Coffee and Dates Experience Workshop Vol. 5

Only once more this year—with new taste experiences, as always. Did you know that coffee and dates are symbols of hospitality in different parts of the world? Experienced coffee expert Merike Kandar and Reet Kivi, importer of Jomara dates, will open up a world of unique flavours together. Join us for an experience that brings together the scents of a childhood kitchen in Hiiumaa, the exclusive Franco Caffee roastery in northern Italy, and ten years of experience living in Arabia, along with a taste of sunshine. The Novo furniture showroom, with its carefully considered details and creative use of space, provides an inspiring setting for this journey through flavour and culture.

What can you expect at the experience workshop? Guests will be welcomed with fresh cold brew coffee and selected snacks. We’ll compare and grind different coffee beans, from small craft roasters to major producers. We’ll explore the flavour characteristics of Arabica and Robusta, caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee, and learn how roasting changes coffee’s flavour and aroma. We’ll learn to make silky milk foam for delicious cappuccinos, macchiatos and caffe lattes, and discover the brightest taste of summer together: an espresso shot.

We’ll explore Middle Eastern culture and the world of Jomara dates, tasting a variety of organic date varieties as well as dates with luxurious fillings. Together, we’ll make date snacks that pair perfectly with coffee.

The workshop offers a thorough overview of the latest trends in the worlds of coffee and dates, along with practical skills for creating fresh, clean coffee and modern flavour experiences. We promise the workshop will inspire you to make every coffee break a little ritual that tastes better, lasts longer and sparks a desire to experiment and grow.

Each participant will receive 100 g of Franco Caffee Kiribiri organic craft coffee beans and a selection of Jomara dates as a gift, so they can take the experience home with them.

Feedback confirms that everyone makes this gathering their own personal experience and becomes part of the energy from which new ideas and collaborations emerge.

“Above all, we came away from Sunday with a wealth of inspiration. Thank you, Reet and Merike, for sharing your stories about how you came to this journey and the interesting adventures you’ve had along the way. It was also inspiring to expand our palates with all the creations we wouldn’t come up with on our own—coffee cocktails, brie cheeses filled with dates, and more. A lovely, unhurried experience full of varied stories and the colours, scents and stories that come with them!” Marja, Kirtti and Fia

“A very inspiring and enjoyable afternoon—Merike shared fascinating insights into coffee varieties and brewing methods, and Reet took us on an engaging journey into the world of dates. You can clearly feel that they both do their work with great passion. It was lovely to get hands-on too: we made a date snack and prepared coffee! The venue was very pleasant as well. I recommend it—an enjoyable taste experience is guaranteed!” Anett