Explore the full spectrum of tea culture by taking in a complimentary presentation as tea experts, local and international, share their knowledge on the Presentation Stage.
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Saturday
1pm: Tea Etiquette
Presenter: Bernadette Petrotta (Author)
A fascinating look at the history of tea which will include how tea began in China, spread to Europe and America, styles of tea service such as High Tea and Afternoon Tea, as well proper tea etiquette.
2pm: Intro to Professional Tea Tasting
Presenter: Daniela Cubelic (Silk Road Tea)
Learn the fascinating secrets of how tea professionals taste, understand and assess tea from Daniela Cubelic, acclaimed Tea Master and owner of Victoria’s Silk Road Tea.
3pm: Tea Cocktails
Presenter: Solomon Siegel (Bartender)
Join Solomon Siegel, award-winning mixologist, for a look at tea in cocktails as he demonstrates the various ways tea can be used to make fantastic drinks. Tea is an incredibly versatile way to enhance the flavour of many cocktails.
Sunday
12pm: Health Benefits & Uses of Herbal Teas
Presenters: Dr. Jasmine Wong (ND) & Dr. Kyle Morrison (ND)
Come join in this informative presentation on the various medicinal uses of herbal teas for various health conditions. Learn how to incorporate these teas in the form of drinkable and topical applications to improve overall health.
1pm: Historical Art of Murchie’s Tea Blending
Presenter: Nancy Davis (Murchie’s)
Murchie’s steps back in time to the late 1800′s and discusses the art of tea blending. Take a look at how founder, John Murchie, created some of the 117 years old signature blends and how the famous family blend book got started.
2pm: Tea-Infused Pastries
Presenter: Chef David Booth (Terrible Truffles)
Chef David Booth will demonstrate how to extract the flavour of your favourite teas right into the pastry itself. Sample some Jasmine shortbread, strawberry chamomile custard, and Earl Grey Milk Chocolate Truffles.
Music
Music provided by Brad Prevedoros and Twisted String.
For full descriptions and biographies of all presenters, click here.
