Join us at the illy caffè Flagship store in San Francisco in our new University of Coffee training room.
Take a journey around the world to discover the world’s finest Arabica beans found in the legendary illy blend. Discover the flavor profiles and distinct aromas found in each cup of illy MonoArabica™ Single origin coffees. Each coffee is paired with a food sample to highlight the distinct characteristics as a result of region-specific plant types, soil, altitude, rainfall and sun. Hone your taste buds and awaken your senses into the world of coffee connoisseurship.
With the purchase of each ticket you will receive a special gift from illy coffee to take home with you!
Your Professor:
Heidi Rasmussen, illycaffè Senior Manager of Education and Quality
With 25 years maintaining quality in the cup at illy, Heidi Rasmussen oversees the development and implementation of the company’s education, quality and training initiatives. Heidi’s career with illy began in 1992 when she joined the company in its Seattle office as a Technical Manager; she has also served as a Sales Manager and Quality Assurance Manager for illy in North America. Heidi’s coffee career began over 30 years-ago in Seattle as one of Starbucks first Baristas and trainer when it was a five store chain. Before joining illy, Heidi pioneered the way for women in the espresso business as a Service Manager for Visions Espresso Service, repairing and maintaining commercial espresso machines.
Join us at the illy caffè Flagship store in San Francisco in our new University of Coffee training room.
Take a journey around the world to discover the world’s finest Arabica beans found in the legendary illy blend. Discover the flavor profiles and distinct aromas found in each cup of illy MonoArabica™ Single origin coffees. Each coffee is paired with a food sample to highlight the distinct characteristics as a result of region-specific plant types, soil, altitude, rainfall and sun. Hone your taste buds and awaken your senses into the world of coffee connoisseurship.
With the purchase of each ticket you will receive a special gift from illy coffee to take home with you!
Your Professor:
Heidi Rasmussen, illycaffè Senior Manager of Education and Quality
With 25 years maintaining quality in the cup at illy, Heidi Rasmussen oversees the development and implementation of the company’s education, quality and training initiatives. Heidi’s career with illy began in 1992 when she joined the company in its Seattle office as a Technical Manager; she has also served as a Sales Manager and Quality Assurance Manager for illy in North America. Heidi’s coffee career began over 30 years-ago in Seattle as one of Starbucks first Baristas and trainer when it was a five store chain. Before joining illy, Heidi pioneered the way for women in the espresso business as a Service Manager for Visions Espresso Service, repairing and maintaining commercial espresso machines.
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