Bidfood UAE Hosts illy Coffee Barista Challenge

Bidfood UAE Recently launched its first-ever illycaffee Coffee Barista Challenge, powered by myBidfood. The event saw sixteen baristas from partner customers competing in a lively and creative latte art showdown after an engaging training and cupping session with illy's single-origin beans.

This free-pour Latte Art Challenge focused purely on the visual aspect of latter art, allowing participants to showcase their creativity without the use of etching or tools like straws or thermometers. The competitions was designed to foster fun, networking, and highlight the skills of the local barista community.

Baristas competed in a two-stage elimination round, tasked with creating intricate latte art within a 5 minute time frame. Teams of two faced off, judged on criteria such as clarity, balance, creativity, and overall appeal, with the latter weighted twice as much. Special challenges included presenting the latter art without spills or messes, which could impact their final score.

After an intense competition, one winner and two runner-ups emerged, showcasing exceptional skill in creating complex yet balanced latte art. Their creative designs reflected their expertise and mastery in the art of crafting perfect lattes.

The event was a testament to the talent and passion of the UAE's barista community, bringing together creativity, precision, and the love for coffee.

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