The Connoisseur Coffee Course is for home coffee drinkers wanting to know more about enjoying the best possible coffee, whether they use a plunger or drive the latest espresso machine.

In the Connoisseur Coffee Course we look at:

• The origins of coffee and coffee care - learn about where coffee comes from, roasting and blending techniques, the packaging of coffee and the maintenance and storage of coffee
• Learn the coffee basics - from the technical definitions of espresso, to grinding beans and the storage of coffee
• Look at home coffee makers in detail - learn how to use a stovetop pot the Italian way! Learn about different styles of coffee makers and get some tips on buying the best machine, while trying a few out for yourself
• Discover the steps to making a perfect coffee - the do's and don'ts of coffee preparation

The Connoisseur Coffee Course is 3 hours jam-packed full of fun and useful coffee information, sure to interest coffee drinkers of all levels. We can also provide private special classes for clubs and work or social groups.

Delivered by our coffee training professionals, the Lavazza Professional Coffee Course is designed to provide the essential basics known by every professional Barista. The course is hands on, informal and practical - we've been training longer than anyone else so we've learnt a thing or two along the way!

In our Professional Coffee Course we look at:

• The origins of coffee and coffee care - learn about where coffee comes from, roasting and blending techniques, the packaging of coffee and the maintenance and storage of coffee
• The essential elements of commercial espresso making - delivered through both theory, but especially through your own practice
• Discover the three 'E's of perfect espresso - learn about the coffee making method of extraction, the equipment used and the different espresso variations that can be made
• Learn the art of texturing milk - the secrets of how to turn ordinary milk into a smooth, velvety and frothy addition to your coffee

Cleaning and maintenance of coffee machines - we run through how to properly clean your coffee machine and grinder to ensure they stay in top condition

The Professional Coffee Course is ideal for people who are already working with coffee and want to develop their coffee skills, or for home Baristas looking to further their coffee knowledge.

The Grinder Workshop is for the more experienced coffee professional.

In our Grinder Workshop we look at:

• The importance of the grinder - the essential part of making an exceptional espresso
• Grind and dose adjustment - learn how to ensure you get the ideal coffee grind and dosage level for your machine
• How to assess and correct day-to-day issues that affect coffee quality from humidity to blunt blades
• Cleaning and maintenance of your coffee machine - we run through how to properly clean your coffee machine and grinder to ensure they stay in top condition

The Grinder Workshop is a practical and informative session designed to help already knowledgeable coffee makers further their expertise in the coffee arena.