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1/24/24, 10:08 AM UAE: World of Coffee Dubai 2024 attracts over 13,000 specialised visitors with 30 pc growth - www.lokmattimes.com
of more than 13,000 specialised visitors from enthusiasts and industry

professionals worldwide with a 30 per cent growth from last year.

The highlight of the closing day was the crowning of the winners of the UAE
National Barista Championship. The competition featured the most talented

baristas in the UAE vying for the coveted title and the chance to represent the
country at the World Barista Championship.

Michaela Rnazol from Typica Cafe secured the first place while the second place

went to Kemal Risyad from Archers Coffee, followed by Nooran Al Bannay from

Coffee Architecture at the third place. Additionally, the 1st place in the Latte Art

was presented to Mondrick Alpas from Gold Box Roastery, 2nd place to Angelo

Lagata from Number Five Gate and the 3rd to Jatfikly Raymond Ampuan from

DRVN by Porsche.

The closing day also featured three engaging lectures, enriching the event's

educational component. Demian and Mergen of Abro led the first discussion, while

Ben Hilt, AST Director at the Specialty Coffee Association, explored the details of

the New Specialty Coffee Association Skills Diploma. Andreas Zehnder delivered

a thought-provoking lecture on 'The Economics of Coffee Extraction Plants:

Analyzing Returns on Sustainability Investment'.

Khalid Al Hammadi, Senior Vice President of DXB LIVE, said: "The latest edition

of the World of Coffee Dubai 2024 exhibition has generated significant interest
among stakeholders and enthusiasts in the coffee industry, drawing participation

from international contributors, who showcased their products and equipment.

This edition mainly focused on sustainability of the coffee industry while fostering

coffee culture among consumers by providing educational platforms covering

coffee varieties and preparation methods. The exhibition reflected a remarkable

turnout, with visitors numbering nearly four times that of the inaugural edition of

the event. We are looking forward to organising the fourth edition of this event

next year, given the remarkable success achieved by this year's edition."

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