10:00 am - Zen, Tea, & Cultural Harmony: A Journey Through Taoism and the East
10:00 - 10:45 am; Jennifer Nowicki
Learn the historical development of Zen Buddhism, its relationship with Taoism, and its profound impact on tea culture in China, Korea, Vietnam, and Japan. You will learn of a multifaceted relationship between tea and various Eastern philosophies and cultures, connections between tea and Taoism in China, and evolution and significance of the Japanese tea ceremony as a Zen practice.
Presenter Bio
Jennifer Nowicki, Cultivate Taste Tea
With over 25 years of experience in the tea industry, Jennifer is a professionally trained, certified tea specialist from the Specialty Tea Institute. Having represented the US tea industry at two world tea conferences in China, Jennifer brings deep expertise and a global perspective to Cultivate Taste Tea, sharing a passion for exceptional tea and refined tea culture.