Coffee Fest New York 2026 Schedule
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Meet at RegistrationLed by Anita Tam, owner and founder of Slow Pour Supply, this workshop teaches the essentials of brewing coffee using the pour-over method. Using equipment consistent with contemporary roast profiles, ...
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1A04Altitude is one of the most influential factors in shaping a coffee’s flavor, sweetness, and complexity. In this session, Joseph Stazzone, President of Café Kreyol, unpacks the science and nuance behi ...
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Cupping CornerThis beginner-friendly course introduces the fundamentals of cupping, the coffee industry’s standard for evaluating coffee quality. You'll learn what cupping is, why it’s used across various sectors o ...
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1A02In this session we will go over the business side of your business. While numbers can be confusing, they are critical to your success. Topics will include: how to have a healthy business, metrics you ...
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Latte Art VenueTaught by our Latte Art World Championship Open (LAWCO) judges, this 3-hour small-group workshop offers intensive instruction on the core techniques of crafting espresso-based beverages. You'll receiv ...
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1A03This 45-minute lecture provides aspiring and new coffee shop owners with a comprehensive overview of the challenges and opportunities that arise during the first year of business. From creating a succ ...
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1A04Begin your seed-to-cup education with a full-scope look at how coffee travels from farm to final cup. This session provides a foundational map of the global coffee supply chain, including key players ...
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1A03Join Monin Gourmet Flavorings as we uncover the formats and ideas shaping 2026 menus, including emerging flavors designed to stand out in today’s visually driven, share-worthy world. Whether you're a ...
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1A02Most coffee shops want to be “third places” where community thrives, but few understand how to intentionally design spaces and experiences that foster genuine human connection. This talk draws from Fr ...
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1A02Learn the 13 costly mistakes coffee shop tenants make negotiating their first lease or renewal. How to negotiate for the maximum free rent period, tenant allowance, lower rent, and no deposit or pers ...
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1A04From sourcing to service, coffee culture is evolving at a rapid pace - driven by shifting consumer values, global sustainability goals, and groundbreaking innovations. This session explores the future ...
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1A03You’re probably doing scheduling, writing training docs, updating checklists, and answering the same staff and customer questions — all after you’ve already worked a full day (or more). This session c ...
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Cupping CornerEste taller de cata se realizará en español - una oportunidad para catar y compartir en nuestro idioma. Este curso introductorio te enseñará los fundamentos de la cata de café, el método estándar de l ...
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Conversation CornerServing great coffee once is easy — keeping it that way every day takes structure, training, and a little obsession. This panel brings together café leaders who’ve built systems to maintain exceptiona ...
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1A03Forget follower counts and viral videos... what if your social media strategy actually brought people through the door? In this refreshingly honest workshop, Jeremy Lyman of Birch Coffee and @coffeedo ...
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1A02Baristas are the heartbeat of every cafe but too often, their needs are overlooked in the rush of daily operations. This workshop is designed for cafe owners, managers, and head baristas who want to c ...
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Conversation CornerCoffee connects cultures worldwide, but inequities continue to shape the experiences of BIPOC professionals in the industry today. This panel brings together owners, managers, and employees to share ...
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Cupping CornerDo you really know what “washed,” “natural,” and “honey” mean—and how they differ from newer terms like anaerobic, carbonic maceration, or double fermentation? In today’s rapidly evolving coffee lands ...
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1A04Just opened a coffee shop, getting ready to open or thinking about opening a coffee shop? Mark Calhoun and Jim Starcev of PerfectCube will share their experience developed from running retail stores a ...
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1A02One of the biggest struggles coffee shop owners face is hiring. In this one hour workshop, Jean Brillman, owner of White Horse Coffee & Creamery, will guide participants through the essential steps in ...
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1A03Make more money from the sales you already have - This session is for owners who already understand cost of goods sold (COGS) and want to go beyond the basics. We’ll walk step-by-step through how to a ...
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Conversation CornerWhether your shop is in a small town, suburb or major metropolitian area, come to Specialty Coffee Success No Matter the Size of Your City at the Conversation Corner to get some tips, expert advice, a ...
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Latte Art VenueThe new era of latte art competition began in Los Angeles 2025, and continues in New York 2026. As the second Official Competition under the updated format, this high-stakes event will feature 64 elit ...
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Conversation CornerOne year after their original panel at Coffee Fest New York 2025, Howard Chang (Shared Roasting), Tom Bomford (Black Fox), and Chi Sum (Coffee Project) return for a follow-up conversation with Sylwia ...
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Cupping CornerExplore the incredible diversity of coffees grown across the Americas, from the nutty and chocolatey flavors of Brazil to the vibrant, fruity profiles of Colombia and the complex nuances of Honduras a ...
