Try it to believe it!
All my competition for WBC 2013 has been studied and structured on this concept, with the purpose of improving the service of the espresso in any bar’s everyday life. In fact, different temperatures have been used also for cappuccinos and signature drinks: in this last one I tried to remark the aromatic and gustative sensations by intensifying its taste.
After a very long and hard work and a pause, I can proudly tell that I’ve reached a great result which for me goes well beyond the final standings, and often I almost feel like I’ve reached the highest place in the podium, as if I was the world champion!
I ask my friend Pete Licata to excuse me for this and I want to truly congratulate him and tell him that I’m really proud that our category is represented by a champion like him.
As regard as me, I gave my best, I paid attention to the very minimum details of my competition, so whoever asks me what I’d change if I went back in time, I answer with honesty:“Absolutely NOTHING!”.
Finally I managed to bring my beloved country very high in the world ranking and I hope I’ve managed to pass on positive messages to the whole Italian coffee sector.
Particularly, to the companies of the sector: I’ve tried to prove them, through my study, my research and my performance (for those who’d like to see it again, click here) that the moment to turn page and to give new life to“Made in Italy”coffee has arrived.
Because only this way we can go back to express our opinion internationally, by giving importance and energy to the history of the coffee built years ago by our ancestors.
Nevertheless, my intent was also, and above all, to prove to young baristas that reaching a world final isn’t that impossible, you just have to believe in it until the end and work hard with passion, love and spirit of sacrifice: the next world championship will be held in Italy, and for this reason I wish the next Italian Barista Champion to bring Italy to the final again, hopefully doing even better than what I’ve done this year, because a further step forward will be useful for all baristas of the whole Italian sector of coffee, so that people will keep recognizing the quality of a product which is sold so much all around the world.
Well, I guess you understood that I’ve decided NOT TO PARTICIPATE to the next Italian Barista Championship… and I’ll be happy to be available for anyone who’ll want a debate, an opinion, an advice or simply moral support!
Thanks!
