Expanding Horizons: Matcha Basics with Kathy YL Chan, Sunday March 15th 5:00-6:00pm at Chalait

On Sunday March 15th from 5:00 to 6:00pm Chalait will be closing its doors for an intimate private event. Join us for a special evening with tea specialist Kathy YL Chan learning all the basics of matcha as well as how to pair food with matcha. Guests will have the opportunity to learn how to whisk matcha the traditional way, learn about health benefits, and ideal food pairings with a customized selection of sweet and savories prepared by Chalait.

Learning Objectives:

• An interactive session on the correct way to prepare traditional matcha
• Health benefits and incorporating matcha in your daily lifestyle
• Understanding the basics of matcha (ex. origins, distinguishing quality)
• Tasting notes and how to pair matcha with food

Included in the price, guests will also take home a traditional three-piece set of matcha utensils consisting of:

• Matcha whisk (chasen)
• Matcha bowl (chawan)
• Bamboo spoon (chashaku)

Kathy YL Chan writes, consults and educates about tea. You can read more about her on her website here.

Price for tickets is $115 per person and you can purchase tickets here.