About Us
Great Coffee
Sample great coffee from local roasters, coffee shops and cafes!
Delicious Tea
Tea drinkers will find delicious teas provided by local purveyors, tea shops and specialty markets!!
Food, Music and Fun
Sample a large variety of coffees and teas, enjoy coffee and tea themed desserts, treats, and eats!! Bring home your favorites all from local vendors.
THINGS TO SEE AND DO
Latte Art Competition
Open to any and all who would like to test their skills against the best in the region. The contest will take place throughout the day with the champion to be determined late in the afternoon.
Japanese Tea Ceremony
Wa, Kei, Sei, Jaku - “harmony, respect, purity, tranquility.”
Participate in an authentic Japanese Tea Ceremony.
The Japanese tea ceremony is an artistic pastime unique to Japan that features the serving and drinking of Matcha, a powdered Japanese green tea.
The ceremony will begin at 1:00pm and there will be a second seating at 3:00pm. Each session will last approximately 30 minutes. The event will be held in the auditorium this year so there will be plenty of seating for everyone!!
Festival Booklet
A booklet containing a brief background of our sponsors and vendors will be included with your admission. The booklet will also contain a schedule of the days events as well as a section with coupons from the participating vendors.
Exhibitions
Several of the vendors will be providing exhibitions throughout the day on various topics regarding the coffee roasting process, brewing techniques, and more!!
Logistics
There is ample parking at the Culinary institute for all visitors. The CIA campus is also home to many fine dining experiences as well as beautiful grounds located along the majestic Hudson River.
Tea Dueling with Dolly & Birdie! !!
What is Tea Duelling, you ask?
Tea Duelling is a noble Steampunk sport of wits, technique and finesse between two individuals.
Our Sponsors
Participating Vendors
Charities/Programs Benefited
