SUNDAY LECTURES (NOV 3RD)
ALL LECTURES ARE FREE WITH GENERAL ADMISSION.
SPACE IS AVAILABLE ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS. SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. more to come!
Tea 101 for the ‘Tea Novice’ Led by a Certified Tea Sommelier
SUNDAY, november 3RD, 11:30AM-12:30PM
GABRIELLE JAMMAL, CERTIFIED TEA SOMMELIER, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TEJAVA
Join Gabrielle Jammal for a peek into the world of a tea sommelier and her journey to become a tea expert as you learn the basics of tea — from where tea is grown to the various types of tea, what makes a high-quality tea, proper brewing techniques, and so much more. You will also have the chance to taste an award-winning bottled tea, created from tea leaves sourced from Java, Indonesia. Bring your questions, your taste buds and your passion to learn about tea.
Tejava – The Unsweetened Tea – will have a special guest, acclaimed tea sommelier Gabrielle Jammal (Instagram: @the.tea.lady) who will be at their sampling table on Saturday from 12-1 and Sunday from 12:30-1:30 to answer any questions you may have about tea!
In Search of Ultimate Matcha
SUNDAY, november 3RD, 1-2PM
Eijiro Tsukada, CUZEN MATCHA
Join Eijiro ("Ey-jee-roh") Tsukada, founder and CEO of Cuzen Matcha, as he shares the history and benefits of drinking freshly ground matcha. With over eighteen years of experience in the Japanese and American tea industries, Eijiro launched Cuzen Matcha, an innovative matcha system that consists of Matcha Maker and Matcha Leaf, in 2020 to provide premium matcha to the global at-home consumer while supporting Japanese tea farmers who have committed to growing high-quality organic tea. Later this year, he will launch Cuzen Matcha Maker Pro, a commercial-use matcha maker for the cafes and restaurants who need to serve a large amount of higher quality matcha. His approach to inspiring consumers to drink fresh matcha has evolved with the market. Yet, Eijiro has remained focused on simplifying the tea experience and creating a harmonious future by expanding access to healthy, freshly ground organic matcha's flavor and health benefits.
Cooking with Tea: Infusions and innovations that take tea beyond the drink
SUNDAY, november 3RD, 2:30-3:30
Kevin Kent, K and K Chai
Limited to 80 attendees on a first come, first served basis.
In this session, you'll learn about the rich flavors and aromas of various teas and how to incorporate them into delicious dishes that will elevate your culinary repertoire. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just a tea enthusiast, this class will inspire you to experiment with the versatile world of tea in your kitchen. Bring your passion for tea and leave with new recipes and techniques to impress your friends and family!
What to expect:
Tea Selections: Discover how to pair different types of tea with ingredients to enhance their natural flavors.
Expert Guidance: Led by an experienced Tea Sommelier, you’ll gain valuable insights into the art of cooking with tea.
Tasting Experience: Enjoy a communal tasting of savory and sweet tea infused creations.
