About this Event
Mindfulness Matcha 101 + Mandala Watercolour Postcard Workshop
Whisk. Sip. Slow down. Create.
Join Fresh Paint Studio + Café and Sakao for a thoughtful matcha workshop in Toronto that brings together Japanese tea culture and mindful creativity.
Explore the flavours and traditions of matcha, then settle into a relaxing watercolour experience. This 90-minute workshop invites you to engage your senses, learn something new, and make space for a creative pause.
Discover the world of matcha
Sakao will guide you through an educational, hands-on experience where you will whisk, taste, and compare four grades of first harvest/ceremonial matcha, paired with wasanbon—Japanese sweets traditionally served in tea ceremonies.
Learn about matcha’s history, cultivation, preservation, and cultural significance while discovering the differences in flavour, colour, and character between each grade.
Create a mindful mandala postcard
Continue your afternoon with a 30-minute guided mandala watercolour postcard workshop led by Fresh Paint Studio.
Explore colour, pattern, and gentle brushwork as you create your own postcard. With an emphasis on enjoying the process, this beginner-friendly session offers a chance to slow down and focus on the present moment.
Take your finished postcard home as a keepsake or share it with someone who could use a thoughtful note.
No matcha knowledge or painting experience necessary. All workshop materials are provided.
Your experience includes
- Guided whisking, tasting, and comparison of four grades of matcha
- Wasanbon Japanese sweets
- An introduction to matcha’s history, cultivation, and cultural significance
- A 30-minute guided mandala watercolour postcard workshop
- All materials and your completed postcard to take home
Sunday, November 22, 2026
3:00–4:30 p.m.
Cost: $85+HST per person
Come on your own for a restorative afternoon, or invite a friend to share the experience.
Reserve Your Spot
Please note: Event bookings are non-refundable. However, bookings may be transferred to another date for a future event.
Event venue & nearby stays
2229 Kingston Rd, 2229 Kingston Road, Toronto, Canada
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