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With less than a week to go, things are getting a little frantic. The practice schedule in the lab is intense, routines are constantly being tweaked we're sifting through as many last minute details as possible.
In case you don't know what the PRBC is all about, here's the low-down.
Ten baristas from Alberta (though folks from AB, SK, MB, NWT and YK were welcome to enter) will compete this Saturday, August 7 at Fratello Coffee Roasters in Calgary. Each barista must prepare four espressos, four cappuccinos, and four original signature drinks to exacting standards in a 15-minute performance. Qualified judges from across the country evaluate each performance on the taste of beverages served, cleanliness, creativity, technical skill, and overall presentation.
Transcend is sending two competitors: (Rockin) Josh Hockin, and Chuck (Charles-in-Charge) Elves. Both have been practicing like mad men (not 1960s advertising executives, but rather men who have perhaps lost a little sanity in the pursuit of espresso perfection) and are ready to bring their A-game on Saturday.
This is important: you should come. Seriously, if you like coffee and would like to learn more about coffee and connect to the coffee community, there is no better place to be. There will be a excellent pre-party on Friday night, and all day Saturday will be competition and caffeine comradery. Come cheer on Josh and Chuck. We will be livestreaming the event as well (link coming soon) if you can't make it.
