The Art of Tea
Embark on a deeper exploration of tea origins, tasting techniques and brewing methods.
A tea-making masterclass at Newby London
Discover a true taste of London with this curated introduction to the fine art of tea-making.
Begin with a specialist-led masterclass at Newby London, which guides you through the flavours, traditions and origins of tea. This is followed by the option to visit to the Chitra Collection, a private museum of historic tea-ware.
Guests may further shape their day with a suggested itinerary, including a COMO Shambhala Kitchen afternoon tea, which offers a contemporary, wellness-focused reinterpretation of the British tradition.
Masterclass options
The experience is centred on a visit to Newby London, where a tea sommelier guides guests through a curated tasting of selected teas, introducing flavour profiles, preparation methods and the cultural history of each blend.
The experience can be further enhanced with a private guided visit to the Chitra Collection led by an art curator. This experience offers access to a rare archive of over 3,000 historic tea-ware objects spanning more than three centuries, including the world’s most valuable teapot, the Marie Antoinette teapot, Fabergé spoons and Admiral Nelson’s teapot.
Tea Masterclass
British Tea Culture
Discover the evolution of tea traditions in the UK.
Matcha Masterclass
Join this focused session on matcha, including preparation using traditional tools.
About Newby Tea House
Newby London is a luxury tea brand dedicated to preserving tea heritage and craftsmanship. Based in London, it is known for sourcing exceptional teas and presenting them through education and ritual. At its boutique, guests are invited to explore tea not only as a beverage, but as a cultural and sensory experience.
