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JCunningham
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Posted Fri Jan 6, 2006, 1:49pm
Subject: Re: 2006 Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition

schrodingers_cup Said:

what time does this whole shindig start gang? is parking available near by?

Posted January 5, 2006 link

Plenty of parking available, they do have a lot, and one across the street too I think....

JShamoon Said:

Will there be any samplings offered at the event? Coffee sales?

Posted January 6, 2006 link

We (Intelligentsia) will be serving free drip coffee.

bolojm Said:

She's one of the best baristas in town...I hope she finds a position soon so I can bug her for shots at lunch time!

BTW...I am going to try to sneak up there on Sunday, but it is hectic here!

Posted January 6, 2006 link

BJ is here today at the Roasting Works, and it sounds like she will likely be pulling shots at at a new shop soon.

See Y'all at the event!

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rbh1515
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Posted Fri Jan 6, 2006, 6:04pm Subject: Re: 2006 Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition

Steve, I was seriously thinking of coming down to Chicago, but I recently decided to visit my parents in Seattle. Will probably check out that new LM machine while there--maybe put down a deposit. We'll see. Next time I'm definately coming down to see the competition. Rob

mikep
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Posted Sat Jan 7, 2006, 9:31am Subject: Re: 2006 Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition

quick report: Ellie Matuszak- incredibly smooth! this is the first comp I have seen, but wow- she was definitely professional in all moves. example: wrong music starts, she points it out, but says "it's okay" and keeps moving. she also checked to make sure no judges were allergic to the almond butter for the sig drink. I was surprised she used a blend she made for the comp- "warm in winter"

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Spinnaker007
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Posted Sat Jan 7, 2006, 12:09pm Subject: Re: 2006 Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition

rbh1515 Said: Steve, I was seriously thinking of coming down to Chicago, but I recently decided to visit my parents in Seattle. Will probably check out that new LM machine while there--maybe put down a deposit. We'll see. Next time I'm definately coming down to see the competition. Rob Posted January 6, 2006 link Hi Rob, I can see that you have a tough choice to make, Seattle vs. Barista Comp. I think I would pick Seattle as well. I am running errands today, but I'll go to the final tomorrow...Have fun in Emerald city... mikep Said: quick report: Ellie Matuszak- incredibly smooth! this is the first comp I have seen, but wow- she was definitely professional in all moves. example: wrong music starts, she points it out, but says "it's okay" and keeps moving. she also checked to make sure no judges were allergic to the almond butter for the sig drink. I was surprised she used a blend she made for the comp- "warm in winter" Posted January 7, 2006 link Mike, Thanks for the quick report...I am dying to know what is going on at the GLRBC...Will see you guys tomorrow! Cheers, Stee

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Posted Sat Jan 7, 2006, 2:09pm Subject: Re: 2006 Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition

In alphabetical order: Steve Fritzen - Coffee Hound, Bloomington, IL Ellie Matuszak - Intelligentsia, Chicago, IL Matt Riddle - Intelligentsia, Chicago, IL Stephen Rogers - Intelligentsia, Chicago, IL Amber Sather - Intelligentsia, Chicago, IL Cara Wilson - Coffee Hound, Bloomington, IL Best of luck to our 2006 GLRBC Finalists! Kick butt tomorrow!!!

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mikep
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Posted Sat Jan 7, 2006, 2:22pm Subject: Re: 2006 Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition

dang nick! you are fast! (I know you have spies here). note: Cara from Coffeehound is a first-time competitor- impressive!

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jim_schulman
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Posted Sat Jan 7, 2006, 3:47pm Subject: Re: 2006 Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition

Thanks for the report. I Couldn't make it today; I'll be there tomorrow.

Jim Schulman www.coffeecuppers.com

mikep
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Posted Sat Jan 7, 2006, 4:41pm Subject: Re: 2006 Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition

Any coffeegeeks in the area- You need to go to this! The competitors really put a lot of work into their presentations. Besides the actual competition you end up being in the same room as some of the most knowledgable and passionate coffee people around. Everyone I chatted with was really friendly. I am sorry I don't have a more detailed report on all of the competitors, I was excited enough at the beginning of the day to post from my tiny treo keyboard. I also did not see all of the competitors, as I needed to sneak out for some food partway through. Random observations/impressions: Matt Riddle- very precise in his movements, crisp. Amber Sather- I loved the layered look of her sig drink. Steve Fritzen- he really appeared to be having a good time, like he wan't feeling pressured at all.

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knautzr
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Posted Sat Jan 7, 2006, 4:58pm Subject: Re: 2006 Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition

If I can drag myself out of the house that early on a Sunday, I will be there. I'll be the "big guy" with the thin wallet....just ordered a Brewtus II on Thursday to replace Silvia.

nickcho
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Posted Sun Jan 8, 2006, 11:37am Subject: Re: 2006 Great Lakes Regional Barista Competition

mikep: you're quite the prognosticator! 2006 GLRBC Results: Champion: Matt Riddle Second: Amber Sather Third: Steve Fritzen Congratulations all!

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