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 September, flōoat will be launching a pop-up in Marylebone; hosting an in-gallery dining experience Home, Away from Home with it's a local collective, Nandal Seo and La Lot; and hosting a BYOT (Bring your own tea) Saturday tea tasting inside the art gallery of 'YUAN'. On Thursdays, Fridays, 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 September events and reservations.