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16 - 18 April 2026 / NDSM LOODS

Friday

5THWAVE Podcast

10:30
Navigating the New World Order: The Future of Europe’s Coffee & Hospitality Sector
A high-level macro view on where coffee and hospitality are heading in Europe.
Keynote by Jeffrey Young • Founder & CEO, Allegra Group / World Coffee Portal
11:30
What Makes an Award-Winning Roaster in 2026?
A forward-looking panel on what defines standout roasting today — from innovation and sourcing to growth, quality and credibility in a fast-changing market.

Panel featuring Gianluca Lavacca, il Manovale • Mikaël Portannier, Parcel Torréfaction • Veronique Heylen, Sucafina • Henk Langkemper, La Marzocco.

13:00
Coffee Careers in 2026: From Barista to Entrepreneur
A dialogue on ambition, mentorship and the evolving career path of the modern coffee professional.
Paul Sharo, Man Met Bril Koffie, in conversation with Jeffrey Young
14:30
More Than a Pastry: How Cafés Can Win with Food
A smart industry conversation on how food, bakery and all-day hospitality are reshaping the café experience.
16:00
The New Coffee Consumer: Who Are We Really Serving Now?
A sharp industry conversation on Gen Z, wellness, influence and the new expectations shaping coffee culture.
Panel featuring Bryan Serwatka, Minor Figures • Scott Rudmann, Vitacaps • Ilya Aksamentov, The Miners 
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Back for its second year after a standout debut, 5THWAVE Podcast returns with more big ideas, bold conversations and the people moving coffee forward. Across these live recordings, hear sharp insight, honest discussion and fresh perspectives from some of the industry’s leading voices.

➜ 5THWAVE PODCAST LIVE

The Cupping Exchange

10:30
Touton Specialty Coffee
17 April 2026 | Duration: 30 min
11:30
Mellow Coffee Roasters
17 April 2026 | Duration: 30 min
12:30
FINCA Shop
17 April 2026 | Duration: 30 min
13:30
Sucafina
17 April 2026 | Duration: 30 min
14:30
Ocafi
17 April 2026 | Duration: 30 min
15:30
Guatemalan Coffees
17 April 2026 | Duration: 30 min
16:30
Primavera Green Coffee
17 April 2026 | Duration: 30 min
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Fresh harvests, new discoveries and plenty to sip your way through. The Cupping Exchange is where producers, roasters and green buyers come together to taste what’s next — one spoon at a time.

➜ THE CUPPING EXCHANGE

Latte Art Live

10:00
Plant-based Latte Art Masterclass
16 April 2026 | Duration: 40 min | Host: Merijn Gijsbers
11:00
Latte Art Masterclass
16 April 2026 | Duration: 40 min | Host: Caitlin McArdle
12:00
Latte Art Masterclass
16 April 2026 | Duration: 40 min | Host: Caitlin McArdle
13:00
Latte Art Masterclass
16 April 2026 | Duration: 40 min | Host: Caitlin McArdle
14:00
Latte Art Masterclass
16 April 2026 | Duration: 40 min | Host: Caitlin McArdle
15:00
Latte Art Masterclass
16 April 2026 | Duration: 40 min | Host: Caitlin McArdle
16:00
Plant-based Latte Art Masterclass
16 April 2026 | Duration: 40 min | Host: Merijn Gijsbers
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On pouring duty this year: Merijn Gijsbers — Dutch Barista Champion and Alpro Ambassador — alongside Caitlin McArdle, last year’s Matcha Latte Art Battle winner. Across these 40-minute sessions, watch silky microfoam, sharp technique and seriously satisfying pours in action — from classic latte art to plant-based perfection.

➜ LATTE ART LIVE 

The Coffee School

10:00
Espresso Masterclass
17 April 2026 | Duration: 60 min | Host: Blommers
11:30
Espresso Masterclass
17 April 2026 | Duration: 60 min | Host: Blommers
13:00
Espresso Masterclass
17 April 2026 | Duration: 60 min | Host: Blommers
14:30
Espresso Masterclass
17 April 2026 | Duration: 60 min | Host: Blommers
16:00
Espresso Masterclass
17 April 2026 | Duration: 60 min | Host: Blommers
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Espresso, dialled in. Watch the pros break down the craft behind consistency, extraction and better shots — one pull at a time.

➜ THE COFFEE SCHOOL
 

The Brew Lab

10:00
V60 Masterclass
17 April 2026 | Duration: 45 min | Host: A.M.O.C
11:30
V60 Masterclass
17 April 2026 | Duration: 45 min | Host: A.M.O.C
13:00
V60 Masterclass
17 April 2026 | Duration: 45 min | Host: A.M.O.C
14:30
V60 Masterclass
17 April 2026 | Duration: 45 min | Host: A.M.O.C
16:00
V60 Masterclass
17 April 2026 | Duration: 45 min | Host: A.M.O.C
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For the V60 obsessives and curious brewers alike — expect clean cups, clever technique and filter coffee done properly.


➜ THE BREW LAB

True Artisan Café

10:00
Il Manovale
13:00
Three Marks Coffee
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Powered by La Marzocco, this is espresso at its finest — with standout roasters, iconic machines and seriously good coffee flowing all festival long.

➜ TRUE ARTISAN CAFÉ
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