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Rising Through the Ranks with Mohammad Reza
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Rising Through the Ranks with Mohammad Reza

Reza started his journey washing dishes more than a decade ago. Fast forward to today, he is heading multiple verticals for one of the biggest coffee roasteries in Oman. You don’t have to look far to be inspired. Read how through his hard work and determination he rose through the ranks of an industry he is extremely passionate about.

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Processing can make or break coffee
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Processing can make or break coffee

Imagine this: One origin. One farm. One coffee. Processed 20 different ways. This is exactly what coffee professionals implemented during their trip to Ethiopia earlier this year, a processing adventure at Daye Bensa’s Gatta Washing Station. My finding: CQI - Q Processing Level 2 Professional course is no joke.

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Highlights from World of Coffee Dubai 2023
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Highlights from World of Coffee Dubai 2023

World of Coffee Dubai 2022 was the talk-of-the-town when the first edition was announced in the fourth quarter of 2019. As the curtains of that event closed, it promised an even bigger event the subsequent year. This year’s event hosted more than 12,000 visitors, a twofold increase from last year.

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The Coffee Story: Süeda Emir
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The Coffee Story: Süeda Emir

Süeda Emir is the youngest guest I have had on The Coffee Story so far, but that doesn’t in any way take away from her credibility. Süeda is currently pursuing Gastronomy and Culinary Arts. She was also a barista for almost three years and has successfully completed three SCA courses.

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