Experiencing Everyday Hong Kong - A Yum Cha Cultural Journey
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Dim sum is a cornerstone of Hong Kong life. Say “dim sum” and you're sure to conjure up images of steamy barbequed pork buns, delicate shrimp dumplings, pan-fried radish cake...and, of course, all the tea you can drink.
Immerse yourself in this cultural and culinary experience with a guided visit to a teahouse, where you’ll use your five senses to learn what yum cha is all about. First, you’ll select your leaves and ground yourself in the heady aromas and clinking porcelain of the restaurant. Then, you’ll learn the small gestures that locals know by heart – from rinsing your utensils with hot tea to the finger-tapping tradition that signals “thank you”. You may even find yourself politely sharing a table with fellow diners, just as generations of Hongkongers have done – a small taste of the warmth and spontaneity of dim sum in a busy city.
This sensory journey into yum cha’s food, customs, and craft is an authentic introduction to Hong Kong’s living heritage, one cup of tea at a time.
Remarks
- Registered participants are required to arrive at the gathering point and check in with on-site staff at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time. Registrations will be held until the start time, after which any unclaimed quotas will be released to standby attendees.
- Food served during the programme may contain peanuts, nuts, soy, wheat, seafood, shellfish, pork, and dairy products. Participants with food allergies or specific dietary requirements (such as vegetarian or Halal), please email to [email protected] at least 1 week in advance.
- The programme includes outdoor itineraries, individuals with limited mobility are advised to participate at their own discretion.
- If any unforeseeable circumstances or emergency happen during the event (e.g. adverse weather, accidents or disturbances), the programme may be suspended or cancelled immediately depending on the actual conditions.
- If there are any emergencies during the programme, please notify the staff on site immediately for assistance.
- Programmes are subject to change without prior notice. HKPAX reserves the right to final decision regarding programme arrangements.
