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04/05/2025 3:00 pm
04/05/2025 5:00 pm
Blue Bottle Arts District
a day of espresso, conversation, and hands-on learning in la.
Join La Marzocco Home at Blue Bottle for an afternoon dedicated to all things espresso. Whether you’re thinking about bringing a machine home, eager to perfect your craft, or simply a lover of specialty coffee, we want to see you!
These events are FREE and open to the public, but RSVP is required.
Spots are limited—register now!
What’s Happening?
One-on-one Espresso Machine Sales Demos | 2–3 PM
Thinking about buying a machine? Sign up for a one-on-one demo with our team to get expert guidance, hands-on experience with the Linea Mini and Pico, and the chance to place your order in person.
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Hang Out & Hands-On Learning | 3–4 PM and 4-5PM
Explore the new Coffee Station with the Linea Mini and Pico, and a one-of-a-kind vintage GS Single Group up close. Our team will be there to chat espresso, show off grind-by-weight and brew-by-weight features, answer questions, and guide you through hands-on demos. Join us for a perfect afternoon of learning and connecting over coffee.
Brew Bar Feature: First Espresso Blend
We’ll be brewing Blue Bottle’s First Espresso Blend—a bold and nostalgic nod to the origins of espresso culture, featuring a 50% Robusta blend that delivers a rich, full-bodied experience.
*At 5 PM, we’ll power down the machines and gather for the talk!
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Vintage Coffee Talk | 6 PM
As the day winds down, gather for an inspiring conversation between Kent Bakke, former CEO and now Honorary President of La Marzocco, and James Freeman, founder of Blue Bottle Coffee. They’ll share stories, insights, and coffee history from their decades in the industry—this will be a moment so good, it should not be missed.