In Chinese, Gongfucha (工夫茶, gōngfūchá) refers to a precise and aesthetic tea preparation that has emerged from various traditions. The focus is on mindfulness when enjoying the impressive variety of flavor nuances of different types of tea.
I am delighted to be able to regularly hold these exclusive events on tea preparation in the Gongfu style in collaboration with various tea shops in Cologne:
«Journey into the World of Tea» (at Teequartier 259)
In this introductory seminar, you’ll discover fascinating insights into tea cultivation, explore tea cultures from around the globe, and, of course, delve into the art of tea preparation! You’ll learn about the cultivation process and the creation of various types of tea. Additionally, you’ll enjoy anecdotes about the history of different tea cultures and gain intriguing background knowledge on the botany and ingredients of the tea plant.
Highlights of the tea seminar «Journey into the World of Tea»
- Tea tasting: Explore a variety of teas, including white tea, green tea, oolong, black tea, and pu-erh.
- Basic knowledge: Discover how tea is grown, harvested, and processed.
- Preparation tips: Learn simple methods to prepare loose tea in your daily routine.
Duration: approximately 2 hours
Venue: Teequartier 259, Venloer Str. 259, 50823 Cologne
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«Gongfu Tea Workshop» (at Bamboo Tea Room)
In this gongfu tea workshop, we embark on an informative and entertaining journey through the world of traditional tea preparation. We explore the fascinating history of tea—from the botanical origins of the Camellia sinensis tea plant to the development of various tea cultures. Participants will also learn about water filtration, the correct temperature, optimal brewing time, as well as the processing of tea leaves and their various quality grades.
Highlights of the tea seminar «Gongfu Tea Workshop»
- Tea tasting: Experience a wide range of teas, from white tea to pu-erh, with a special focus on oolong tea from Taiwan and green tea from Japan.
- Background Knowledge: Learn exciting insights into the history and culture of tea cultivation, harvesting, and processing.
- Preparation practice: Try your hand at preparing tea using traditional Chinese gaiwan, Japanese kyūsu, and other traditional tea accessories.
Duration: approximately 2 hours