The Pretoria Coffee Festival 2025 takes place on 27 + 28 September at the scenic Silverlakes Farm Hotel, bringing together coffee lovers, leading roasteries, live music, food, and interactive experiences in one vibrant celebration. Inspired by the success of the Winelands Coffee Festival, this inaugural event promises a dynamic Roasters Village, brewing and equipment demos, and an atmosphere where community and culture meet over great coffee. With a diverse lineup of exhibitors and an audience of passionate coffee enthusiasts, the Pretoria Coffee Fest is set to be the ultimate gathering for Pretoria’s growing coffee scene.

We will cover roast impact on brewing coffee, how to determine whether you have adequately dialed in a new coffee, understanding espresso extraction and milk steaming techniques and latte art.

+ SCA Barista Skills Foundation and Intermediate Course + Foundations of coffee and espresso making + Advanced understanding of the practical application of the impacts of varietal, processing, origin. + Working with & understanding brew parameters & brew recipes + Impact water quality on espresso brewing + How to texture milk and the basics of milk science + Pouring latte art and the parameters required + Basic cafe management and service skills

Baristas are often the heart of local cafés—the friendly faces that greet us, remember our orders, and create moments of comfort in our daily routines. Barista Heroes acknowledges this essential role, celebrating individuals who bring exceptional warmth, resilience, and service to their communities. It’s a heartfelt way to say: “We see you, and we’re grateful.”