Photo Courtesy of the Coffee and Tea Festival

Demonstrations, tastings and contests abound at this action-packed event where attendees can witness the art of making the creamiests lattè and espressos from industry professionals and pioneers, and learn the origins of exotic teas and coffees from around the world.

Competition brews as some of the top baristas and cafès go cup-to-cup and a panel of judges taste and critique.

For a taste and a ticket, visit http://www.coffeeandteafestival.com/index.html.

The Sixth Annual Coffee and Tea Festival. February 19th and 20th, 11am-5pm, Tickets starting at $20. 7 W. 34th Street. New York, NY.