Chicago Intelligentsia Cookie Comp

These are some of my favorites from shooting at the Intelligentsia Cookie Comp held at the Broadway location on last week on 11.4.09

The night consisted of Matcha schots, expertly prepared by Mr. Jon Petto and Myself. Many thanks to Doug for bringing the goods. Then the latte art throw-down and siphon pot competition began. I had an absolute blast. Drank a some great beverage, had some pizza, played with coffee, took pictures, rode to a bar with everyone, and got lost on the way home. The evening was wonderful and I got to know some of the staff at the other shops. It is official however, Baristas drink too much :O)

I didn't do very well, but hell, I haven't poured a latte since the Chicago V.S. Milwaukee throw down this summer and that was the first time in nearly a year! The Broadway location swept house and Nicole Kirk won the throw-down and got a beautiful cookie belt. I think Jessy won the siphon pot competition but the latter part of the evening is a bit fuzzy.

There are many more photos, mostly of the competitors and onlookers here.

Thanks to Intelli for hosting a great evening. I can't wait till the next one. I think we need t-shirts at Broadway next time, maybe in pink? REPRESENT!