Regional recognition for Oman Barista

Energy Tuesday 29/March/2016 22:58 PM
By: Times News Service
Regional recognition for Oman Barista

Muscat: Adnan Al Balushi, a barista from Bin Mirza International’s Second Cup Oman, has recently been named the 2016 Barista Champion for the Middle East and Africa (MEA).
The competition, which saw participants preparing five small beverages in under 3 minutes and 30 seconds, was streamed live on Periscope in front of a panel of Second Cup judges. The baristas were judged on their drinks’ taste and presentation, in addition to their interaction with customers while preparing the coffee.
Regarding the contest, Jannat Moosa, Marketing Director at Bin Mirza International, said, “Being chosen as the MEA’s first regional champion for the Barista 2016 Championship recognizes Adnan’s years of training, commitment to coffee excellence, and high-quality service. He joins a longlist of prestigious finalists, proving that passion pays off. His participation reflects the rising profile of professional baristas in the Sultanate and will serve as an inspiration to other coffee makers in the future.”
Bin Mirza International was also honoured by Second Cup International with a Marketing Award for its commitment to excellence.
Meanwhile, Mark Mathews, another Second Cup Oman employee, received the ‘Operations and Business Development Manager of the Year’ Award for maintaining high customer experience standards throughout the year.