{"id":13857,"date":"2026-08-28T11:29:26","date_gmt":"2026-08-28T10:29:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/portocoffeeweek.pt\/?post_type=mec-events&#038;p=13857"},"modified":"2026-08-28T11:29:26","modified_gmt":"2026-08-28T10:29:26","slug":"workshop-the-matcha-ritual","status":"publish","type":"mec-events","link":"https:\/\/portocoffeeweek.pt\/en\/eventos-pcw-2026\/workshop-o-ritual-do-matcha\/","title":{"rendered":"Workshop: The Matcha Ritual"},"content":{"rendered":"<p dir=\"ltr\">Introductory workshop to the world of matcha, designed for anyone who has never prepared a cup but wants to leave knowing how to do it well. In partnership with Kiwa, we will be using ceremonial-grade matcha to explore:<\/p>\n<ul dir=\"ltr\">\n<li><strong>The history of matcha<\/strong> \u2014 from Japanese tea ceremonies to the recent global explosion, and what distinguishes ceremonial matcha from culinary matcha.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Whisking technique<\/strong> \u2014 how to use the chasen (bamboo whisk) to get the characteristic, lump-free froth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Benefits<\/strong> \u2014 nutritional profile, L-theanine, slow-release caffeine and why it is considered a coffee alternative by many.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Preparation techniques<\/strong> \u2014 proportions, water temperature, and the differences between usucha (thin) and koicha (thick).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Beginner-friendly format, no prior knowledge needed \u2014 ideal for anyone who wants to understand the matcha hype beyond Instagram.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An introductory workshop to the world of matcha, in partnership with Kiwa. 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