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PROGRAM

RECIPE FOR
THE ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE

THURSDAY

23.05.

FRIDAY

24.05.

SATURDAY

25.05.

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10:00

MAIN STAGE

WARMING UP

DJ REA

While the first cups of the magical drink are slowly being prepared and the dopamine level is just starting to rise, our best DJ REA will take care of the additional warming up of the atmosphere.

10:00 - 11:00

LAB1

BARREL AGED COFFEE – NEW TRENDS

MATIJA MATIJAŠKO, chief educator of the Barcaffè Academy in Zagreb

We’re getting to the subject everyone is talking about. Is Barrel Aged just a momentary hit, or is it an exclusive coffee experience that’s here to stay? The answer is waiting for you in our LAB1. Barcaffè, which always goes one step further with the aim of offering us an innovative experience, and the prestigious […]

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10:00 - 12:00

NESCAFÉ® STAND

NESTLÉ PROFESSIONAL ROASTELIER

IVAN ŽIVOTIĆ, expert in coffee and business development for the Adriatic region, Nestlé Professional

At the NESCAFÉ® stand, your coffee will be prepared personally, with a lot of enthusiasm, by one of the biggest names in the industry. Together with the presentation and demonstration of Fluid Bed technology. Because of this experience, it is worth stepping into our festival in the first hours, before the official opening. And that’s […]

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11:00 - 11:30

MAIN STAGE

OFFICIAL OPENING OF GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

Although we will be well warmed up by this point, the best coffee festival in our region still deserves an official opening. The popular presenter Ida Prester is coming to our main stage, who will guide you live through the rich program of the GR8 Coffee Festival. MODERATOR: Ida Prester PRESENTER AND MUSICIAN

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11:30 - 12:30

MAIN STAGE

WELLBEAN & MOKAFLOR - A REVOLUTION ON THE CROATIAN COFFEE SCENE

LAITH HARDY, director and co-founder of WellBean World

The collaboration between the innovative Croatian company WellBean World and the Italian MokaFlora, behind which there is a rich 70-year tradition, brings a completely new standard of excellence to our market. This passionate team will tell us how to enrich Croatian coffee culture by integrating health-oriented ethical practices, what the transformative path from a cup […]

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12:30

COOKING ZONE

COOKING SHOW

DAVID SKOKO, Chef

He is a culinary star, a favorite chef in our area (and beyond). We love to watch him cook and absorb his energy, which stimulates and calms at the same time. We love to listen to him as he generously imparts knowledge peppered with interesting stories. And we love the opportunity to try his food […]

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12:30 - 13:30

MAIN STAGE

BARISTA PREPARATION FOR THE COMPETITION

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

MODERATOR: Ida Prester PRESENTER AND MUSICIAN

13:30 - 16:00

MAIN STAGE

GR8 LATTE ART BATTLE – BARISTA COMPETITION

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

Don’t miss the biggest treat of our program – the exciting Barista Latte Art Battle. Excellent baristas will demonstrate their drawing skills with heated milk on espresso. The entire competition, along with the audience, will be monitored by the jury with internationally recognized SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) diplomas, composed of Domagoj Trusić (Hug&Punch), Zoran Trkulja […]

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16:00 - 19:00

MAIN STAGE

AFTER WORK PARTY

DJ REA

After a series of intensive events, acquiring new knowledge, immersing in new tastes and experiences, we all have the right to one big, great party. We will not wait until the end of the working day, we start already at 4 p.m., and add rhythm to our presenters and exhibitors. Treat yourself to a little […]

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10:00 - 18:00

BFC STAND

INSIDE VIEW OF THE ESPRESSO MACHINE

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

Raise your knowledge to a higher level. Take a peek into the sophisticated working principle of the espresso machine under the guidance of the educated staff of the world-famous brand. The enthusiastic and professional team from BFC will be devotedly assembling and disassembling their advanced equipment throughout the entire festival day, and in addition to […]

