One-day UofG led symposium to explore the rich history and cultural significance of tea in Scotland.
Published: 29 October 2024
The event, set to take place in early 2025, has been awarded £5,000 in funding from the Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Regional Food Fund.
The University of Glasgow's Scottish Food & Drink Histories Partnership Lab, in collaboration with Mackintosh at the Willow, will host a one-day symposium exploring the rich history and cultural significance of tea in Scotland.
The event, set to take place in early 2025, has been awarded £5,000 in funding from the Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Regional Food Fund. It builds on the success of the lab's previous Scottish Food Heritage Symposium and will feature a series of history talks, live demonstrations, tasting sessions, and panel discussions.
Dr Lindsay Middleton of the University of Glasgow's Arts and Humanities Partnership Food Catalyst said: “We’re thrilled to be able to dive deeper into Scotland’s fascinating tea heritage through this symposium. Tea has long played an integral role in Scottish culture and society, and we're excited to unpack its evolution and impact alongside industry experts and the public.”
The event will be delivered in partnership with Mackintosh at the Willow, a renowned Glasgow institution that celebrates the life and work of acclaimed architect and designer, Charles Rennie Mackintosh. The organisation’s close ties to Scottish design and hospitality make it an ideal collaborator for this exploration of tea.
The symposium will draw on the expertise of the Scottish Food & Drink Histories Partnership Lab, which has been redeveloped under the University of Glasgow's Food Catalyst initiative. The lab’s mission is to deepen understanding of Scotland’s culinary past and its influence on contemporary food and drink culture.
Further details on the Scottish Food Heritage Symposium: Tea, including registration information, will be announced in the coming months. Those interested in attending or supporting the event are encouraged to follow the University of Glasgow's Food Catalyst and Mackintosh at the Willow on social media for updates.
First published: 29 October 2024