The Korean Tea Table: Discover the Art of Korean Tea and Traditional Tea Snacks with Korea’s Tea Ambassador, Tea Master Yoon Hee Kim
Presented by the Korean Cultural Center New York.
◾ DATE & TIME: Sunday, August 23, 2026 @ 10 AM & 2 PM
◾ VENUE: Bu-Eok at the Korean Cultural Center New York
(122 E 32nd Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10016)
◾ ADMISSION: Free (Pre-registration required)
* Space is limited; advance registration is required.
* Due to limited capacity, participants will be selected through a randomized lottery process.
The Korean Cultural Center New York (KCCNY) is pleased to present The Korean Tea Table: Discover the Art of Korean Tea and Traditional Tea Snacks with Tea Master Yoon Hee Kim, a special cultural workshop presented as part of the Global K-Zone Project, an initiative designed to introduce the richness of Korean culture and lifestyle to audiences around the world.
Tea has long been an integral part of Korean life, representing far more than a simple beverage. Rooted in harmony with nature and an appreciation for the changing seasons, Korean tea culture reflects values of balance, mindfulness, and quiet elegance. Accompanied by carefully crafted traditional sweets, the Korean tea table embodies centuries of culinary heritage, refined aesthetics, and the spirit of sharing.
This immersive workshop invites participants to experience the beauty of Korean tea culture through an introduction to Darye (Korean tea ceremony), a guided tasting of traditional Korean teas, and a hands-on workshop creating traditional Korean snacks. Participants will explore the stories behind Korea's tea traditions, discover the characteristics of a variety of traditional teas, and learn how tea and traditional confections are thoughtfully paired to create harmony in flavor, texture, and presentation.
More than a culinary workshop, The Korean Tea Table offers an opportunity to discover Korea through one of its most elegant cultural traditions. By bringing together tea, tea snacks, and the philosophy behind them, participants will gain a deeper appreciation for the artistry, craftsmanship, and cultural values that continue to shape Korean tea culture today.
The workshop will be led by Korea’s Tea Ambassador Yoon Hee Kim, tea master, chef, and founder of Tea Classics and Tea and Food Arts with Yoon Hee Kim, who has devoted her career to sharing the traditions of Korean tea and its connection to culinary culture through education, research, and cultural programs.
Workshop Highlights
Introduction to Korean tea culture and its history
Demonstration of Darye (Korean Tea Ceremony)
Guided tasting of traditional Korean teas
Hands-on traditional Korean Tea Snacks-making
Tea and sweet pairing experience
Insights into Korean tea etiquette, seasonal traditions, and the aesthetics of the Korean tea table
Join us for this unique cultural experience and discover how a single cup of tea can offer a deeper understanding of Korea's traditions, aesthetics, and timeless appreciation for the art of tea.
◆ ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Yoon Hee Kim
Tea Master | Chef | Culinary Educator | Korea's Tea Ambassador
Yoon Hee Kim is the Founder and Managing Director of Tea Classics and Tea and Food Arts with Yoon Hee Kim. An internationally recognized tea master, chef, culinary educator, and consultant, she has spent more than two decades sharing the traditions of Korean tea culture through education, research, culinary arts, and international cultural exchange.
Named Korea's Tea Ambassador by Jeollanam-do Province in recognition of her dedication to promoting Korea's tea heritage worldwide, Ms. Kim is also a Certified Tea Master, Certified Instructor of Korean Cuisine, and Founder of the Korean Tea Culture Foundation. A graduate of the Institute of Culinary Education (ICE) in New York, she has taught and presented at leading culinary institutions, museums, and international conferences across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Her work seamlessly connects Korean tea ceremony, traditional cuisine, and tea-food pairing, inspiring audiences to discover Korean culture through the timeless art of tea.