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Did you know Parisians have been sipping tea since the 17th century—thanks to the Silk Road? Today, that legacy lives on in cozy tea houses where East meets West. Meet Pauline Planque, a French art expert whose recent visit to a 200-year-old Parisian tea spot reveals a delicious blend of history and culture.
In a new video, Pauline samples flavored teas—a local specialty—and dives into how tea evolved from a luxury import to a symbol of leisure and sophistication. ‘Tea connects France and China like an invisible thread,’ she says, highlighting how rituals like afternoon tea now fuse French flair with Chinese traditions.
From jasmine-infused blends to creative herbal mixes, tea has become a bridge between generations and continents. Whether it’s a quiet café moment or a lively gathering, Pauline notes that ‘elegance is universal’—and this centuries-old drink proves it.
Today, that legacy lives on in cozy tea houses where East meets West. Meet Pauline Planque, a French art expert whose recent visit to a 200-year-old Parisian tea spot reveals a delicious blend of history and culture.
‘Tea connects France and China like an invisible thread,’ she says, highlighting how rituals like afternoon tea now fuse French flair with Chinese traditions.
Whether it’s a quiet café moment or a lively gathering, Pauline notes that ‘elegance is universal’—and this centuries-old drink proves it.
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