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The Soul of Tea: A Journey Through Tea and Art

Residences, immersive experiences,
practicing gong fu cha,
matcha sabō.

A unique place where tea takes root in beauty, gesture and soul.
In the heart of Paris, ALMA (tea gallery) is a contemporary space dedicated to the world of tea and everything it awakens: meaning, silence, matter, connection.

María Kockmann, curator

Upcoming Events

    Gong Fu Cha
    Gong Fu Cha
    Wed, Mar 25
    Alma tea gallery
    A moment suspended around the Gong Fu Cha, to let the tea unfold slowly and return to the essential.
    Cérémonie de Cacao
    Cérémonie de Cacao
    Sat, Mar 28
    Alma tea gallery
    Un rituel ancestral venu du Mexique où le cacao devient élixir de présence, de gratitude et de connexion au vivant.
    Ce liant qui nous unit : That Which Binds Us: a Photographic Exhibition by François Sam
    Ce liant qui nous unit : That Which Binds Us: a Photographic Exhibition by François Sam
    Du 22 janvier au 7 février 2026
    Paris
    More than an infusion, the art of tea is an experience of connection. It is not limited to tasting or sensory delight, but opens onto a wider, deeply human space.
    "Pu'er, portrait of a family" by Katrin Rougeventre and Clément Ledermann
    "Pu'er, portrait of a family" by Katrin Rougeventre and Clément Ledermann
    Jusqu'au 19 janvier 2026
    Paris
    A suspended moment, where photography, tea and craftsmanship converse to celebrate the soul of Pu’er.
    L'art du thé  : Initiation à la pratique sensible 01
    L'art du thé  : Initiation à la pratique sensible 01
    Disponible à la demande
    Paris
    Initiation sensible à l’art du thé invite à une exploration incarnée du geste, de la matière et de la présence. Il ne s’agit pas d’une formation technique, mais d’une expérience vivante, où l’on apprend par le corps, par les sens et par l’attention, déclinée en cinq sessions de 4h chacune.
    La Gong Fu Thèque
    La Gong Fu Thèque
    La date et l'heure sont à définir
    Paris
    Pratique du Gong Fu Cha en liberté guidée, deux heures durant, avec un thé de grande qualité sélectionné par Katrin Rougeventre. Sur réservation, créneau horaire à communiquer après achat, du mercredi au samedi, jeudi et vendredi nocturnes jusqu'à 21h30.
    Korean Echoes: A tasting experience in four sensations with Thestimony
    Korean Echoes: A tasting experience in four sensations with Thestimony
    Sat, Mar 21
    Alma tea gallery
    An immersive tasting in four sensations to discover the discreet finesse of Korean teas, enhanced by food and tea pairings and guided by the Brussels-based company Thestimony.
    Tea trade in Canton 1769-1869 - Conference
    Tea trade in Canton 1769-1869 - Conference
    Thu, Mar 19
    Alma tea gallery
    Hosting this conference in Alma is no coincidence. In this space dedicated to the soul of tea, it is precious to remember that each leaf carries within it a story far greater than the cup. Understanding Canton means understanding how tea became global.
    Cérémonie du thé au bol
    Cérémonie du thé au bol
    Wed, Mar 11
    Alma tea gallery
    Une heure simple et ancrée, en compagnie du thé, à travers une cérémonie du thé guidée, inspirée de l’esprit du Cha Dao, la Voie du thé. Un moment partagé ouvert à tous, pour ralentir, déposer le tumulte des pensées et revenir aux sens, porté par la présence du thé.
    Senses Beyond Notes X Yumm Cha | Tea & Incense Session
    Senses Beyond Notes X Yumm Cha | Tea & Incense Session
    Sun, Mar 01
    Alma tea gallery
    A promising experience for tea lovers seeking something beyond tasting notes. A chance to encounter prestigious teas and wild aromatic woods with the care they truly deserve, and to leave with a richer, more expanded way of experiencing tea that stays with you.
    The Art of Tea and the Quality of Vessels: a Conversation with Joëlle Swanet
    The Art of Tea and the Quality of Vessels: a Conversation with Joëlle Swanet
    Thu, Feb 26
    Alma Tea Gallery
    This gathering is intended for tea lovers, ceramic enthusiasts, and all those who wish to gain a deeper understanding, with awareness and without dogma, of the objects that accompany their everyday gestures.
    Tea ceremony for the Lunar  New Year
    Tea ceremony for the Lunar  New Year
    Mon, Feb 16
    Alma tea gallery
    In the quiet space of Alma, where tea meets art and presence, we gather in the gentle light of early spring to honour the beginning of the Lunar New Year a time of renewal, reflection, and quiet turning.
    Evening Tea House
    Evening Tea House
    Fri, Jan 30
    Alma Tea Gallery
    For Alma, evening isn't a schedule, it's a state of mind. By candlelight, with a warm cup in hand, time slows down. Inspired by Eastern Tea Traditions, this experience invites you to slow down, breathe, and set an intention.
    Alma's Tea Times: Elena Kalmykova lets her material speak for itself
    Alma's Tea Times: Elena Kalmykova lets her material speak for itself
    Sat, Jan 17
    Alma Tea Gallery
    Alma is now opening a space dedicated to pastry chefs: a Tea Time where each creator is invited to freely express their world, their memory of taste, and their way of connecting with tea. To inaugurate this series, Alma welcomes Elena Kalmykova, a pastry chef trained at Ferrandi.
    Atelier d’écriture théiné : quand le thé ouvre la voie des mots
    Atelier d’écriture théiné : quand le thé ouvre la voie des mots
    Sat, Jan 10
    Alma Tea Gallery
    Un temps suspendu, convivial et inspirant, pour écrire autrement, porté par le thé. Animé par Nathalie Hegron, DiviniThé, avec les thés Nunshen.
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