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10:00 - 18:00

ALPRO STAND

LATTE ART LIVE & SCHOOL OF LATTE ART

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

Can vegan milk be called milk and is there any law that allows it to be put in coffee? Let the Alpro team break all your prejudices and introduce you to the experience of combining different vegan milks with top-quality espresso. You will be delighted. In addition, the Alpro Stand promises us an unrepeatable visual […]

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10:00 - 18:00

AB PLAN & LATTE ART FACTORY STAND

LATTE ART LIVE

SANIN KADIĆ, barista & latte artist

Would you like this top barista and multiple Latte Art champion to prepare your coffee? Stop by our AB PLAN & LATTE ART FACTORY STAND. Although Sanin Kadić has proven himself in a series of barista competitions, for him coffee is first of all dedication, love and passion. Let that energy infect you and experience […]

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10:00 - 18:00

KINGDOM OF MAROCCO STAND

THE GUEST COUNTRY OF HONOR, KINGDOM OF MOROCCO

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

We take you on a sensory journey to this beautiful, exotic country. The guest country of honor, the Kingdom of Morocco, will offer guests its sweet delicacies and traditional teas throughout the festival days. In shallah!

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10:00 - 18:00

COCKTAIL ZONE

SMOOTHIE BARMEN

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

For that extra kick, there is our cocktail zone where top bartenders prepare coffee- based cocktails. You won’t just stop by here for a new dose of energy and refreshment, get ready for a spectacular visual experience provided by a demonstration of acrobatic handling of shakers, mixing and pouring of premium drinks.

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10:00 - 18:00

VR ZONE

GR8 VIRTUAL COFFEE BAR

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

Can anyone open and run a coffee bar? Some say that it is not possible, but we tell you that it is possible at the GR8 Coffee Festival. 😉 Of course, through a VR unforgettable experience. From opening and running a coffee bar, through purchasing goods and putting them in the warehouse, cleaning the space, […]

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10:00 - 18:00

COFFEE & ART ZONE

ESPRESSO ART TECHNIQUE PAINTING

BOJAN ĐORĐEVIĆ, espresso art technique painter, sports journalist, barista

Bojan Đorđević, better known as Mr. Coffee, comes from Belgrade, an absolute coffee fanatic who lives and dreams of coffee. This Guinness record holder, who brewed espresso continuously for 24 hours, will create works of art at the festival using espresso coffee as a basic tool. There are rumors that he will take pictures of […]

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10:00 - 11:00

LAB1

THE WORLD OF TEA

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL HOST

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL HOST

Getting to know the types of tea, their specialties, cupping tea. Immerse yourself in the world of tea under the guidance of top experts in our LAB1 through this unique interactive workshop. Find out the secrets of tea leaves. Explore different types of tea and their unique aromas, learn everything about the importance of the […]

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10:00 - 11:00

NESCAFÉ STAND

NESCAFÉ® PERU 100% ARABICA, SINGLE ORIGIN, RAINFOREST ALLIANCE AND ORGANIC

IVAN ŽIVOTIĆ, expert in coffee and business development for the Adriatic region, Nestlé Professional

NESCAFÉ® is particularly proud of this coffee and its associated certificates. It is perfect for an intense espresso or latte macchiato with notes of fruit. You will have the opportunity to get to know it and taste it as an intense espresso or latte macchiato.

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10:00 - 11:00

HUG&PUNCH STAND

CROATIAN PREMIERE – LA MARZOCCO SWAN

DOMAGOJ TRUSIĆ, certified trainer and famous Croatian barista

Introducing an innovation in coffee grinding.

