Gongfu Tea Ceremony (Gongfu Cha)
The gong fu cha tea ceremony — what Gongfu Cha is, where it comes from in Chaozhou, and how to brew Chinese tea with skill and stillness.
How to Host a Gongfu Tea Ceremony Step by Step at Home
Learn how to host a Gongfu tea ceremony step by step, from setting the scene and choosing teaware to brewing oolong through multiple infusions with Chaozhou-style grace.
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Chaozhou Gongfu Cha: The 21 Steps Explained (With Home Adaptation)
Master the 21 steps of Chaozhou Gongfu Cha, from preparing teaware to the final sip. Includes a step-by-step guide for home practice.
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Chinese Tea Etiquette: 6 Host Rules and the Finger-Tapping Thank You
Learn Chinese tea etiquette for hosts and guests, including the finger-tapping thank-you gesture and unspoken Gongfu Cha rules.
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Chinese Tea Ceremony vs Japanese Tea Ceremony: Key Differences
Compare Gongfu Cha and sadō: origins, vessels, movements, and philosophy. Discover which Chinese or Japanese tea ceremony fits you.
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Sichuan Long-Spout Teapot Art: Chengdu's Dancing Kettle
Discover Sichuan long-spout teapot tea art, where Chengdu tea masters pour boiling tea from a meter away. History, moves, and where to see it.
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What Is Gongfu Tea (Gongfu Cha)? A Beginner's Guide
Learn what gongfu tea is, where Gongfu Cha comes from, what teaware you need, and how to brew your first gongfu tea session step by step.
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