Tea Culture & Traditions

Tea, this fragrance originating from the ancient East, has not only soaked through the long river of Chinese history but also bloomed its unique charm globally. As the birthplace of tea, China holds a pivotal position in the world with its profound tea culture. From royal tributes to daily life, from quiet tea rooms to […]

Hello! Welcome to the ‘World of Tea’. A life with a touch of tea art. While delicious food is appreciated, health is the measure. Previously, we explored classic traditional cuisines across the four seasons. Today, let’s refresh our spirits and discuss ‘tea’. Experience the art of tea cultivation life, a dialogue with life itself. With

Chinese tea culture, like a clear spring, has flowed gently through the long river of history, nourishing the souls of generations of Chinese people. From the legend of Shennong tasting a hundred herbs to the diversified development of modern tea culture, tea is not only an indispensable part of Chinese daily life but also a

The spring tea season has arrived once again. Chinese tea has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list, and the culture of tea is deeply integrated into the lives of the Chinese people. Red, green, yellow, white, dark, and flowery teas – do you know the different brewing methods for these various types of

Tea culture refers to the abilities and literacy related to tea that are inherited by specific members of society, including thoughts and morals, religious beliefs, literature and art, institutional rules, knowledge systems, and customs and habits. The development and utilization of tea have gone through various stages, from medicinal use, consumption, mixed drinking to solo

Some say that Chinese tea is the taste of time. It has traversed the poetic pages of the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, crossed the landscapes of the south and north of the Yangtze River, and in the ordinary days filled with the essentials of life, it has evolved into a taste that

Chinese Corner – Tea Culture: China, the birthplace of tea, has a history of discovering and utilizing tea that spans over 4700 years. The Chinese tea culture is a legacy of profound wisdom and tradition, a treasure trove rich in history, philosophy, and art. In this session, we will delve into the allure of tea

In the Eastern Han Dynasty, Hua Tuo’s ‘Shi Jing’ mentioned ‘bitter tea, long-term consumption, benefits the mind,’ documenting the medicinal value of tea. This is akin to Coca-Cola, which initially appeared as a headache remedy before evolving into a beverage. Later, a prototype of fried tea, known as porridge tea, emerged in folk culture. According

From tea as a beverage to its cultural significance, it has been deeply cherished by both the cultural community and the common people. Its evolution and development have been greatly influenced by philosophical thoughts such as Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism, with concepts like tranquility, harmony, and nature in tea ceremony aligning well with these philosophies.

Tea culture, with its fragrant leaves and tender buds, carries a legacy of thousands of years of culture and history. Today, let us embark on a journey into the world of tea, experiencing the unique poetry and charm of this tradition. What is tea culture? It refers to the cultural customs of tea-making and tea-drinking