A second-hand roaster, a lot of stubbornness, and a neighbourhood that adopted us.
Foglight began in 2018 with a second-hand drum roaster in a damp Wellington garage and a stubborn belief that great coffee shouldn't be complicated. No tasting-note poetry, no gatekeeping — just carefully sourced beans, roasted properly, and served by people who are glad you came in.
We opened the café a year later on the corner of Mist & Vine. It's small, a bit drafty, and full most mornings. We wouldn't change it.
We roast on Tuesdays, and anyone's welcome to watch. Bring a coffee, ask questions, and take a warm bag home. It's the best-smelling hour of the week.
We supply a handful of local cafés and offices with beans, training and support. If that sounds like you, let's talk.