Intro to the Myth of Tea Workshop
Join us for an immersive tea class that uncovers how to deepen a personal and meaningful connection with tea (Camellia sinensis and its varietals). With an emphasis on mindfulness, we’ll explore the natural world of tea, as well as the art of brewing and tasting. We will be sampling 3 teas that dynamically represent the relationship between leaf, nature and the hands that bring this amazing leaf to our humble cups.
$5 from each class participant will be donated to OPAL Environmental Justice Oregon. OPAL’s work aligns with our mindful approach to tea and our commitment to a harmonious relationship with nature. Together, we can help foster a world where all communities are empowered to live sustainably and equitably within the natural world we cherish.
To foster an inclusive and supportive community, we are offering a flexible payment model for this immersive tea class. You can choose between two payment options: $25 or $15, depending on what you can afford. Your generosity helps make this experience accessible to all, contributing to a circle of support that values fairness and inclusion. Together, we can create a community that benefits everyone.
This class is taught by D’Guar Herrera. D’Guar (they/them) is a devoted student of tea based in Portland, Oregon. Their journey with tea began with a search for deeper purpose and connection. Tea found them, offering secrets, mysteries, stories, and spells. Through tea, D’Guar has discovered a profound depth of self, rooted in a mindful devotion to the leaf and a love of sharing this passion with others. Coming from generations of ancestors who stewarded the gifts of the land and listened to the earth’s heartbeat, D’Guar believes that reconnecting with nature through tea is not only vital but also a way to build community and honor the earth.
