What will participants taste during the session?

Participants will taste four different Chinese loose-leaf teas while exploring their aromas, colors, textures, and flavors.

Who is leading the tea tasting?

The session is guided by Violet Yang of Forest Well Tea.

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Steeped in Culture: An Autumn Season Chinese Tea Tasting Experience

Name: Steeped in Culture: An Autumn Season Chinese Tea Tasting Experience
Start: 2026-10-02T14:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-10-02T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Sarah P. Duke Gardens

“Expect a slow-paced, educational session focused on sensory details.”

When

This Friday

Fri, Oct 2, 2026

10 AM - 12 PM

Where

Sarah P. Duke Gardens

Durham, NC

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Steeped in Culture: An Autumn Season Chinese Tea Tasting Experience is a guided sensory journey at Sarah P. Duke Gardens where participants taste four different Chinese loose-leaf teas. Led by Violet Yang of Forest Well Tea, the session explores the history, plant biology, processing methods, and regional origins of each selection. This Friday morning gathering is designed to be an approachable, educational session focused on aromas, colors, textures, and evolving flavors. It makes a wonderful weekend starter for parents looking to slow down, connect with others, and discover the depth of traditional tea culture in a beautiful garden setting.

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What will participants taste during the session?: Participants will taste four different Chinese loose-leaf teas while exploring their aromas, colors, textures, and flavors.
Who is leading the tea tasting?: The session is guided by Violet Yang of Forest Well Tea.

Last updated September 26, 2026

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Steeped in Culture: An Autumn Season Chinese Tea Tasting Experience runs Fri, Oct 2, 2026, 10 AM - 12 PM.

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Sarah P. Duke Gardens is at 420 Anderson Street, Durham, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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