A Zen Morning Ritual
Ink, Tea & Tai Chi
The Green Meadows,
Santa Cruz
Sunday 20th September
8:30am – 2:00pm
$888 per person
( Early Access – full payment before 5th September)
$988 per person
(Regular – full payment after 5th September)
A Chinese Cultural Experience Awaits You:
Meditative Chinese Ink Painting
with Chinese ink painter:
Nicole Tang
Step into the quiet world of traditional Chinese ink painting, where every brushstroke is a form of meditation. Guests will be guided to channel the rhythmic flow of ink and water, discovering how ancient Chinese bamboo brush techniques transform simple strokes into classic imagery. Together, we will capture the resilient spirit of the bamboo and the delicate grace of birds, giving life to this art form through mindful creation. No artistic experience needed.
An Authentic Chinese Tea & Pairings with Asian Chef:
Candace Chow
Nourish your body and spirit with a mindfully curated, authentic Chinese menu. Prepared entirely by a master Chinese chef, each dish is paired harmoniously with traditional Chinese tea, transforming dining into a slow, intentional culinary ritual. You will be presented with an authentic Chinese menu with a Chinese tea tasting for 45 minutes.
Gentle Tai Chi Flow with Tai Chi Master
Sifu Khabir
Through slow, intentional, and fluid gestures, you will guide your energy like water—soft, continuous, and deeply restorative. Whether you are stepping onto the movement for the very first time or deepening an existing practice, this session offers a nurturing space to ground your body, quiet your mind, and restore your natural harmony.
Imperial Tea & Asian Buffet Menu
A Gift of Continued Mindfulness
To continue your experience beyond Ink, Tea & Bonsai at home, guests will have the opportunity to purchase handcrafted keepsakes that are put together in the artist’s studio.
A Ceye Book
A handmade, Chinese-style accordion book. A blank canvas waiting for your future flow.
Original Chinese Ink Paintings
A piece of meaningful ink art to hang in your home or workspace as a visual anchor for calm. The artist’s studio collection includes original Chinese ink paintings and Chinese calligraphy.
A Jar of Premium Chinese Loose-Leaf Green Tea
Hand-selected to allow you to recreate the warmth and presence of our tea ritual in your own quiet mornings.
Meet the Team
Here’s what past Ink and Tea guests have to say about their experience!
I couldn’t be happier with my experience. The quality is outstanding, and the attention to detail is impressive. I’ll definitely be back for more!
— Aya Wilson
Nicole created such a warm, welcoming environment that no previous art experience was needed at all. Just arrive with an open heart and allow yourself to enjoy the process.
Highly recommended for anyone needing a pause from the noise of everyday life and a chance to reconnect with creativity, calm, and self.
— Marianne Hosein
The feeling of serenity from start to finish, the location was perfect, the beautiful table decor and setting, the apparent simplicity of the art, the calm, kind and very pleasant hostess. It was just what my soul needed on that day.
— Gillian Farfan-Ow Buland
A group of strangers met for the first time to explore the ancient art of Chinese ink paintings. Our guide, Nicole, provided us with easy to use tool and n even easier way to express ourselves using them.
It was an afternoon rooted in stillness, quiet and creativity. Couldn’t ask for a better experience. The flow, easy to understand guide, and a tea break all made a lasting impression, yet the ability to just sit quietly was the highlight of it all.
— Romario Solomon