In The Classic of Tea (760), Lu Yu observes the rituals of tea spreading to the masses with the emergence of Tea Booths (Chatan) and Small Teahouses (Chaliao), shifting the identity of teahouses from refined architecture frequented by nobles to become an integral hub of Chinese communities - a place where neighbours met for news, socials, entertainment, and tea.

It is with this value that flōoat curates its calendar. In May, we will be hosting two social events in our tea room, an Upcycled: Bookbinding Workshop with Kamipaper, and Potluck: Some reasons to eat ssam (lettuce) on May 25th with Nandal Seo. On Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, the tea room will serve as a quiet space for working, studying, and chatting softly over tea.

We hope flōoat becomes a second home one returns to when they’re looking for a community, a space to learn about different skills, and a moment to share thoughts with yourself and others through tea. Check Rituals+Spaces for May events and reservations.