Latte Art Throwdown Recap
Last Saturday, we hosted our very first Latte Art Throw Down at our Roastery in Libertyville! We had an amazing turnout of baristas, home coffee enthusiasts, cafe folks, and community members all coming together to compete and celebrate the craft of latte art.
A huge thank you to our 32 competitors (what a turnout!), our judges, the Tala team, and everyone in our community who showed up to cheer, pour, and support. The night was such a wonderful reminder of the incredible coffee community we’re lucky to be a part of.
Thank you as well to our wonderful sponsors: Oatly, Prima Coffee, Synesso, Third Wave Water, Created Co., and Genuine Origin! These are all brands that we love and use daily in the shop, so it was great to have the opportunity to highlight them at the event. It wouldn’t have been possible without their support!
And if you missed this one, don’t worry! Our next community event is coming up on October 25th at our Winnetka location. We’re going to be hosting a costume party and ice cream social from 6-8 p.m. Stop by for some ice cream and an affogato (a one-day special just for the night!). We’d love to see you there!
Mike Michalak
Meet Michael, a suburban native with a passion for storytelling, art, and the outdoors. You’ll find him at the Winnetka café, often connecting with customers or sharing his love for music. When he’s not behind the bar, Michael enjoys hiking, backpacking, and biking—or relaxing with his favorite vinyl and a warm Miel.