»Music for Saturday July 31: SmallTown Heroes
New Grass, Americana
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»Scott Conary, co-owner of Caffe Driade, will be a Head Judge at the World Barista Championship Competition, held in London, England, from June 23rd to 25th
Mr. Conary is a World Barista Certified Judge for Regional, National and World Barista competitions, having passed multi-day certification procedures and testing.
Mr. Conary is the current Chair of the Specialty Coffee Association of Americas (SCAA) U.S. Barista Competition Committee, as well as an SCAA Accredited Instructor in Espresso technique, Coffee Cupping & Sensory Evaluation. He is currently on the WBC Training Committee, responsible for training judges at National Competitions around the world.
Watch it live at : www.worldbaristachampionship.com
With the time difference, the hours of the competition are from 1am - 11am EST
»Carrboro Coffee Roasters take part in the Grounds for Health Online Coffee Auction
Carrboro Coffee Roasters helped out the Grounds for Health Online Auction by buying exceptional coffee that was donated for this cause.
Auction info can be found at: http://auction.groundsforhealth.org/
The Grounds for Health Coffee Auction rallies the coffee community to support women’s health services in coffee-growing countries. 100% of the proceeds from this event go directly to support Grounds for Health programs at coffee growing origin.
From producers to roasters, importers to retailers, this event brings together the coffee industry in a powerful way for positive change.
Swing by the Open Eye Cafe, Caffe Driade or one of the many superb clients of Carrboro Coffee Roasters to check out the selection!
»Scott Conary, Owner of Caffe Driade & Carrboro Coffee Roastery, will travel to Honduras to Judge the countrys finest coffee thru the Cup of Excellence Program.
An International Coffee Judge, Trainer & Cupper, Scott has been invited to travel to Marcala, Honduras from Carrboro, NC to take part in the evaluation of the countrys finest coffees, thru the Cup of Excellence Program, to be held May 17-21, 2010.
The Cup of Excellence Program is unparalleled in its ability to highlight the best coffee a country has to offer, and represents the 5 major coffee growing regions of Honduras. "It is an honor to have been asked to help with this important task of promoting the best coffees Honduras produces, and allowing the world to see their value...a value that in turn supports the farmers that grew these amazing coffees", Mr. Conary states.
Mr. Conary purchased 2 lots of the 2009 Cup of Excellence from Honduras, and considers this a fantastic way to not only promote transparency in the buying chain, but also a way to develop relationships with the growers in a more direct manner. The Cup of Excellence is the most esteemed award given out for top coffees, derived from a strict competition that selects the very best coffee produced in that country, for that particular year.
These winning coffees are chosen by a select group of national and international cuppers. The Cup of Excellence program builds the bridge between the high quality farmer, the high quality trade and eventually the consumer who finds coffees he truly loves and at the same time knows that the farmer has been well compensated & supported.
http://www.cupofexcellence.org/WhatisCOE/Introduction/tabid/147/Default.aspx
»Caffe Driade Owner, Scott Conary, World Barista Certified Judge, will Judge at the 2010 Honduras National Barista Championship In San Pedro Sula, May 5-7th.
Featuring the Countries most talented Barista's who are competing to be the Honduras National Champion and represent their Country at the World Barista Championship (WBC), held in London, UK in June.
»Michael Harwood of Caffe Driade, wins the latest installment of the RDU Latte Art Comp in Chapel Hill!
Great showing by Amelia Roberts in her first Competition, and from Miles Murray, Open Eye Cafe.
»Caffe Driade Owner, Scott Conary, Chair of the SCAA USBC-HJ Committee, acted as Head Judge at the 2010 U.S. Barista Championship In Anaheim, April 15-18th.
The United Stated Barista Competition; held in conjuntion with the SCAA Annual Convention in Anaheim, CA; Featured some of the Countries most talented Barista's who competed to be National Champion and represent the U.S. at the World Barista Championship (WBC), held in London, UK in June.
www.usbaristachampionship.org & www.worldbaristachampionship.com
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»First thru Third sweep by Carrboro Coffee Roaster-trained Barista's at January 2010 Regional latte Art Competition!!!
Caffe Driade Barista, Michael Harwood wins 4th Regional Latte Art Competition, with Driade Barista Mark Daumen coming in 2nd, followed closely by Open Eye Cafe Barista Miles Murray!!! Way to go guys!
Thanks to everyone who came out and represented & supported...
