DaVinci Gourmet is proud to launch its inaugural Barista Craft Championship, an event set to celebrate the intricate artistry and craftsmanship of baristas across the globe. This exciting competition will take place across Africa, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Latin America, bringing together talented coffee artists, connoisseurs, and enthusiasts under the theme “United Through Coffee”.
A Platform for Innovation and Creativity
As a trusted partner in the café industry, DaVinci Gourmet understands the deep passion and dedication that baristas bring to their craft. The DaVinci Gourmet Barista Craft Championship 2024 will provide a platform for emerging talent to showcase their skills, innovation, and creativity in coffee- making, while connecting with the broader global coffee community.
Competitors from over 20 countries will be challenged to push the boundaries of flavour, technique, and presentation as they create coffee-inspired masterpieces that reflect the latest trends and innovations in the industry.
Competition Structure and Prizes
The competition will begin with the national preliminary round from 1st to 18th August 2024. During this phase, participants across Africa will submit a digital entry featuring a detailed recipe, video or written method of preparation, and an image of their coffee creation, all made using DaVinci Gourmet products with Espresso.
Successful entrants will advance to the Africa finals, which will take place in Nairobi, Kenya on 14th September 2024. Here, competitors will face a series of espresso-based challenges, judged on technical preparation, flavour complexity, and presentation.
The competition will culminate in the regional finals at the prestigious FHA HoReCa event in Singapore from 23rd to 24th October 2024. National champions from each participating country or region will compete for the title, displaying their skills in practical tests, latte art, and the final presentation of their signature coffee beverages.
In addition to the prestige of winning this global competition, participants will have the chance to win up to USD6,000 in cash and prizes, including a sponsored coffee experience trip.
Join Us in Celebrating Coffee Culture
DaVinci Gourmet Barista Craft Championship 2024 is more than a competition, it is a celebration of the vibrant and diverse coffee culture that connects us all. We invite baristas, coffee lovers, and industry professionals to join us in this exciting event as we discover the next generation of coffee innovators.