish ambience of the authentic Café LUX*. Reflecting our commitment to innovation, our specialist baristas keep up to date with all the latest trends and techniques through training – including Cold Press, Pour Overs and Nitro coffee.
We believe that great coffee isn’t just a luxury; it’s a daily essential. At LUX*, we’re passionate about bringing our barista-prepared, freshly roasted and blended on-site beans to even more people across the world in a truly unique and authentic café setting.
Due to its high demand and resounding success, LUX* Resorts & Hotels are expanding the Café LUX* concept outside our resorts through unique and exciting franchise opportunities.
INTERESTED ?
For further information on Café LUX* franchise opportunities, please contact Dominik Ruhl, Chief Operating Officer directly at:
E: dominik.ruhl@Luxresorts.com
T: +230 698 98 00
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