As late summer gave way to early autumn，
On August 22
the mountain breeze drifted in with the gentle fragrance of tea
the annual Jinan HT Family Day
was held as scheduled at the HT Ecological Tea Garden
Several HT employees and their children headed into the southern mountain area
stepping away from their busy routines
surrounded by lush greenery
setting off on a tea-scented journey

Uncovering the Journey of a Single Tea Leaf

First, an engaging introduction to tea culture sparks the curiosity of both children and adults. As everyone listens and answers questions, they learn about the journey of a single tea leaf—from the tea bush to the teacup. Next, parent-child pairs sling bamboo baskets over their shoulders and head into the tea fields. Under the instructor’s guidance, they learn to identify the “one bud, one leaf” on the tea bushes, then carefully pick the tender green bud tips. Everyone then heads to the tea-making workshop to become “little tea masters,” observing the pan-firing process and trying their hand at rolling the leaves, feeling the fresh leaves gradually soften and the tea aroma slowly unfold between their fingertips.

Fun Times in the Tea Garden


After a fun-filled morning, a specially prepared lunch was served right on time. A balanced selection of dishes, including specialties made with tea leaves, left everyone satisfied and re-energized. In the afternoon, seed mosaics took center stage. Parents and children pieced together creative designs, turning their happy memories of the tea garden into keepsakes they could take home.

As everyone gathered around the stove for tea, a heartwarming tea-serving ceremony brought the day to an emotional high point. The children carefully learned the proper etiquette before presenting cups of warm tea to their parents with both hands. Each cup carried gratitude and love, allowing feelings that often go unspoken to flow naturally through the rising fragrance of tea.

HT Family Day is one of Jinan HT’s ongoing employee care initiatives
We see and appreciate our colleagues’ dedication day after day
We are also grateful that behind every employee’s peace of mind at work stands the support of a loving family
This warm tradition will continue See you again at next year’s Jinan HT Family Day

by Yao Zhaojing