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11:00 - 12:00

MAIN STAGE

ZERO-WASTE(ISH) PRESENTATION FOR CATERERS

LORI BRNČIĆ, owner of the Filteraj coffee shop

Lori Brnčić is the owner of the zero waste coffee shop Filteraj, which offers ecological products solutions such as buying coffee in bulk, a plant-based approach to food and drink, making your own plant-based milk and a refill corner for shopping without packaging. Her goal is to bring the zero waste way of doing business […]

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11:00 - 12:30

LAB2

FILTERED WATER WITH GREAT TASTE AND FRESHNESS

DAMJAN JURJEVČIĆ, director of Fisti

Did you know that 98% of your cup of coffee is water? And what is the influence of water on the quality of coffee and why does water need to be filtered to prepare top quality coffee? FISTI, an authorized BRITA distributor, will bring these issues closer to us and present professional water filtration products.

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11:30 - 12:30

LAB1

SPECIALTY COFFEE CUPPING

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

Why are specialty coffees so special? On the example of Franck Specialty coffee, find out how processing processes, environmental conditions, origin and roasting methods affect the sensory profile of the cup. You will have the opportunity to cup, describe and analyze a cup of coffee like a professional.

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12:00 - 13:00

HUG&PUNCH STAND

CROATIAN PREMIERE – LA MARZOCCO SWAN

DOMAGOJ TRUSIĆ, certified trainer and famous Croatian barista

Introducing an innovation in coffee grinding.

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12:30

MAIN STAGE

COOKING SHOW

RUDOLF ŠTEFAN, head chef and owner of restaurant Pelegrini, Šibenik

Do not miss this spectacular gastronomic experience. A top, multiple award-winning chef, Rudolf Štefan, holder of the prestigious Michelin star, awarded with four “tokes” of Gault&Millau, comes to the festival to share his passion, and to prepare us fine delicacies of surprise. Of course, with coffee.

12:00 - 13:00

MAIN STAGE

STORY ABOUT NESCAFÉ

IVAN ŽIVOTIĆ, expert in coffee and business development for the Adriatic region, Nestlé Professional

Immerse yourself in the story of the history of the NESCAFÉ® brand, which is inspiring, rich and layered, just like a cup of excellent coffee.

13:00 - 14:00

LAB2

CPA NESTLÉ COFFEE PROFESSIONALS ACADEMY PRESENTATION

IVAN ŽIVOTIĆ, expert in coffee and business development for the Adriatic region, Nestlé Professional

14:00 - 15:00

NESCAFÉ STAND

SUMMER WITH NESCAFE - COLD COCKTAILS

IVAN ŽIVOTIĆ, expert in coffee and business development for the Adriatic region, Nestlé Professional

Refresh yourself and invite summer with us with cold seductive cocktails based on NESCAFÉ® coffee by Ivan Životić.

14:00 - 16:00

MAIN STAGE

HISTORY AND TRADITION OF COFFEE IN BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

TIMUR KAHROVIĆ, barista, Franck

They say that love always finds a way. That’s how coffee, once upon a time, found its way to our hearts, homes and lives. And Timur Kahrović from Franck will lead us through an interesting story about that journey, through the history of Bosnia and Herzegovina. We will immerse ourselves in the rituals that accompany […]

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10:00 - 12:00

NESCAFÉ® STAND

NESTLÉ PROFESSIONAL ROASTELIER

IVAN ŽIVOTIĆ, expert in coffee and business development for the Adriatic region, Nestlé Professional

At the NESCAFÉ® stand, your coffee will be prepared personally, with a lot of enthusiasm, by one of the biggest names in the industry. Together with the presentation and demonstration of Fluid Bed technology. Because of this experience, it is worth stepping into our festival in the first hours, before the official opening. And that’s […]

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15:00 - 17:00

HUG&PUNCH STAND

CONNECTION OF THE COFFEE COOKING HISTORY AND THE SPECIALTY COFFEE FUTURE

DOMAGOJ TRUSIĆ, certified trainer and famous Croatian barista

Leva coffee brewing system by La Marzocco.

