This year, achieving 3rd place in #mfnzbc2017 has exceeded expectations. I'm humbled by the result, cheerful for the outcome, and grateful for everyone involved in this journey. Thank you all volunteers, event organisers/hosts, judges, and sponsors for making #mfnzbc2017 extraordinary experience for all: @meadowfreshforcafes @amcroasterysupply @acmeandco @cafettoglobal @pullmanespresso @atomiccoffeeroasters @castawayfoodpackaging_nz @laffare @nzspeccoffee Massive special shout out to Lady @truckeeeemmmma the hardest working individual ever and specialty coffee legend and her team for pulling this one off wonderfully. Big congratulations to all finalists @casserly3 @miketan_meebzcoffee @nara8735 @issacyu88, and specifically @dove_chen from @greystkitchen for taking out 1st place. Hands down you are a champion with a big heart, dedication and masterful craft. No doubt you will represent NZ well and knock out giants in WBC in Seoul, Korea in November. Thank you, Steve and Saskia from @redrabbitcoffeeco for supporting Frank's from day 1. Your vision and dedication to your craft is inspiring and your knowledge and skills in roasting is proven yet again this year by bringing the best out of Yirgacheffe. Thank you @franks_coffee #teamFrank for believing in the vision, all your dedication and hard work to make this outstanding results possible #bestteamever Thank you everyone who contributed their time and precious evening to participate in tasting. @kylorhall @ashtonlindsay9 @nickdavidsonz @simiananderson @sophia.rose.m Michael Parreno @62robbarton @joski_whyle @jono.reid @juliannlum @danwhitfieldnz Charles, Charlie, Frans, Mark, Nick, Laura, Jess, Justin and many more. Your poker faces came through well and made the #bestjudgingtableever Thank you @zanyzeus for producing natural process organic milk, @bluefrogbreakfast zesty orange syrup and #omahuvalley lemon cinnamon syrup. Thank you friends that stick closer than brothers and sisters, and give help without hesitation. Special mentions to @lukemelhop @davidmeszaros @nataliemeszaros Gerard Dombroski @thecoletrane @sarahkstephen. You guys rock! Thank you mum and family. Thank God for making me who I am today.