The Top Coffee Stories
in 2020
Coffee Stories
It’s never too late to realize your career passion. Plus, who doesn’t love a good comeback story? Check the top 9 coffee stories featured at I’M NOT A BARISTA in 2020.
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At the heart of all of their stories is the love and passion for coffee, —the drive to define success on your own terms. It’s the inspirational binge you were looking for!
Hrishi Mohite
Hrishi Mohite
First a Computer Engineer. Then, a McDonald’s Crew Member. Now, a Specialty Coffee Roaster. My name is Hrishi Mohite, and this is my Coffee Story. Hrishi Mohite All Hrishi wanted was to fill his time after college with a part-time job. So, he popped by his local McDonald’s. Three months later…
Tanty Hartono
Tanty Hartono
Tanty Hartono is an inspiration to many for her passion and dedication to the coffee community. Despite not being a barista herself, she is always striving to improve her knowledge and skill. It is a testament to her commitment that she organises competitions, receiving great commitment and demand, which aim…
Serena Falcitano
Serena Falcitano
When asked what coffee means to her, Serena replies with one keyword: "Tradition". "It reminds me of my childhood," she elaborates, "of my grandmother's Moka pot." Twenty or so years ago, Serena Falcitano lived with her parents and grandparents in Bellizzi, a small city in Southern Italy. She fondly recollects…
Priscila Pinho
Priscila Pinho
Have you ever seen a cuter image? Probably not. But don’t be fooled by the bandaged smiley face; this woman is tough and has been exposed to some of the worst conditions imaginable in the coffee industry. Priscila began her coffee journey as naive as the next person. She started…
Khalid Almalki
Khalid Almalki
Moving around the world to find the passion, this is Khalid, and this is my journey. Khalid Almalki sitting in green coffee beans (image by okacoffeeco) My name is Khalid, a trip halfway around the world romanced by the coffee capital of Australia. He dropped everything, traveled to Melbourne, and…
Mikael Jasin the Indonesian Barista Championship
Mikael Jasin the Indonesian Barista Championship
Hailing from the equatorial country of Indonesia, Mikael Jasin is a force to be reckoned with in the specialty coffee world. 9 years in the coffee industry with 5 spent behind the bar as a barista has led to multiple accolades in different competitions - 2nd place in Australian Coffee…
