On the subject of coffee and baristas – Vanuatu will host the first international Barista competition in the South Pacific islands at the end of next month. The barista competition will coincide with Vanuatu’s 2007 national Salon Culinaire where both the Australian and Fijian Culinary Olympic teams visit the island nation. Chefs of the Australian Culinary Olympic team will prepare their Olympic menu for a gala six-course gourmet dinner. Fast earning a reputation as the gourmet capital of the South Pacific, Port Vila is home to a range of fine dining experiences and good coffee is always a key feature. The aim of the barista competition is to showcase the café life of Port Vila to international baristas and visitors as well as encouraging Vanuatu’s up-and-coming baristas. Organisers have created an independent website, www.baristavanuatu.com and all information including accommodation packages and event details can be sourced from the web.
Sep 20
