Whisked to Calm: Beyond Matcha - A Mindful Tea Ritual

Discover the roots of matcha in this relaxing hands-on workshop. Step into the Song Dynasty art of diancha Step into the soothing, artistic world of powdered tea. This hands-on workshop is your guide to mastering the whisk, creating a beautiful brew, and discovering the joyful contrast between the artistic Chinese Diancha tradition and the ritualistic Japanese Matcha ceremony. You won't just learn theory—you'll get hands-on creating a frothy masterpiece and leave with a relaxing new ritual for your everyday life. 🎁 What’s Included in Your Experience • Premium Supplies: All traditional tools and ceremonial-grade matcha/powdered tea provided for the workshop. • Flavor Discovery: Sample tastings of both ceremonial-grade matcha and popular latte-style matcha. • Complementary Treats: A pairing of traditional tea snacks to enhance the flavors. • Take-Home Knowledge: A matcha recipe card to continue your practice at home. • The Vibe: A cozy, meditative space designed for you to relax and truly sip in peace. • Optional Artistic Conclusion: Conclude your ceremony with a relaxing free-style calligraphy activity. 🎨 Your Unique Learning & Creative Value This workshop focuses on practical skills and artistic expression: • Master Whisking Technique: Gain hands-on expertise to achieve the perfect foam every time using traditional tools (chasen and chawan). • Creative Foam Artistry: Learn the delightful practice of creating calligraphy-style designs directly on the surface of your tea—a fun, expressive skill you won't find in standard classes. • Understand the Contrast: Clearly grasp the difference between the playful, aesthetic Diancha (the artistic roots of whisked tea) and the meditative, ritualistic Matcha. • Tea Grade Selection: Know how to choose the right powdered tea for your purpose, whether it's for ceremonial sipping or culinary creations. 📢 Important Notes • Venue Update: Our tea house has relocated from the ByWard Market to a cozy residential area in Kanata, where it’s now home to two friendly cats. Please keep this in mind if you have cat allergies. • Allergies: If you have any food allergies, kindly let us know in advance so we can make appropriate arrangements.