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Conversation CornerThe coffee shop experience is constantly evolving, driven by changing customer expectations, advances in equipment, and emerging business models. For current and aspiring coffee professionals, staying ...
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1A02Placing an espresso machine isn’t just about counter space - it’s about setting your café up for smooth operations, service flow, and long-term equipment performance. This session walks through key co ...
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Conversation Corner"We've made these mistakes so you don't have to!" Join a panel of seasoned industry experts who’ve seen it all - from the chaos of delayed build-outs to the perils of hiring family. Through hard-won l ...
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Cupping CornerAsia is home to some of the fastest-growing and most exciting coffee-producing regions in the world. From the earthy, full-bodied coffees of Indonesia to the rich, nutty flavors of India and the intri ...
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Latte Art VenueReady to pour your first heart? This beginner-level workshop introduces budding baristas to the building blocks of free pour latte art. Taught by judges from LAWCO (Latte Art World Championship Open), ...
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Cupping CornerEvaluating coffee’s sensorial qualities is a skill that one develops over time, but just how does one begin to develop these skills? In this workshop, you will learn the basic theory behind taste and ...
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Tech LabJoin one of Synesso's senior technicians for an in-depth training designed to elevate your espresso machine installation skills. This session will provide essential knowledge and practical guidance to ...
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1A02Your menu is probably carrying heroes, dead weight, and a couple drinks that actively lose you money. In this session, we’ll walk through how to use the sales data you already have to identify which d ...
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1A03Signature drinks provide an excellent opportunity to build profitability, brand identity and customer loyalty. This seminar will help get your wheels turning on how to develop these beverages, looking ...
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1A04Delve into the critical processing stage at origin and learn how coffee’s flavor potential is shaped before it ever reaches your roaster. From washed and natural to honey and experimental methods, thi ...
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1A02What does the future look like in the business of coffee? What established trends will continue (hint: digital ordering), what new trends are emerging and what will have less of an impact on your busi ...
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1A03In today’s fast-shifting landscape, coffee is no longer just about roast profiles and origin stories - it’s about adapting to why consumers drink it, how they engage with it across dayparts, and what ...
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1A04Behind every great roast is a world of chemical engineering - energy transfer, heat flow, entropy, molecular shifts, and the controlled chaos that transforms a coffee seed into a sensory experience. I ...
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Cupping CornerA small-group cupping that helps cafe owners and managers reconnect with flavor and learn to communicate it in ways customers understand. Participants will taste coffees from different origins, explor ...
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Latte Art VenueBarista Workflow and Efficiency is an interactive 60-minute workshop crafted for baristas, managers, and cafe owners eager to build a faster, smoother coffee bar operation. This class dives deep into ...
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Conversation CornerKeeping espresso equipment running smoothly isn’t just good practice - it protects your profits. In this session hosted by Barista Magazine, seasoned technician Double J from Black Rabbit Service Co. ...
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1A04Ready to maximize your profitability? In this session we'll do a deep dive into 3 of the most important areas of your business and where we get the most questions: How to set & monitor prices. Whethe ...
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1A02Coffee businesses can only be great if they have great people policies. With a rapidly changing employment landscape presenting constant challenges in compliance and managing employees with diverse ex ...
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Latte Art VenueAlternative milks have gone from a popular trend to absolute necessity in the past few years, and their unstoppable rise has resulted in many barista designed dairy milk alternatives that are easily s ...
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Conversation CornerYour brand is more than just a logo - it’s the personality, story, and experience that keep customers coming back. In this panel, industry experts will dive into what makes a coffee brand truly memora ...
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Conversation CornerIn a saturated market, one way coffeeshops can stand out is by creating unique and interesting rotating beverages for their seasonal menus. From coffee cocktails through to flavored cold brew, coffee ...
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Cupping CornerBlending coffee is both a science and an art. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore how individual coffees interact to create balance, complexity, and consistency in the cup. Working in small team ...
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1A03Opening your shop soon and trying to make sure people actually show up, your team is ready, and your menu will make money? In this session, Allison and Jason DeVelvis, two of the owners of Family Room ...
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1A02People are needed to run a coffee shop but you're going to need the right people to run a successful one. Far too often, coffee shop owners and managers will find themselves in dire need of employees, ...
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Conversation CornerJoin Roast Magazine and a panel of local leaders in the roasting world for a panel discussion on the hot topics surrounding the industry today. Hear from local roasters and business owners and get the ...
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Latte Art VenueThe new era of latte art competition began in Los Angeles 2025, and continues in New York 2026. As the second Official Competition under the updated format, this high-stakes event will feature 64 elit ...
