SATURDAY, APRIL 4TH we will be joined with a very special guest, Pete Licata. Pete’s coffee claim to fame is winning the 2013 World Barista Championship! Not only was he the only competitor from the USA in the competition at the time, he also hailed from our very own Kansas City back then, working for Parisi Coffee at that time.
Pete’s coach at this event was our very one Coffee Program and Vibe Manager - Holly Bastin! This very special Slow Bar with Pete will be held in the Public House @ PH Coffee - 2200 Lexington Ave, KCMO 64124. Each session is limited to 8 seats, so book your spot today!
THE DEETS: Please understand that space is limited. Once SOLD OUT we will compile a waiting list**. Seatings last two hours and are limited to 8 guests per seating. The forthcoming menu will include 5-6 drinks, as well as some bits and bites, provided by the PH Coffee food and baking team. Direct all questions to our coffee event manager holly@coffeeispeople.com
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For a little more about Pete - Currently residing in Melbourne, Australia, he and his wife, Masha, have launched their own coffee roasting company - Caffeine Control. Here is a bit more about their ethos in their own words:
At Caffeine Control Coffee, we believe great coffee should fit your lifestyle - not fight it. Whether you need a morning boost, steady energy without the crash, or a smooth, low-caffeine experience, we give you the power to enjoy coffee on your terms - without compromising on flavor.
We are Pete Licata, World Barista Champion (2013), and Maria Licata, an experienced coffee professional and competitor.
Pete is a former barista, quality control manager, and coffee competitor. Maria has worked across various café roles while competing in Coffee in Good Spirits, Cup Tasting, and Barista Championships. With a combined 30+ years in the coffee industry, we’ve dedicated our lives to coffee. Now, we’re doing something different.
Pete’s journey began behind the bar in Kansas City, evolving into a quality manager in Hawaii, where he gained extensive insights into coffee, from bean to cup. After winning the World Barista Championship in 2013, he trained baristas worldwide, developed industry innovations, and later led large-scale coffee programs in Melbourne. Through it all, he experienced the highs and lows of caffeine firsthand - energy spikes, crashes, and sleepless nights. It was time for a change.
Maria’s path took her from café work in Moscow to Kansas City to Melbourne. She found it difficult to simply cut out coffee with their first child, so when she became pregnant with their second child, Maria re-evaluated her caffeine intake, sparking a new perspective on coffee, health, and balance.
Together, we founded Caffeine Control Coffee with one goal: to give coffee lovers clarity on their caffeine intake and control over their energy levels, while still delivering an incredible coffee experience.
Whether you're cutting back, fine-tuning your caffeine intake, or exploring new ways to enjoy coffee, we’re here to help. Because great coffee should fuel your life while still letting you sleep at night!
**The event menu will be shared with participants, leading up to the event. Once tickets sell out, we will be creating a waitlist here.
Event Series Details: Other ways to join the Pete homecoming welcome wagon!
Thursday, April 2nd
Hosted by Thou Mayest Roasting Space
Caffeine Control Open House Tasting
1-4pm, Tasting at 2:30pm
3331 Terrace St
Friday, April 3rd
Hosted by Crows Coffee Waldo
Caffeine Control Bar Takeover
12-3pm
7440 Washington St
Saturday, April 4th
Hosted by PH Coffee
Caffeine Control Slow Bar
Reserved Seatings from 11-1 & 2-4
2200 Lexington Ave
Caffeine Control
Melbourne, Australia
SATURDAY, APRIL 4TH we will be joined with a very special guest, Pete Licata. Pete’s coffee claim to fame is winning the 2013 World Barista Championship! Not only was he the only competitor from the USA in the competition at the time, he also hailed from our very own Kansas City back then, working for Parisi Coffee at that time.
Pete’s coach at this event was our very one Coffee Program and Vibe Manager - Holly Bastin! This very special Slow Bar with Pete will be held in the Public House @ PH Coffee - 2200 Lexington Ave, KCMO 64124. Each session is limited to 8 seats, so book your spot today!
THE DEETS: Please understand that space is limited. Once SOLD OUT we will compile a waiting list**. Seatings last two hours and are limited to 8 guests per seating. The forthcoming menu will include 5-6 drinks, as well as some bits and bites, provided by the PH Coffee food and baking team. Direct all questions to our coffee event manager holly@coffeeispeople.com
_______________________________________________________________________
For a little more about Pete - Currently residing in Melbourne, Australia, he and his wife, Masha, have launched their own coffee roasting company - Caffeine Control. Here is a bit more about their ethos in their own words:
At Caffeine Control Coffee, we believe great coffee should fit your lifestyle - not fight it. Whether you need a morning boost, steady energy without the crash, or a smooth, low-caffeine experience, we give you the power to enjoy coffee on your terms - without compromising on flavor.
We are Pete Licata, World Barista Champion (2013), and Maria Licata, an experienced coffee professional and competitor.
Pete is a former barista, quality control manager, and coffee competitor. Maria has worked across various café roles while competing in Coffee in Good Spirits, Cup Tasting, and Barista Championships. With a combined 30+ years in the coffee industry, we’ve dedicated our lives to coffee. Now, we’re doing something different.
Pete’s journey began behind the bar in Kansas City, evolving into a quality manager in Hawaii, where he gained extensive insights into coffee, from bean to cup. After winning the World Barista Championship in 2013, he trained baristas worldwide, developed industry innovations, and later led large-scale coffee programs in Melbourne. Through it all, he experienced the highs and lows of caffeine firsthand - energy spikes, crashes, and sleepless nights. It was time for a change.
Maria’s path took her from café work in Moscow to Kansas City to Melbourne. She found it difficult to simply cut out coffee with their first child, so when she became pregnant with their second child, Maria re-evaluated her caffeine intake, sparking a new perspective on coffee, health, and balance.
Together, we founded Caffeine Control Coffee with one goal: to give coffee lovers clarity on their caffeine intake and control over their energy levels, while still delivering an incredible coffee experience.
Whether you're cutting back, fine-tuning your caffeine intake, or exploring new ways to enjoy coffee, we’re here to help. Because great coffee should fuel your life while still letting you sleep at night!
**The event menu will be shared with participants, leading up to the event. Once tickets sell out, we will be creating a waitlist here.
Event Series Details: Other ways to join the Pete homecoming welcome wagon!
Thursday, April 2nd
Hosted by Thou Mayest Roasting Space
Caffeine Control Open House Tasting
1-4pm, Tasting at 2:30pm
3331 Terrace St
Friday, April 3rd
Hosted by Crows Coffee Waldo
Caffeine Control Bar Takeover
12-3pm
7440 Washington St
Saturday, April 4th
Hosted by PH Coffee
Caffeine Control Slow Bar
Reserved Seatings from 11-1 & 2-4
2200 Lexington Ave
Caffeine Control
Melbourne, Australia
