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The vibrant cafe culture of Melbourne, Australia, is obvious as soon as you step foot on any of its bustling streets. Neighborhood java joints dot the cityscape and "best of" lists are endlessly aiming to name one cafe the greatest in the city.
The Melbourne International Coffee Expo draws together the nation's best baristas, cafe owners, roasters and traders hoping to share tips on how to maintain the Land Down Under's pristine reputation as the home of some of the world's best espresso makers. When you're on locum tenens assignment in the country, make sure to sample cappuccinos, lattes and classic cups of joe from a variety of cafes, or even take your own barista course at Melbourne's Espresso School.
Situated on Bond Street, the school caters to home baristas and coffee enthusiasts through basic introductory courses or advanced lessons on the art of crafting the perfect latte. The experienced educators can even visit you in your home to make waking up in the morning that much more enjoyable before venturing out into the wilderness of the Outback.
After learning the basics, you can compare your skills to those of celebrated baristas at the cool and cozy Seven Seeds, altruistic Kinfolk cafe or the veggie-loving Monk Bodhi Dharma.