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Conversation CornerStarting any coffee business comes with a steep learning curve. In this panel discussion, local café owners and brand founders share what they’ve learned from the ground up – from early missteps to tu ...
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Cupping CornerThis sensory session guides participants through a curated cupping flight that follows coffee through time—from its earliest traditions at origin to its modern expressions shaped by engineering, cultu ...
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1A03Marketing your coffee shop doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or out of reach. In this session, we’ll strip away the jargon and focus on straightforward strategies that actually work. Whether you’re ju ...
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1A02Your team is the heartbeat of your business - and managing labor effectively is key to both your bottom line and your store culture. In this session led by PerfectCube, you'll discover actionable stra ...
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Latte Art VenueNew to espresso or still building your confidence on bar? This hands-on, small-group workshop will walk you through the essential steps of dialing in for a balanced, flavorful shot. Designed for begin ...
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Meet at RegistrationLed by Anita Tam, owner and founder of Slow Pour Supply, this workshop teaches the essentials of brewing coffee using the pour-over method. Using equipment consistent with contemporary roast profiles, ...
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Cupping CornerThis beginner-friendly course introduces the fundamentals of cupping, the coffee industry’s standard for evaluating coffee quality. You'll learn what cupping is, why it’s used across various sectors o ...
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Tech LabJoin us in the Tech Lab for a hands-on introduction to grinder fundamentals. This workshop covers how grind size impacts flavor, how to dial in for different brew methods, and how to troubleshoot inco ...
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1A04Coffee doesn’t just arrive at your door - it travels a complex route involving grading, documentation, and global logistics. This session breaks down how green coffee moves across borders, who ensures ...
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1A03Customer service is what can either set your business apart or do your business. It's also not simply about that charming smile or sharp wit, it's about so many underlying concepts. While most people ...
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1A02The future of coffee depends not only on the market and business but also on great, passionate people to lead it. In this session, Amy Counce, founder of Nexus Coffee Roasters, shares how building a p ...
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Latte Art VenueTaught by our Latte Art World Championship Open (LAWCO) judges, this 3-hour small-group workshop offers intensive instruction on the core techniques of crafting espresso-based beverages. You'll receiv ...
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1A04This session focuses on common intellectual property mistakes that coffee businesses may accidentally make when starting their operations, building their brands, or expanding into new ventures or fran ...
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1A02Wondering how to set & adjust your prices or arrange your menu? Mark Calhoun and Jim Starcev of PerfectCube discuss optimal ways to determine your prices, increase your prices and make your menu work ...
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1A03Behind every great café experience is more than great coffee — it’s consistent training and clear systems. Whether you’re building from scratch or refining current processes, this session offers pract ...
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Conversation CornerDive into an engaging panel discussion with seasoned entrepreneurs and discover the diverse arsenal of marketing techniques utilized by these industry leaders. From leveraging social media platforms l ...
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1A02Ready to maximize your profitability? In this session, we'll do a deep dive into 4 of the most important areas of your business: Sales, COGS, Inventory, and Waste. We'll talk about and show examples o ...
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Conversation CornerKnow how to make a great espresso, but not sure what sort of food your cafe should serve? An expert in latte art, but confused what types of pastries are on trend this year? Join this panel discussion ...
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1A03In today’s social media-driven world, a cafes reputation can shift overnight. From leadership accountability to customer complaints, how you respond can make or break your brand. This workshop equips ...
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Cupping CornerFrom co-ferments to infused lots, coffee processing is entering a bold new era—one that’s redefining how we think about flavor, quality, and innovation. In this tasting-focused workshop, you’ll explor ...
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Conversation CornerSustainability is a complex and ever-evolving topic in the coffee industry, touching every stage of the supply chain - from farming and sourcing to roasting, packaging, and café operations. This panel ...
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The Origins LoungeIf you've come to Coffee Fest because you're looking to get into the business or really dig into how to open a coffee shop all your own, this is an essential class. Knowing what steps to take can seem ...
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Conversation CornerEste panel, realizado en español, se adentra en el mundo del café de especialidad, explorando sus características únicas y lo que lo distingue de los cafés comunes. Debatiremos la pregunta: ¿Es el caf ...
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1A03A great cup of coffee gets customers in the door, but a strong brand strategy keeps them coming back. In today’s competitive market, cafés need more than good beans and latte art — they need a clear s ...
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Latte Art VenueThe new era of latte art competition began in Los Angeles 2025, and continues in New York 2026. As the second Official Competition under the updated format, this high-stakes event will feature 64 elit ...
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Cupping CornerAfrica is widely regarded as the cradle of coffee, offering some of the most dynamic and sought-after flavors in the world. From Ethiopia’s bright, floral profiles to the fruity, wine-like notes of Bu ...
