If your love for matcha goes beyond ordering a latte and snapping a photo of the cup, this one’s for you. Medd Café & Roastery is bringing a slice of Japan to Jeddah with a Matcha Tea Ceremony led by expert Miki Takamori. It’s a chance to learn how matcha is actually meant to be prepared, served, and enjoyed, straight from someone who grew up with it.
Who’s Leading the Matcha Tea Ceremony?
The Matcha Tea Ceremony will be hosted by Miki Takamori, who is originally from Uji, Kyoto, a region famous for producing some of Japan’s best matcha. She grew up with matcha as a daily family ritual, which eventually led her to launch her own brand to share authentic matcha worldwide.
Miki has been collaborating with Medd for more than eight years and visits Saudi Arabia yearly to introduce the Matcha Tea Ceremony and promote the culture behind it in a way that’s easy to understand and enjoy.
Why This Matcha Tea Ceremony Is Worth Attending
This isn’t a quick “whisk and sip” workshop. Guests will learn:
- The cultural roots behind the Matcha Tea Ceremony
- How matcha is traditionally prepared and served
- What makes authentic matcha different from modern café versions
You’ll taste matcha the original way and understand why the steps, tools, and pacing matter. If you’re a matcha fan or curious to explore the culture behind it, this is a relaxed and accessible way to do it.
About Medd Café & Roastery
Medd Café & Roastery is a Saudi-owned specialty coffee spot founded in 2015 in Jeddah. It has built a strong reputation for serving top-quality coffee, supporting fair-trade and organic farming, and creating a community space for creativity, culture, and good conversations.
What you’ll find at Medd:
- Coffee: Specialty brews, single-origin beans, house blends, and signature drinks roasted in-house
- Other drinks: Tea, matcha, and local beverages
- Food: Desserts, cakes, pastries, and cookies (including from local small businesses)
- Catering: Available for events
Medd & Matcha
Medd takes matcha seriously, from experimenting with new blends to serving classic versions. They also sell their own matcha powder sourced from Kagoshima Farm in Japan for those who want to recreate the experience at home.
Medd Matcha Tea Ceremony Location
The event will take place at:
Majlis HUNA Al Habib, 3rd Floor. King Abdulaziz Rd, Az Zahra Dist.
Medd Matcha Tea Ceremony Date and Time
The ceremony will be taking place on Thursday, November 6 between 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Entry fee: 95 SAR
Medd Matcha Tea Ceremony Registration
Secure your spot and pay online through this link, and remember to be quick because seats are limited.
What’s on in Jeddah?
Not a matcha person? No problem. Grab a cup of coffee (with chocolate on the side, of course). With Jeddah’s obsession with coffee and all things chocolate, the upcoming Coffee & Chocolate Expo is one you’ll want to visit.
