About this Event
Matcha and Kurinuki Bowls!
Date: May 23rd, 2026
Time: 5pm-8pm
Location: All Hands Pottery164 S Military Highway, Norfolk, VA 23505
Join us for an immersive café experience—sip, create, and set the vibe.
We’re blending creativity and calm for an evening rooted in ritual and making. We’ll begin with a matcha demonstration by Tiffany of Uncertified Café, then move into hands-on time with clay. Shape your own personalized matcha bowl (chawan) while vibing to a smooth, soothing jazz playlist.
Every detail is intentional—you’ll leave with a complimentary resin matcha whisk to elevate your at-home ritual.
Good drinks, good energy, and a little creativity—because your matcha should feel as good as it tastes.
There are two different ticket options for this event:
Wheel Throwers (10 drop-in spots | Studio members & students only)
- Watch Tiffany’s matcha demonstration
- Throw independently in the front room (no instruction)
- Take home a matcha whisk
- Clay and firing not included
Handbuilders (Open to everyone/Beginner friendly!)
- Watch Tiffany’s matcha demonstration
- No experience necessary
- Receive instruction on how to handbuild a matcha bowl using kurinuki techniques
- All materials and tools provided
- Take home a matcha whisk
- Our staff will fire and finish your piece; it will be ready for pickup approximately two weeks after the event
What is Kurinuki?
Kurinuki (sometimes spelled kirinuki or kuranuki) is a traditional Japanese handbuilding technique in ceramics that translates to “carving out” or “hollowing out.” It’s a subtractive process where a solid block of clay is carved, shaped, and hollowed into a vessel—rather than built up (like coiling) or formed on the wheel.
More about Tiffany & Uncertified Café
Tiffany is based in Hampton Roads and is the creative behind Uncertified Café—where every latte, matcha, and handcrafted refresher is made to lift your mood and elevate your sip.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
All Hands Pottery Studio, 164 S Military Highway, Norfolk, United States
USD 28.52 to USD 81.88
