Mastering Matcha 101: Make Perfect Matcha at Home 🍵✨

Matcha is a Japanese green tea rich in antioxidants and micronutrients, known for supporting detoxification, anti-ageing, calm focus and natural energy. But prepared incorrectly, it can turn bitter and clumpy and lose its benefits.

In this practical live online workshop, you’ll learn to make matcha properly and confidently:

Traditional method: Use a whisk (chasen) and bowl (chawan) so you know what well-made matcha should look and taste like.
Modern everyday method: A quick, fuss-free way to make smooth matcha with no special tools, perfect for beginners.
Recipes: Matcha green tea and simple matcha lattes.

We’ll finish with a relaxed live Q&A so you leave feeling confident and inspired.

What you’ll learn

What makes matcha different from regular green tea
How to choose, store and use matcha correctly
Why matcha’s caffeine feels calm and balanced
How to maximise its health and beauty benefits
Common mistakes and how to avoid them

This class includes

1.5-hour live online workshop
Recording available for 10 days
Matcha 101 eBook: a complete guide to enjoying matcha at home

Who it’s for

Anyone who loves matcha or is curious about it. No experience needed!

What you’ll need

Your enthusiastic self!

Joining without our matcha box? Please prepare:

Ceremonial grade matcha
Room temperature water and hot boiling water (kettle nearby)
Plant-based milk of your choice (Bonsoy or oat milk work well)
A teaspoon
A glass jar with a secure screw-top lid (test for leaks by filling with water and shaking). Please don’t use a stainless steel shaker, as it affects matcha’s flavour and colour.
Optional: a chasen and chawan, if you have them

Your host

Chef Yoshiko Takeuchi has 20 years of teaching experience and is the author of Cooking with Soy and Cooking with Japanese Superfoods. She is renowned for cooking in some of Sydney’s top kitchens and for her work on The Biggest Loser.

Please note

Reservations can be transferred to the next available class with more than 30 days’ notice.
If you can’t attend, you’re welcome to offer your spot to someone else.
Cancellations are not refundable.
Booking is essential and subject to availability.

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