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16:00 - 17:00

MAIN STAGE

GLOBAL WATER EXPERTS SINCE 1933

RONNY BILLEMON, Technical Support and Applications Engineer

From the perspective of global water experts, caterers will have the opportunity to hear how to protect their investment, improve customer experience and minimize operational costs. Pentair Everpure technology and products have finally arrived on our market, and we are bringing Ronny Billemon to present them to you on the main stage of our festival.

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10:00 - 18:00

KINGDOM OF MAROCCO STAND

THE GUEST COUNTRY OF HONOR, KINGDOM OF MOROCCO

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

We take you on a sensory journey to this beautiful, exotic country. The guest country of honor, the Kingdom of Morocco, will offer guests its sweet delicacies and traditional teas throughout the festival days. In shallah!

Read more

10:00 - 18:00

COCKTAIL ZONE

SMOOTHIE BARMEN

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

For that extra kick, there is our cocktail zone where top bartenders prepare coffee- based cocktails. You won’t just stop by here for a new dose of energy and refreshment, get ready for a spectacular visual experience provided by a demonstration of acrobatic handling of shakers, mixing and pouring of premium drinks.

Read more

10:00 - 18:00

VR ZONE

GR8 VIRTUAL COFFEE BAR

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

Can anyone open and run a coffee bar? Some say that it is not possible, but we tell you that it is possible at the GR8 Coffee Festival. 😉 Of course, through a VR unforgettable experience. From opening and running a coffee bar, through purchasing goods and putting them in the warehouse, cleaning the space, […]

Read more

10:00 - 18:00

COFFEE & ART ZONE

ESPRESSO ART TECHNIQUE PAINTING

BOJAN ĐORĐEVIĆ, espresso art technique painter, sports journalist, barista

Bojan Đorđević, better known as Mr. Coffee, comes from Belgrade, an absolute coffee fanatic who lives and dreams of coffee. This Guinness record holder, who brewed espresso continuously for 24 hours, will create works of art at the festival using espresso coffee as a basic tool. There are rumors that he will take pictures of […]

Read more

10:00 - 18:00

MUSIC ZONE

PLAY LISTA BY DJ REA

DJ REA

A carefully composed playlist by DJ Rea will ensure a great musical atmosphere throughout the entire festival day.

10:00 - 11:00

MAIN STAGE

FREDDO ESPRESSO & CAPPUCCINO FREDDO

IVAN ŽIVOTIĆ, expert in coffee and business development for the Adriatic region, Nestlé Professional

Demonstration and method of preparation.

10:00 - 11:00

NESCAFÉ STAND

NESCAFÉ BRASIL 100% ARABICA, SINGLE ORIGIN, RAINFOREST ALLIANCE

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

Take the opportunity to demonstrate and taste this single origin coffee, perfect for a rich espresso or latte with notes of fruit and almonds.

10:00 - 12:00

NESCAFÉ® STAND

NESTLÉ PROFESSIONAL ROASTELIER

IVAN ŽIVOTIĆ, expert in coffee and business development for the Adriatic region, Nestlé Professional

At the NESCAFÉ® stand, your coffee will be prepared personally, with a lot of enthusiasm, by one of the biggest names in the industry. Together with the presentation and demonstration of Fluid Bed technology. Because of this experience, it is worth stepping into our festival in the first hours, before the official opening. And that’s […]

Read more

11:00 - 13:00

MAIN STAGE

TRADITIONAL GREEN TEA PREPARATION CEREMONY WITH MINT - GUEST COUNTRY OF HONOR, THE KINGDOM OF MOROCCO

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

A sensory journey to beautiful, exotic Morocco, we are now bringing to the main stage. Get to know the traditional ceremony of preparing green tea with mint, which, after delighting you, could become your regular ritual.

