A cup of history: Chinese tea culture and its global journey This public-facing cultural event explores the history of Chinese tea from a global perspective. The session will trace tea from its early origins in China to its role in global trade, reflecting on how it shaped connections between China and the wider world.The talk will be followed by a live tea demonstration using traditional Chinese tea sets, along with a limited tasting experience for participants.Places are limited, please register (free) at the link (Eventbrite). Tags Event History Students May 21 2026 16.00 - 17.00 A cup of history: Chinese tea culture and its global journey Join Huirong Cheng - PhD Candidate in Economic & Social History - for this very special event on International Tea Day. Meadows Lecture Theatre, Doorway 4, Old Medical School, Teviot Place, Edinburgh EH8 9AG Find the venue Tickets (free)
A cup of history: Chinese tea culture and its global journey This public-facing cultural event explores the history of Chinese tea from a global perspective. The session will trace tea from its early origins in China to its role in global trade, reflecting on how it shaped connections between China and the wider world.The talk will be followed by a live tea demonstration using traditional Chinese tea sets, along with a limited tasting experience for participants.Places are limited, please register (free) at the link (Eventbrite). Tags Event History Students May 21 2026 16.00 - 17.00 A cup of history: Chinese tea culture and its global journey Join Huirong Cheng - PhD Candidate in Economic & Social History - for this very special event on International Tea Day. Meadows Lecture Theatre, Doorway 4, Old Medical School, Teviot Place, Edinburgh EH8 9AG Find the venue Tickets (free)
May 21 2026 16.00 - 17.00 A cup of history: Chinese tea culture and its global journey Join Huirong Cheng - PhD Candidate in Economic & Social History - for this very special event on International Tea Day.