How to Brew a Champion
Phuti, the EMEA Barista Champion for 2022, shares his journey of striving for success. Overcoming his shyness, he found his stride at Starbucks, where he thrived through the support of his fellow partners who helped him achieve his coffee goals.
Starbucks South Africa established the Black Apron Coffee Master’s Squad, known as the Black Mambas, with the mission to strengthen coffee knowledge and create a culture of warmth and belonging. Starbucks partner Ishan (aka Mr. Miyagi), their mentor, emphasises routine, consistency, preparation, and genuine human connection as keys to success.
Phuti's triumph in Milan at the 2022 Barista Championship final, supported by his fellow partners Ishan and Teddy, showcases the power of perseverance and a strong support system; ultimately, 'How to Brew a Champion'.
As we countdown to the 10th Barista Championship Final hosted in London, in three weeks’ time, we look back at Starbucks EMEA’s past three champions and see how they have kept their coffee passion alive since. 2022 Phuti – South Africa Phuti, the 2022 EMEA Barista Champion, describes the profound happiness of his achievement, his […]
Jeddah Park Reserve store is first Starbucks Reserve store in the Western Province of KSA Starbucks has reached a new milestone with the opening of its 400th store in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This new store in Jeddah increases Starbucks presence within a flourishing local coffee culture. Ever since its debut in the Kingdom in 2000, […]
