Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the world of Chinese tea with a tasting experience
- Learn about the art of calligraphy and practice writing Chinese characters
- Enjoy seasonal snacks that complement the flavors of each tea
- Discover the history and culture behind Chinese tea and calligraphy
- Take home your own calligraphy scroll as a memento of your experience
Description
Begin your journey in a meticulously prepared space where the scent of burning incense and the rhythm of traditional music set the stage for a cross-cultural dialogue that transcends words.
Hosted by Master Cheng, a dedicated practitioner of tea culture, explore the vast landscape of Chinese tea. Move through four distinct stages of fermentation—starting with fresh Silver Needle White Tea, transitioning to Aged White Tea, then exploring the complexity of Raw Puerh, and finishing with the earthy depth of Ripe Puerh (or charcoal-roasted Rock Tea).
Learn why the finest Chinese teas are rarely exported and how to identify authentic quality. Enjoy seasonal delicacies such as cashews, hawthorn strips, and traditional preserved plums, curated to complement each brew's profile.
After a brief interlude, transition to the calligraphy studio for a hands-on encounter with the 'Four Treasures of the Study.' Handle artifacts of the past and take turns grinding ink manually using 50-year-old ink sticks on a genuine Qing Dynasty inkstone, feeling the tactile history of the craft.
Discover the evolution of Chinese characters, from the pictographic charm of Oracle Bone Script to the elegant flow of modern styles. Under expert guidance, learn the correct grip and the 'hidden strength' required for the basic strokes.
Practice writing the character 'Fu' (Blessing) or a word of your choice. Master Cheng will assist you in adding professional small-script inscriptions and applying a traditional red seal to your work.
Conclude with a photo session at the signature 'Instagrammable' cultural spots, capturing you with your finished scroll—a symbol of balance, 'white space,' and your personal connection to Chinese heritage.
Includes
Tea tasting with Master Cheng
Calligraphy session with Master Cheng
Seasonal delicacies pairing
Use of calligraphy tools
Photo session with finished scroll
Important Information
- The activity is a cultural experience focusing on tea and calligraphy.
Participants will handle historical artifacts.
The session includes a photo opportunity with cultural spots.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
