In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to create delicious, café-quality matcha lattes from scratch, while uncovering what might have been going wrong in your home attempts. Whether you’re a seasoned matcha lover or just beginning your journey, this class will give you the confidence and skills to elevate your matcha game. We will start with a top grade matcha shot to get a better understanding of what "true" ceremonial grade matcha is all about (that's not for lattes), then covering the essentials of how to choose the best matcha powder specifically for lattes, and how to properly store your matcha to preserve its vibrant color and delicate flavor after opening. Next, we’ll dive into making the hot matcha latte — surprisingly the most challenging of the two. Kimmy will demonstrate how to prepare your matcha "espresso" base, and then guide you through milk steaming techniques. You’ll also get a comparison of different milk steaming tools/machines (we've tried them all), along with recommendations on the best options for home use, so you can recreate that creamy café texture in your own kitchen. While you're enjoying the hot matcha latte, we will proceed to cover some basic matcha 101 knowledge, such as how matcha is made, the differences between green tea powder and matcha (not the same), and the grading system for matcha. From there, we’ll move on to the iced matcha latte, which requires an entirely different approach. You’ll learn how to achieve that beautiful layered look and balanced taste, and practice tips and tricks to avoid common pitfalls like clumping or watered-down flavors. At the end of the workshop, you’ll take home a beautifully designed recipe card so you can keep practicing your new skills at home. Come join us for a cozy, informative afternoon and leave with the knowledge (and confidence) to make matcha lattes just like it's from your favorite matcha café - Whisk. Notes: plant-based milk only. We normally use organic soymilk or barista oatmilk. If you have any allergies or restrictions, please email us right after your booking; we will try to accomodate but cannot guarantee all dietary requests. Light snacks will be provided. Location: near Olympic Village Station Canada Line (5min - 8min walk from the station).Free & Paid parking spots also available nearby. IMPORTANT:In-person ONLY at 675 Market Hill, Vancouver. We're off on Google so detailed map instruction will be provided to the confirmed guests through an email, the day prior to the workshop. Please check your spam folder if not received, and please email us at [email protected] if you you couldn't find it in your spam folder either. By booking this event, you agree NOT to disclose our exact address to other people, and will not create a map profile on any platforms. We'd like to keep this space as private as possible. Thank you for your cooperation. Workshop Cancellation & Date Change Policy Requests made 14 days or more prior to the workshop date: Eligible for a full (100%) refund or a one-time date change (subject to availability). Requests made less than 14 days of the workshop date: Not eligible for a refund or date change. A refund may only be issued if the reserved spot is successfully filled. If you are unable to attend, you may offer your spot to friends or family who may be interested. We will make reasonable efforts to assist by advertising the availability of your spot through our social media channels; however, we cannot guarantee that the spot will be filled. If the spot remains vacant, no refund or date change will be granted.
