We have confirmed that the barista competition is open to the public and there is no charge to watch (we will be taking donations for Coffee Kids). So, mark your calendars and join us for a great time and to watch the best barista’s in the Prairies go head to head.
Here is a PDF with the Schedule of Events for the two day event.
For those who want to compete (and you SHOULD compete), click THIS LINK to download a PDF of the registration form.
Prior to the Barista Competition will be a Barista Jam, held at Cappuccino King.
This will be a great time for competitors & non-competing baristas to get together and hang out, talk espresso and have a latte art throwdown !
This will also be a Q&A time for judges and competitors and to demonstrate the format that we’ll follow at the competition.
Agenda:
3:00 - 4:00pm: Set up @ Cappuccino King. They’ll provide two 2gp machines and you’re welcome to bring your own coffee and grinder.
4:00 - 5:00pm: Introduction and meet & greet
5:00 - 7:30pm: Competitor routines, Q&A
7:45 - 9:00pm: Latte Art Throwdown. $5 buy in…Followed by pizza & beer
Barista Jam
Date: May 17
Time: 4 pm - 9 pm
Where: Cappuccino King Calgary
The Canadian Barista & Coffee Academy will be offering two days of barista training at Espuccino this May 26th and 27th - following the Barista Competition.
This special training academy for barista (espresso machine operators) and those interested in learning more about coffee and espresso presents its 2008 Educational Program. The hands-on training workshops are lead by Canadian and international expert trainers and professional baristas. They are for those new to the industry or those who want to perfect their coffee skills and include: Basic Training, Advanced Training and Expert Barisa workshops. Please refer to the schedule below for details and click here to register.
Location: Espuccino Imports
4021 9th St. SE Calgary
Alberta T2G 3C7
403-263-3224
Monday, May 26, 2008
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Barista Level I: Beginner Barista Workshop
2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Barista level II: Advanced Barista Workshop
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Level III: Expert Barista & Latte Art Workshop
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Opening a Successful Coffee Business Seminar
2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Coffee Cupping Workshop
DATES:
Baristas must compete in one of the 2008 Canadian Regional Championships in order qualify for entry into the Canadian National Championship. Baristas working in cafes, restaurants and foodservice establishments in each region are encouraged to sign up. One registrant per company (see rules and regulations). For rules, information and registration visit www.canadianbaristachampionship.com or www.canadianbaristaacademy.com or call: 416-784-5210
We highly recommend that if you are interested in competing - that you sign up quickly as there is a maximum of 16 compeditors.
Also - they are in need to volunteers to be a competition Judge !! This is a great way to get involved - please contact Les Kuan at ibex1989@yahoo.com to sign up.
Cheers
Jason