Update to U.S. Coffee Championships 2020–2021 Seasons
The United States Coffee Competitions have announced that all remaining events will be canceled until 2021.
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5 Minutes With: LaNisa Williams, Barista Life LA
Fresh Cup recently caught up with LaNisa Williams, creator of Barista Life LA, to discuss her new Instagram campaign, #BlackinBrew, and learn more about her mission of inclusive education.
U.S. Coffee Championships Orange County Results
That’s a wrap for the 2020 U.S. Coffee Championships qualifiers and nationals in Orange County, California!
Bikini Baristas Take Case to the Supreme Court
Last summer, Seattle-area “bikini baristas” made headlines when their case was overturned by the Federal Appeals Court. Now, the baristas are filing a petition with the U.S. Supreme Court.
U.S. Coffee Championship Nashville Qualifiers Results
Nashville, Tennessee, held the second U.S. Coffee Champs Qualifier event for the season, with 54 competitors’ fates decided.
The Not-So-New Wave of Barista-Led Activism
Understanding why 2019 was dominated by barista activism—and what’s next.
2020 U.S. Coffee Championship Qualifiers
The U.S. Coffee Championship qualifiers will next venture to Nashville and Orange County where professionals from around the country will compete to represent the U.S. in the World Championships.
The Barista League 2020
The Barista League has revealed its 2020 competition season, which will feature four events spread over three continents, as well as a brand-new membership program.
The Latest in Barista Activism
From another walkout to a new barista-support organization, here are the latest updates to the rise of activism in the U.S. coffee community.
Do You Know? Camila Coddou
Camila Coddou embarked across the country for her project Barista Behind the Bar, speaking on topics including hospitality, self-care, inclusivity, and empowerment.