DUBLIN, IRELAND (April 2, 2012) – A request for proposals to host the 2013 World Barista Championship, 2013 World Brewers Cup, 2013 World Cup Tasters Championship, or 2013 Cezve/Ibrik Championship is now available on the World Coffee Events (WCE) website at http://www.worldcoffeeevents.org.

“World Coffee Events competitions receive worldwide attention and draw thousands of visitors each year,” commented Cindy Ludviksen, Managing Director of WCE.  “Hosting a WCE championship is an exciting way to increase visitor traffic and closely associate any exhibition or host city with the competitive pursuit for coffee excellence.”

Host cities or event organizers meeting criteria outlined in the RFP documents are requested to tender submissions no later than May 4, 2012. Winning bidders will be notified by June 2012.

Hosting Guidelines:

2013 World Barista Championship

2013 World Brewers Cup

2013 World Cup Tasters

2013 Cezve/ Ibrik Championship