THE CHAMPIONSHIPs 2019
Origins of the Championships
Arabic coffee (Gahwa) is integral to Arab hospitality, and the traditions associated with it represent a key element in the region’s heritage. Its preparation and serving comprise a symbolic act of generosity, marked by elaborate customs. Such is its significance to Arab culture, Gahwa was inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2015.
In view of its central role in the region, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi will pioneer the first Gahwa Championships in the UAE capital in December 2019. Building on the success of its Bait Al Gahwa initiative, which aims to document and protect Gahwa as an essential element of Emirati culture, the Championships will test the knowledge and practice of competitors from across the region in areas such as the heritage of Gahwa; bean selection and roasting; and Gahwa preparation and serving. The Championships will also feature categories specific to roasting as well as a beverage concept award.
CATEGORIES
The Championships will consist of five categories, all designed to test the knowledge and practice of participants in areas such as the heritage of Gahwa, bean selection and roasting, and preparation and serving. The Championships will also feature categories specific to roasting and a beverage concept award category.
SANE’ AL GAHWA CHAMPIONSHIP
SANE’ AL GAHWA CHAMPIONSHIP
LIGHT ROAST
Note: Full Rules & Regulations for Gahwa Championships 2019 will be shared with participants after initial selection phase.
SANE’ AL GAHWA CHAMPIONSHIP
MEDIUM / DARK ROAST
Note: Full Rules & Regulations for Gahwa Championships 2019 will be shared with participants after initial selection phase.
GAHWA ROASTER AWARD
GAHWA ROASTER AWARD
LIGHT ROAST
Note: Full Rules & Regulations for Gahwa Championships 2019 will be shared with participants after initial selection phase.
GAHWA ROASTER AWARD
MEDIUM / DARK ROAST
Note: Full Rules & Regulations for Gahwa Championships 2019 will be shared with participants after initial selection phase.
Gahwa Beverage Concept Award
GAHWA BEVERAGE CONCEPT AWARD
Note: Full Rules & Regulations for Gahwa Championships 2019 will be shared with participants after initial selection phase.
THE JUDGES
Abdulla Al Mheiri
United Arab Emirates
Abdulla Al Mheiri
Abdulla Khalfan Al Yammahi
United Arab Emirates
Abdulla Al Yammahi
Abdullah Bin Kulayb
Kigndom Of Saudi Arabia
Abdullah Bin Kulayb’s
Fatima Al Mughanni
United Arab Emirates
Fatima Al Mughanni
Khaled Al Saadi
United Arab Emirates
Khaled Al Saadi
Mohammed Al Sharhan
Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia
Mohammed Al Sharhan
Osamah Al-Awwam
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Osamah Al Awwam
Sara Al-Ali
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Sara Al-Ali
Tim Sturk
Canada/ UK
Tim Sturk's
Yaser Al Neyadi
United Arab Emirates
Yaser Al Neyadi
PARTNERS
VENUE
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre
The Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre is a highly accessible exhibition venue. Just 20 minutes by road from Abu Dhabi International Airport, ADEC is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi. It is also easily accessible by road from Dubai’s two major airports, being 90 minutes from Dubai International Airport and 60 minutes from Al Maktoum International Airport/Dubai World Central.
FAQ's
FAQs: General
The Championships will be part of SIAL Abu Dhabi 2019 – a major annual F&B and hospitality fair – which will be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC).
The Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre is a highly accessible exhibition venue. Just 20 minutes by road from Abu Dhabi International Airport, ADEC is located in the heart of Abu Dhabi. It is also easily accessible by road from Dubai’s two major airports, being 90 minutes from Dubai International Airport and 60 minutes from Al Maktoum International Airport/Dubai World Central.
Visitors to ADNEC may use either of the two on-site car parks, which together can accommodate up to 6,000 vehicles. Disabled parking spaces are also available, offering improved accessibility to the venue.
Opening hours are from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm on December 9–10; and 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on December 11.
Free internet access will be provided to visitors throughout the venue.
Yes, special access for people of determination will be provided at the entrance to the venue. Should further or more specific support be required, please notify the organisers prior to the event by email at: gahwachampionships@dctabudhabi.ae
You can get in touch with by visiting www.gahwachampionships.ae, emailing us at gahwachampionships@dctabudhabi.ae or calling us on +971 (0)505150131.
Entry to the event is free of charge; however, you must register as a visitor at the venue so please approach the registration desk.
The event is open to people of all ages; however, those under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
FAQs: Participants
Registration for competitors is now closed. Please enter your email below to receive news, information and updates regarding the Championships.
If you have applied for any of the categories the organizer will contact you by email or phone by 15 November 2019.
There is no minimum age for participants; however, all participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Free internet access will be provided to all participants throughout the venue.
Yes, special access for people of determination will be provided at the entrance to the venue. Should further or more specific support be required, kindly notify the organisers prior to the event.
You do not need to be a recognised gahwa specialist or practitioner to enter, but you will need to demonstrate a passion for this intrinsic Arab cultural heritage.
Yes, participants may compete in multiple categories.
Each category is evaluated differently. For example, Sane’ Al Gahwa categories evaluates participants on their knowledge of gahwa, bean selection and preparation, the roasting process or creativity in beverage preparation and design.