It started with a text from a guy called “Hans" saying that he wanted an Italian coffee machine for The Block. And not just any Italian coffee machine. He really wanted a Profitec Pro 500 because of it’s good looks. After a quick chat with Hans I knew it wasn't some prank and I was ready to join the challenge.

When I arrived at The Block it was madness. It was the final day of the 12 week season and the place was just buzzing - a hive of activity with tradies, contestants and TV people just everywhere. They miked me up and then I went about meeting Hans and the team, then walked the gear in and set it all up in a very dusty, almost complete kitchen.

Unfortunately I didn’t make the final cut (tears). Also, after one close up of the Profitec Pro 500 on the “Next Time on The Block” segment, there where no more close ups. It was amazing to see just how far away the camera stayed away from the Profitec during the kitchen’s reveal. I’m not surprised really as they have two heavy hitting sponsors with no interest in seeing people with Italian coffee machines at home. Breville, with their machines at “The Block Shop,” and McDonalds, with their Mc Café promotion.

It was still a great experience and one I’ll never forget. Congrats to Hans and Courtney for winning Challenge Week with an amazing kitchen. And well done on choosing a traditional Italian coffee machine instead of a Breville or worse still, leaving the new apartment owners with Mc Café for their daily brews ;)

An amazing day. What a cool thing it is to create a hobby business, see it grow, and to get a little gig on The Block - just amazing - a very cool TV experience.

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