PROGRAMME:
Learn the Cha, Feel the Chill 茶之道・悠然心
FACILITATOR:
Professor Eliza Liu 廖子芳教授
TIME:
14:30 - 17:30
VENUE:
JC3 302 - 303
LANGUAGE:
Cantonese
QUOTA:
30
REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT:
$100 (except participants of “Sip, Snap, Stroll in Yunnan”)
Step into the evolving world of tea!
This workshop bridges tradition and innovation, covering the history and development of the six major tea categories, the science behind modern tea beverages, and the latest trends in the tea industry.
Beyond theory, you will explore essential brewing principles while gaining hands-on experience in brewing and tasting tea, learning the techniques and etiquette of preparing and appreciating it.
Join us to deepen your appreciation for tea as both a timeless culture and a dynamic modern craft.
Professor Eliza Liu 廖子芳教授
Tea Master • Tea Sommelier
Professor Eliza Liu is a preeminent figure in Chinese tea culture. A distinguished Tea Master and Tea Sommelier, she is widely celebrated as the "First Lady of Tea in Hong Kong" (香港第一女茶人). Among all the roles she is currently serving, she is the President of both the Teaism Alliance Hong Kong (香港茶道總會) and the International Chinese Tea Club (中國國際茶藝會), where she bridges ancient traditions with modern scholarship to advance the global tea community.
Her academic prestige is anchored by her roles as Professor at Guizhou University (貴州大學), Visiting Professor at Jiangxi Wuyuan Tea Vocational College (江西婺源茶業職業學院), and Honorary Member of the China International Tea Culture Institute (中國國際茶文化研究會). Furthermore, she shares her specialized expertise as a Guest Professor for master-level courses at the Hong Kong Chinese Culinary Institute (中華廚藝學院). Professor Liu’s career harmonizes education, artistry, and heritage, making her a vital authority for Chinese tea enthusiasts and scholars worldwide.
Co-Curricular Learning (CCL) recognised (except for “Sip, Snap, Stroll in Yunnan” participants)
This workshop is designed in collaboration with Prof. Christophe Tong of FASS for “Sip, Snap, Stroll in Yunnan”.
1. Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email.
2. Seats will be allocated on a first-paid, first-served basis.
3. UGC funded students will receive a CCL record and a deposit refund after attending the workshop and completing the event survey. (except for “Sip, Snap, Stroll in Yunnan” participants)
4. Priority will be given to participants of “Sip, Snap, Stroll in Yunnan”.
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