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11:30 - 12:30

LAB2

CSI - ESPRESSO RECONSTRUCTION

DOMAGOJ TRUSIĆ, certified trainer and famous Croatian barista

13:00 - 14:00

LAB1

NESTLÉ PROFESSIONAL ROASTELIER CUPPING SESSION, ALTERNATIVE COFFEE COOKING TECHNIQUES: POUR OVER AND IMMERSION

IVAN ŽIVOTIĆ, expert in coffee and business development for the Adriatic region, Nestlé Professional

Get to know alternative coffee brewing techniques: Pour Over and Immersion and experience the opportunity to personally cup them like a professional.

13:00 - 14:00

LAB2

SPECIALTY COFFEE PHILOSOPHY

NIK OROŠI, owner of Eliscaffe

Coffee that receives more than 80 points on an independent panel of tasters is not just about excellence. What is so special about specialty coffee and what philosophy lives behind it, will be brought closer to us by Nik Oroši and Matija Matijaško. If you haven’t yet, after this inspiring workshop, you will become part […]

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13:00 - 14:00

MAIN STAGE

PROFITS IN CATERING

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

Catering agency Smoothie Barmen.

14:00 - 15:00

MAIN STAGE

INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP OF MAKING COFFEE COCKTAILS

KARIBU KAAAWA TEAM

Have a try at preparing different cocktails and learn how to make simple coffee cocktails. 10 pre-selected visitors will have the opportunity to prepare cocktails with coffee under the guidance of the Karibu Kaaawa team. Karibu Kaaawa is a specialty coffee web shop that once operated as a coffee shop on Trešnjevka in Zagreb. They […]

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14:00 - 15:00

NESCAFÉ STAND

SUMMER WITH NESCAFE - COLD COCKTAILS

IVAN ŽIVOTIĆ, expert in coffee and business development for the Adriatic region, Nestlé Professional

Refresh yourself and invite summer with us with cold seductive cocktails based on NESCAFÉ® coffee by Ivan Životić.

14:00 - 16:00

HUG&PUNCH STAND

CONNECTION OF THE COFFEE COOKING HISTORY AND THE SPECIALTY COFFEE FUTURE

DOMAGOJ TRUSIĆ, certified trainer and famous Croatian barista

Leva coffee brewing system by La Marzocco

10:00 - 18:00

KINGDOM OF MAROCCO STAND

THE GUEST COUNTRY OF HONOR, KINGDOM OF MOROCCO

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

We take you on a sensory journey to this beautiful, exotic country. The guest country of honor, the Kingdom of Morocco, will offer guests its sweet delicacies and traditional teas throughout the festival days. In shallah!

Read more

10:00 - 18:00

COCKTAIL ZONE

SMOOTHIE BARMEN

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

For that extra kick, there is our cocktail zone where top bartenders prepare coffee- based cocktails. You won’t just stop by here for a new dose of energy and refreshment, get ready for a spectacular visual experience provided by a demonstration of acrobatic handling of shakers, mixing and pouring of premium drinks.

Read more

10:00 - 18:00

VR ZONE

GR8 VIRTUAL COFFEE BAR

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

Can anyone open and run a coffee bar? Some say that it is not possible, but we tell you that it is possible at the GR8 Coffee Festival. 😉 Of course, through a VR unforgettable experience. From opening and running a coffee bar, through purchasing goods and putting them in the warehouse, cleaning the space, […]

Read more

10:00 - 18:00

COFFEE & ART ZONE

ESPRESSO ART TECHNIQUE PAINTING

BOJAN ĐORĐEVIĆ, espresso art technique painter, sports journalist, barista

Bojan Đorđević, better known as Mr. Coffee, comes from Belgrade, an absolute coffee fanatic who lives and dreams of coffee. This Guinness record holder, who brewed espresso continuously for 24 hours, will create works of art at the festival using espresso coffee as a basic tool. There are rumors that he will take pictures of […]

Read more

10:00 - 18:00

MUSIC ZONE

PLAY LISTA BY DJ REA

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

GR8 COFFEE FESTIVAL

A carefully composed playlist by DJ Rea will ensure a great musical atmosphere throughout the entire festival day.

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