Barista Challenge Maldives 2026: Top 10 baristas selected for national finals!
2 ސެޕްޓެމްބަރު 2026 | ބުދަ 12:57The winner of the Lavazza Barista Challenge national finals will earn the prestigious opportunity to represent the Maldives at the international competition in Italy in 2027. Organized by Euro Marketing, the national final is scheduled for September next year, offering a premier platform for local baristas to showcase their professional skills and creative excellence.
Training program held for baristas. | FHAM
The qualifying rounds for the Lavazza Barista Challenge Maldives 2026 have concluded, with 10 baristas securing their spots in the national final. Held from August 30 to 31 at the Lavazza Barista Training Center in Euro Marketing, the qualifying stage saw intense competition among the participants.
This is an international competition held for skilled baristas working within the coffee industry. The primary objective of the event is to showcase the artistry, creativity, technical expertise, and passion involved in coffee preparation, while identifying the top barista in the Maldives. The winner of the competition will be granted the prestigious opportunity to represent the Maldives on the international stage.
Prior to the qualifying round, participants underwent training at Euro Marketing’s Lavazza Training Centre. These sessions provided an opportunity for contestants to further refine their skills and ensure they were fully prepared for the competition. During the qualifying round, participants actively demonstrated their technical proficiency and the practical application of the skills they had acquired.
The national final of the competition is scheduled to take place on September 9, 2026, during the Food and Hospitality Asia Maldives (FHAM) exhibition. The national champion, selected from a competitive pool of 10 finalist baristas, will earn the opportunity to represent the Maldives at the international final of the Lavazza Barista Challenge, held in Turin, Italy, in April 2027.
In selecting participants for this competition, judges will look beyond basic coffee preparation, evaluating their creativity, personality, the quality of ingredients used, and their espresso brewing techniques. This serves as a significant platform for baristas to showcase not only their technical expertise but also their unique individual styles.
Organized by Euro Marketing, the official distributor of Lavazza in the Maldives, this competition presents a golden opportunity for professionals working within the nation's tourism and hospitality sectors. The Maldivian champion will go on to compete against winners from other countries in the international grand final, which is set to be held in Italy.
