Wisdom and Craftsmanship in Everyday Lives

Programmes in October 2026 

 

 

 

 

Programmes in October 2026 

 

A bowl of herbal tea, a jar of snake wine or a dose of Chinese herbal medicine embodies the folk wisdom of living in harmony with the seasons and nurturing wellbeing. Traditional crafts such as lacquerware making, face threading, painting mounting, and Ying stone (ornamental limestone from Yingde) rockery miniature landscape crafting reveal artisans' meticulous pursuit of techniques and aesthetics. These everyday practices and skills are, in essence, the accumulated wisdom of generations.

 

This season, the "Meet the Masters!" Series features the theme "Wisdom and Craftsmanship in Everyday Lives". Through sharing sessions and demonstrations, the programmes from October to December 2026 will guide participants from everyday customs to master craftsmanship, gaining insight of how intangible cultural heritage continues to thrive in today's world.

 

 

Nurturing Vitality: Sharing and Demonstration on Snake Wine

Snake wine is one of the elements of traditional Chinese medicine culture and is generally regarded as a medicinal product. This activity will introduce the ingredients, making processes and customs associated with snake wine. Through sharing and demonstration, participants will learn about the handling, steaming and soaking processes, and gain an understanding of the traditional practice of using snake wine in wellness practices, both as medicine and for consumption.

 

 

 

Hidden Refreshment in the Box: Sharing and Demonstration on Kam Wo Tea/Hop Chai Tea

Kam Wo Tea produced in Hong Kong, (also known as "Hop Chai Tea"), is a herbal tea produced using the traditional method of nine rounds of steaming and sun-drying. Through sharing and demonstration, this activity will introduce the ingredients, production features and brewing methods of Hop Chai Tea, allowing participants to discover the traditional family craft embodied in each box of all-purpose Kam Wo Tea.

 

 

 

Botanical Breeze: Sharing and Demonstration on Herbal Tea

In the warm, humid climate of Lingnan, herbal tea becomes a folk wisdom for maintaining health and preventing illness. Through sharing and demonstration, this activity will introduce common ingredients and brewing methods of herbal tea. Participants will also make their own herbal tea bags, gaining insight into the folk wisdom of health preservation embedded in this practice.

 

 

 

Layers of Lustre: Sharing and Demonstration on Lacquerware Making Technique

Lacquerware making combines practical function with decorative art. This activity will introduce the basic processes of lacquerware making, from drafting, painting to lacquering. Through sharing and demonstration, participants will come to appreciate the intricate craftsmanship and ingenuity embodied in this traditional technique.

 

 

 

Remarks: The above programmes may be subject to change or cancellation. Please take note of our update.

 

The above programmes are also the activities in the Chinese Culture Promotion Series. The LCSD has long been promoting Chinese history and culture through organising an array of programmes and activities to enable the public to learn more about the broad and profound Chinese culture. For more information, please visit https://ccpo.gov.hk/en/.