As one of the pioneers in the specialty coffee industry, Gary is the co-founder and green coffee buyer of Urban Coffee Roaster, as well as the inventor of 2-WayCup. With a distinguished reputation as an award-winning barista and roaster, Gary has had the honor of representing Hong Kong on the global coffee stage. He demonstrates his unwavering passion for coffee through annual visits to coffee origins in Africa and South America during the harvesting season.

Additionally, Gary goes above and beyond by actively promoting local coffee farming in Hong Kong, fostering a sense of community and sustainability. As a legacy ambassador of lululemon, he effectively merges his love for coffee and a healthy lifestyle, championing a coffee culture that complements overall well-being.

In this coffee tasting workshop, you will learn about:

• Brief History of Specialty Coffee
• Waves of Coffee
• Coffee Growing Regions
• Impact of Terroir on Flavor

The workshop includes 2 tasting sessions:

1. Experience Different Waves of Coffee — Taste coffees from the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd waves.
2. Explore Coffee from Different Origins — Taste coffees based on various processing methods and varietals.