Did you know that Coffee Masters is hosting this year's Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition? Baristas from the surrounding states of Illinois - including Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio - will converge to take part in a competition designed to encourage and recognize the art of espresso preparation and service. This event takes place during Coffee Fest Chicago and is presented by the Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA). The SCAA coordinates 10 such regional events throughout the country, as well as a national competition every year.Here is how the competition works:Competitors will serve up to 12 drinks in a 15-minute period in front of a panel of seven judges. Four espressos, four cappuccinos and four beverages of their own creations will be critiqued. Judges will evaluate each Barista on their technical skill; the flavor and quality of their espresso; the taste, creativity and appearance of their drinks, and on their presentation/customer service skills. The winner will automatically advance to the Semi-Finals Round at the United States Barista Championship held in Portland, Ore., in March.You can't miss this event! Come one, come all - It's FREE!The Competition is a free event that will take place at Navy Pier in Chicago, Illinois on Friday, February 20 through Sunday, February 22 and is open to the public. For more information on the event and registration for those wishing to volunteer, please visit www.coffeemasters.com and click on the GLRBC logo.
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I received this email from Jason Prefontaine in regards to the upcoming CPRBC. Cool!
Hello everyone,
I just wanted to let you know, that we will be streaming the Canadian Prairie Regional Barista Competition, live from Calgary at the following URL:
http://www.ustream.tv/channel/prairie-regional-barista-competition
The competition is Saturday 11:00 - 3:30 and Sunday 11:00 - 1:30. All times Mountain Central.
If you're in Calgary, feel free to come by Espuccino/Fratello and watch everything in person. If you know of anyone else who maybe interested in watching online, please forward them the link.
Thanks !!
Jason Prefontaine
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I am bummed to be here on the left coast, not in attendance of the NERBC, but and trying to follow along with this weekends events. Yesterday was the semi-finals, 26 competitors I believe.
Last night was the official bX meet up and dance party in Ithaca, and I am waiting to hear how everything went, hopefully some photos too.
The finalists are:
Chris Ganger (Ithaca Coffee Co)
Lance Nichols (Gimme! Coffee)
Jay Murdock (Cafe Grumpy)
Chris Deferio (Carriage House Cafe)
Katie Carguilo (Counter Culture Coffee)
Amber Sather (Intelligentsia Coffee and Tea)
Check out Liz Clayton's blog for more up to minute details from the event.
Good luck to everyone competing today and I'll post more later.
- Matt
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