»Miles Murray of Open Eye Cafe wins December installment of Latte Art Competition
Carrboro Coffee Roaster competitors swept the event with 2nd place by Caffe Driade's Michael Harwood & 3rd place by Open Eye Cafe's Ryan Ross!! Mark Daumen from Caffe Driade had a strong performance, and hopefully we will see more of his skill at future events.
»Caffe Driade & Carrboro Coffee Roastery Owner, Scott Conary to Train judges & act as Head Judge at the Nicaraguan National Barista Championship
National Barista Championship In Nicaragua
November 19-22nd, 2009.
The Competition takes place during the Coffee Fest Convention, held at the Mall Galleries Santo Domingo, in the capital city of Managua.
http://www.acen.org.ni/
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»First thru Third sweep by Carrboro Coffee Roaster-trained Barista's at Regional latte Art Competition!!!
Mile Murray from Open Eye Cafe wins October's Regional Latte Art Competition !
Caffe Driade Barista, Michael Harwood finishes 2nd , with Open Eye's Ryan Ross coming in 3rd! Head into the Caffe for your award winning drink!
»Caffe Driade Owner, Scott Conary, to Train judges & act
as Head Judge at the Inaugural
United Arab Emirates Barista Championship In Dubai.
November 10-12th, 2009
Caffe Driade Owner, Scott Conary, to Train judges & act as Head Judge at the Inaugural
United Arab Emirates Barista Championship In Dubai.
November 10-12th, 2009
At the Specialty Coffee & Tea Convention
November 10 - 12, 2009 | Dubai, UAE
this exciting new exhibition, the three-day convention, will feature the 1st UAE Barista Championship and well-targeted educational sessions to help participants in the Arab region and beyond.
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»Caffe Driade Barista Michael Harwood wins third Regional Latte Art Competition.
»NC Magazine GARDEN & GUN Visits Caffe Driade
New Magazine GARDEN & GUN says Caffe Driade is - "Where Chapel Hill's Best Coffee is Served...."
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»Caffe Driade featured in NC Signature Magazine January/February 2009 Issue!
NC Signature has written a great piece on Caffe Driade. Find it in the 'Get-Aways' section on page 62 of the Jan/Feb month's issue. Beatiful pics in a 4 page spread! If you missed the issue, you can see the pics and writing on the wall at the Caffe, as you head toward the backroom.
»Caffe Driade Barista Michael Harwood wins Durhams first Latte Art Competition
An amazing turnout at the first ever Latte Art Rumble. There were a total of 14 competitors throwing down some incredible latte art designs. Baristas from Helios, Joe Van Gogh, Open Eye Cafe, La Farm Bakery, Caffe Driade, Morning Times, Bean Traders and Counter Culture Coffee.
14 baristas enter only one barista leaves with the pot: $63.00 and a nice prize package of three different espressos and a lovely Los Luchadores T-Shirt.
Michael Harwood from Caffe Driade in Chapel Hill won with a balanced symmetrically-color infused rosetta. WAY TO GO MICHAEL! Tracy from Joe Van Gogh was not far behind with a rosetta with a heart on top. All in all it was a colossal event with some of the Triangle’s heavy hitters! What a great community of baristas.
Speaking of applause; BIG shout out to Homeland Creamery who provided us with milk, Copa Vida (Christine and Marie are awesome). Hats off to Lem Butler for organizing and running the event.
»OWNER OF CAFFE DRIADE TO A HEAD JUDGE AT THE WORLD BARISTA COMPETITION
Carrboro/Chapel Hill, NC – Local World Barista Certified (WBC) coffee professional, Scott Conary has judged the World Competition after having passed the intense 2 day certification course. Scott is one of only 7 judges from the U.S. to have passed the certification class, and the only judge from NC.
45 total judges passed the certification from 5 classes held around the world, to be the most accomplished and tested judging pool the competition has seen since its 2000 creation.
Certification courses were held in Guatemala City, Guatemala; Long Beach CA, USA; Melbourne, Australia; Stockholm, Sweden; & Nairobi, Kenya.
WBC took place 4/16-19 at the World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA, during the Specialty Coffee Association of America’s (SCAA) Annual Convention; the largest gathering of coffee professionals in the U.S.
Scott has been active in judging these coffee competitions since 2003 where he judged the first Southeast Regional Competition that took place in Southern Season’s cooking classroom in Chapel Hill.
Scott has been a WBC judge for the last three years: Berne, Switzerland in 2007; Tokyo, Japan in 2008 where he served as a Head Judge; and Copenhagen, Denmark in 2008; making this years Championship in Atlanta his 4th.
