Coffee Appreciation

Learn about the history of an amazing drink called coffee and unravel the mysteries of espresso-based beverages with our star baristas Maricon and Trudie!


Two days (9am to 2pm) filled with fun and joy in a relaxed atmosphere while learning how to:

  • Differentiate between different types of coffees and the history of coffee;
  • Introduction to using an espresso machine;
  • Identify coffee bean varieties and how the production blending flavours and roasting can affect which beans you buy
  • You will get to make 2 coffees of your choice all by yourself!

For a symbolic fee of $50 the doors to the world of good coffee will be open to you. Knock on the door now!


Want to turn your interest in coffee into employment as a barista? Consider doing our full barista course next. If you have completed Coffee Appreciation Workshop we will discount the full barista course price by $50 – e-mail admin@pcti.co.nz to claim it!


Duration – 2 days; 9am – 2pm.

Cost – $50 for New Zealand Citizens and Residents.

Venue – Flexible - Katikati, Waihi and Tauranga.

Course Schedule – Every school term break:

  • 12th and 13th April
  • 3rd and 4th July
  • 30th and 31st September
  • 13th and 14th December

Age – All ages from sixteen to mature learners

Contact us for more details.