During the Ming Dynasty, tea culture flourished with a focus on simplicity, as brewing methods were simplified, moving away from the previous elaborate practices to just boiling water in kettles, steeping loose-leaf tea in clay teapots, and savoring it in small cups to enhance the aroma. This method brought out the natural essence of the tea leaves. It remains a core part of Chinese tea culture to this day, demonstrating the lasting influence of the Ming Dynasty on the way tea is enjoyed. In cel

Drinking tea has been an integral part of daily Chinese life for more than 4,000 years. Let's follow Angie Chiu's introduction to see how the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) painter Wen Zhengming presented tea culture through his work "Brewing Tea in a Forest Pavilion." #TheVibe #PoetryAndPainting | China Plus Culture