MILAN – The London Coffee Festival opens today, April 20, through Sunday, April 23, at The Truman Brewery in east London. Now in its 11th year, the festival is set to be the biggest ever – more than 30,000 industry professionals and coffee lovers are expected to attend. There will be many coffee based activities to attend- from latte art masterclasses to specialty coffee tastings and barista tournaments.
For those who want to learn more about what is going on in the industry, there will be expert talks and lectures on a range of subjects including sustainability, consumer data and the science behind a hipster’s favourite drink.
The London Coffee Festival: Coffee Masters
Sit back, grab a coffee and watch the Coffee Masters flaunting their expertise on the Faema ‘President’ GTi. Judged by a panel of industry figureheads, the fast-paced knockout battle format will see 16 baristas showcase their skills across a broad range of disciplines, with a prize of £5000 on the bar, and the prestigious title of Coffee Masters champion, the stakes are high! Get ready to see the masters in action.
The Global Coffee School Live
Master the craft of coffee at Global Coffee School Live, brought to you by Sage, Beanz.com and Alpro. Experience unbeatable masterclasses and perfect every step of your home barista process, from bean to cup and everything in between. Learn how to ‘dial in’ with the pros, to pouring the perfect flat white, experts will guide you through your session. All money raised goes towards Project Waterfall, the LCF chosen charity, aimed at bringing clean water to the coffee-growing communities.
The Roasters Village ath The London Coffee Festival
La Marzocco’s Roasters Village is back! Delve straight into the specialty coffee scene and taste some of the very best single-origin coffees, all under one roof, pulling an exclusive mix of the continents’ best roasters into the buzz of The London Coffee Festival.-
The Tasting Room
Awaken your senses in The Tasting Room at this year’s LCF, in partnership with green bean traders, BELCO. Immerse yourself in interactive, multi-sensory workshops where you can try a little bit of everything… every single hour. Coffee, cocktails, wine and water are the key ingredients of The Tasting Room, an aptly named area dedicated to an exciting programme of tasting workshops. If you’re curious about new innovation in the Columbian harvest, or want to expand your tea IQ, The Tasting Room is for you.
The Lab (Industry)
Join a panel of industry figureheads to discuss game changing trends in our bustling coffee industry, from fascinating talking with The Allegra Group to the Future of Coffee Tech, there are exciting sessions to stimulate thought (as much as the delicious coffee). Proudly supported by Lavazza, The Lab line-up will equip you with the latest industry knowledge, cutting-edge trends and ready-to-action market insights to future proof your business.
The Sustainable Coffee Flight at The London Coffee Festival
Bring your reusable cup and celebrate sustainability at LCF. Not only will you be helping to reduce waste, but you can also sample coffee from some of LCF’s favourite sustainable brands! Grab your reusable cup and join our sustainable journey. So, what are you waiting for?
The Coffee Art Project
On your way to the main stage, make sure you stop by The Coffee Art Project. The Project is an exciting competition around interpretive themes of coffee and is one of the core fundraising initiatives of LCF’s chosen charity, Project Waterfall. The competition showcases the creativity and talents of emerging and established artists, while engaging a deep spirit of community among those who share a passion for great coffee.
Latte Art Live
Sometimes a latte art swan can have a larger ‘pecker’ than planned… Every latte artist has tried it. A naughtier milk creation than those served over the counter… now you can get a chance too. Every latte created within thefinal 15 minutes will be worth a donation to CoppaFeel!, the chosen breast cancer awareness charity.
