Don't miss this opportunity to become acquainted with the 5,000-year-old heritage of Chinese cuisine under the watchful eye of Madame ng Siong Mui, the author of four best-selling cookery books.

this informative session will begin with a demonstration of traditional Chinese tea preparation.  You'll then taste several classic blends of this beverage before brewing a pot for yourself.

This will be followed by a discussion of the various Chinese regional cuisines and how the land, climate and culture of the different provinces have inspired different dishes.   You will also learn about the Yin-Yang concept and the principles of the Five Elements in the context of Chinese food.  Later you'll introduced to the unusual pots, pans and utensils of a traditional Chinese kitchen.

This program will conclude with the opportunity to actually sample some of these mouth-watering and nutritious dishes for yourself during lunch!  Before returning to the ship, you'll also receive a gift of cooking recipes and a souvenir.  No wonder one of the great national pastimes of Singapore is eating!

Approximately 3 hours.