For the third time, Abu Dhabi-based Filipino barista Mondrick Alpas was named the UAE National Latte Art Champion. His wins in 2021, 2024, and 2025 cement him as one of the UAE\u2019s top coffee artisans.<\/p>\n
The national competition, which celebrates innovation, collaboration, and industry prospects, was held on Feb. 10 to 12 at the Dubai World Trade Centre during the World of Coffee Dubai exhibition.<\/p>\n
Drawing a record-breaking 17,000 visitors, the competition showcased the creativity, precision, and craftsmanship of coffee professionals like Alpas.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis year has genuinely made me cry of happiness,\u201d said Alpas in his post, mentioning his fellow baristas Jhomar Morales and Kerwin Alcoriza, who came in second and third places, respectively.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt brings me immense joy to share the stage with such extraordinary baristas, many of whom took a break from competition but have returned even stronger this year.\u201d<\/p>\n
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