Tea Merchant & Street Art Tour

“Why do Chinese people love tea so much? There is an old saying in China about the seven necessities for starting for one’s day, For the record that’s firewood, rice, oil, salt, sauce (usually soy), vinegar and, of course, tea.

This behind-the-scenes tour of one of Singapore’s oldest tea merchants showcases how they blend and roast their tea leaves in the traditional style. Hear interesting stories which go way back to 1925 and their relationship with one of Singapore’s unique delicacies, Bak Kut Teh (Pork Rib Soup).

Be amazed with their effort to catch up with the times, as they constantly innovate with tea. Both young and old can learn to appreciate tea with a tasting session of three different types of premium grade tea leaves – including their innovative champagne tea.

Get a hands-on as you try traditional wrapping of tea leaves which you can take home. Finally, put your tea brewing skills to use with a heritage Nanyang Tea Brewing Combo Set during the tea demonstration session.

We continue our journey to explore street art from our famed homegrown local artist Yip Yew Chong. His colourful, Instagram-worthy and lifelike murals depict life in Singapore in the 70’s & 80’s, from street stalls, to homes, to street opera. Graffiti is illegal in Singapore and artists will need permission from the building owners and the government authority before painting any walls!”