Name: Leandro Cervantes
Cafe: Al Yasra – Makani Training Coffee Training Center
Title: Business Development Manager
QUICK SPILL
My Coffee: Americano
My Equipment: Traditional Coffee Machines
Most overused ingredient: Blend Coffee Beans
Favorite Coffee Destination: Coffee Roasteries and Laboratories
Favorite Coffee Gadget: Mazzer Luigi Grinders
Why did you become a barista/involved in the world of coffee?
It’s a journey from barista to management to becoming a coffee ambassador.
What’s the best part of the job? Which part is the worst?
The best part is providing the perfect cup makes you a part of someone else’s day.
What makes a regular cup of coffee amazing?
It’s amazing how a small amount of liquid can kick start a day so well!
How much coffee do you drink in a day?
About four cups.
What do you do for fun?
Movies for sure. Also, I do play online games like PUBG and Ragnarok to name a few.
How do you deal with challenging customers?
I make an effort to better understand what their taste profile is.
If you weren’t a barista or in the coffee business, what would you like to be?
A baker and in the bread business.
What’s your favorite treat to have with your coffee?
Almond biscotti.
Featured image by bazaar Studios.