Chester-based coffee educator Theo Ioannidis - founder of highly-regarded barista training company Theo’s Brews and author of Mastering Latte Art Principles - brings a passionate, hands-on and science-driven approach to the craft of creating the perfect cup.

Born in Greece, Theo studied dietetics and nutrition at undergraduate and masters level, before being seduced by the world of coffee. He has since garnered a reputation for excellence, both as a comprehensive source of information on the entire coffee-making process from bean to cup, and as a barista at some of Chester’s premier speciality coffee shops.

Under the brand Theo’s Brews, he now offers a range of bespoke, practical, jargon-free courses for a wide variety of clients, ranging from individual amateur enthusiasts to whole teams of coffee professionals.

From broad barista skills sessions covering bean selection, grind calibration, tamping pressure, extraction times, and milk steaming techniques, to focused Latte Art training that makes simple the complex mechanics behind the pretty pictures and patterns that novices chase, all courses are designed to foster a deep understanding of process and to imbed consistency in practice.

So whether you’re a home barista desperate to get the best out of your new machine, an ambitious individual starting out in the coffee industry, or a hospitality business owner looking to up-skill your team, Theo’s Brews provides expert training, advice and guidance, at home and on-site, to ensure that the next cup you pour will be better than the last.

Find out more about how Theo’s Brews can help you or your business, or simply reach out and connect using the links above.