I’ve been a barista on and off for the last 6-7 years and taken refresher courses through different roasters out of interest. A few of the trainers were pretty anal about somethings, primarily how to present the coffee to the guest. Teaspoon had on one side of the cup, handle to the right and latte art facing the guest.
I work elsewhere now, but the lead barista insists on the latte art facing the handle and it’s driving me insane lol. I did not realize this was a pet peeve of my mine until now, but every time I listen to them train a newbie I just want to scream “Turn the cup!”
Can anyone relate? Is the direction even important or have I been cursed by past mentors? Please weigh in (yikes, was that a dosing pun?)
by WMNLFG