He has also served as a Judge for the Guatemalan, Canadian & Honduran National Barista Competitions in 2007 & 2008, as well as being a current member of the SCAA United Stated Barista Competition (USBC) Committee.
All Barista competitions worldwide reward demonstrated excellence in the art and skill of preparing and serving espresso. Entrants must make 12 beverages, including four espressos, four cappuccinos and four original signature drinks of their own creation, within 15 minutes in front of a panel of accomplished & certified industry judges. Competitors are based on taste, beverage presentation, technical skills, coffee knowledge and passion, and overall impression.
Catch the CNN coverage of the event here:
http://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/us/2009/04/20/barista.battle.cnn
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»Honduran National Barista Champion; that Trained at Carrboro Coffee Company & Caffe Driade to prepare for World Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark; Finished 15th in the World!
Ana Lucía Lardizábal de Hawit, The Honduran Barista Champion, visited Chapel Hill & Carrboro for a week in May to train with International Barista Judge & Trainer Scott Conary. Mr. Conary is the owner of Caffe Driade & Carrboro Coffee Company; Chapel Hill/Carrboro's only Coffee Roaster. Mrs. Hawit went on to place a phenominal 15th overall in this World Competition that included 51 other countries representing (more than are represented in World Cup Soccer). She also had the honor of being the highest placing representative of all Central American Countries despite this being Honduras's first attempt at competing on the World stage.
»New Offering : Kelley G Cupcakes! Organic & Vegan selections!
Designed and baked locally, Kelley G Cupcakes are the perfect sweet indulgence for enjoying on the run, taking time to savor or sharing with family & friends. Every cupcake is baked localy in small batches using all natural & organic ingredients to ensure superior quality and flavor. A range of flavor combinations will be available, currently on weekends only, so get yours quick!
»Caffe Driade Owner
Represents the U.S. as a Head Judge at the
World Barista Competition in Tokyo, Japan.
“An amazing multicultural gathering of the most talented & passionate professionals in the coffee industry…”
Scott Conary, co-owner of Caffe Driade & the Carrboro Coffee Company (Chapel Hill & Carrboro’s only coffee roasting company), was chosen as a Head Judge for this World Competition after having served as Sensory & Technical Judge at last years competition in Berne, Switzerland.
Mr. Conary is a certified judge for Regional, National and World Barista competitions, having passed multi-day certification procedures and testing. Mr. Conary is a current member of the SCAA’s U.S. Barista Competition Committee, as well as an SCAA Certified Instructor in Espresso technique, Coffee Cupping & Sensory Evaluation.
“This year over 45 countries sent their National Barista Champions to compete for the ‘Worlds-Best’ spot. The level of passion and technical ability was the highest we have seen yet. It was truly inspiring to be surrounded by so many focused, culinary professionals whose main interest is in raising the level of quality and awareness in the coffee industry”, stated Mr. Conary.
The World Barista Competition (WBC) encourages and recognizes professional achievement in the art and skill of espresso preparation and service. WBC competitors must prepare and serve 12 coffee beverages, including four espressos, four cappuccinos and four original signature drinks of their own creation within a 15 minute timeframe. The judges evaluated the entrants on station cleanliness, taste, beverage presentation, technical skills and total impression.
»Caffe Driade Gift Cards / Customer accounts
These re-chargable cards are linked to an account so that they can be used over and over and speed up transactions...never fear that you remembered to bring cash!
They can be setup as generic gift cards or for a specific person, for any amount (minimum $5).
In oder to re-charge the account, customer contact info will be needed, but not shared outside the Cafe.
»Serving coffee, roasted daily, from Chapel Hill / Carrboro's only artisan roaster, Carrboro Coffee Company
Small batches, roasted fresh every day ensure you get only the freshest, most cared for coffee around. Roasted in Carrboro! It doesn't get more local!
»Caffe Driade wins the prestigious TOPS award 2003, for excellence in Specialty Coffee Retail for the Third year in a row!
The award is given by the SCAA (Specialty Coffee Association of America) to those retailers who are providing excellence in Specialty coffee. Caffe Driade is one of 33 retailers to be awarded in the U.S. (and England & Australia...and apparently Kuwait!).
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»CitySearch rates poll Caffé Driade among the Triangle's Best Cups of Coffee
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»Detours Checks out Caffé Driade. And likes it!
"Off the beaten path, but well worth the trip, Caffé Driade has a wide selection of coffee and tea, beer and wine, pastries, and cigars."
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