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Experience Matcha Tea: Savor the Aesthetic Charm of a Thousand Years
Experience Matcha Tea: Savor the Aesthetic Charm of a Thousand Years
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Experience Matcha Tea: Savor the Aesthetic Charm of a Thousand Years
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Whisked tea, or 'dian cha,' is a unique way of drinking tea in ancient China. A thousand years ago, during the Tang and Song dynasties, tea was exclusively for the imperial family, and the art of whisking tea was a noble skill. It's not just a method of preparing tea, but a cultural activity that integrates art, aesthetics, and ritual, and is a significant origin of East Asian tea ceremonies.
The host will guide you into the world of Song Dynasty whisked tea, allowing you to experience the entire process of making a bowl of whisked tea yourself, and feel the charm of this ancient tea ceremony. Song Dynasty whisked tea is not just a tea feast, but also a meeting of minds. At this moment, let's slow down and immerse ourselves in the tranquility and profoundness of this cup of tea. Let the tea follow the fragrance of the heart, let the heart follow the tranquility of the tea, and let's enjoy the peace and joy of tea together.
Explanation before the experience: The origin and development of Chinese tea
The teacher will guide the guests step by step to experience Song Dynasty whisked tea and make a bowl of tea by themselves.
After completion, the teacher will guide you to draw or write on the whisked tea with tea powder.
Finally, take photos and taste the whisked tea.
Hi, I am Fan Li, an Eatwith host in Shanghai, and a qualified senior tea artist. I have been engaged in tea art club management and professional tea artist training, focusing on the popularization of Chinese tea drinking culture.
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Experience Matcha Tea: Savor the Aesthetic Charm of a Thousand Years