Ethiopian New Year at CBD - Photo Credit: Alina Lindemann Spear

Ethiopian New Year at CBD

Gather with friends and family for a celebration filled with the vibrant flavors, traditions, and warm hospitality of Ethiopia. This special evening offers a behind the scenes coffee roastery tour and tasting with one of Coffee By Design’s professional roasters followed by a traditional Ethiopian dinner prepared by Ethiopian Chef Aklilu of Niyat Catering who will share the stories behind the dishes, the ingredients, and the customs that make the Ethiopian New Year such a meaningful celebration.

Events > Ethiopian New Year at CBD
Coffee By Design
1 Diamond St
Portland, Maine 04101 United States
About the Event
Presented by
Coffee By Design
September 10, 2026

Event hosted at Coffee By Design at 1 Diamond Street in Portand.

Check-in begins at 5:30 pm

Evening Schedule: 6:00 – 8:30 pm

• 6:00–6:30 p.m. – Behind-the-Scenes Roastery Tour • 6:30–7:00 p.m. – Guided Tasting of Three Ethiopian Coffees • 7:00–8:30 p.m. – Traditional Ethiopian Family-Style Dinner by Niyat Catering This intimate event is limited to just 24 guests, creating an evening of conversation, learning, and shared experiences. $55 per person includes the roastery tour, guided coffee tasting, and traditional Ethiopian dinner. Vegetarian and gluten free options included. Tickets available on Eventbrite.

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