Tra Tinh, traditional Hue tea

(NLĐO) - Quan Tinh is truly a wholesome stop, preserving the spirit of Vietnamese tea amidst today's fast-paced and bustling life.

Born and raised in the vibrant and youthful city of Ho Chi Minh City, I still longed to visit Hanoi and Hue because of their ancient and gentle beauty, like a refined maiden. When I heard about the Tinh Tea House, serving traditional Hue tea, right near my house, I eagerly went there.

The cafe has transparent glass walls, wooden tables and shelves, plus orchids, apricot blossoms, and lush green plants.

More than surprising, because the cafe was truly unique, from its ambiance to the taste of its tea. Transparent glass walls, wooden tables and shelves, plus orchids, plum blossoms, and lush green plants. The awning can be pulled back to reveal the clear blue sky.

The restaurant has two floors; there's an air-conditioned room that's always crowded at lunchtime, and a spacious seating area with natural breezes and fresh air.

The small bridge and the charming, classically designed miniature landscape are the unique features of the cafe. The cafe's beauty can be described as a blend of traditional and modern, sophisticated yet close to nature.

The beauty of the restaurant can be described as a blend of traditional and modern, both elaborate and close to nature.

Regular tables and chairs are scattered around the outdoor area. The air-conditioned room is furnished with low tables and floor seating on cushions, so guests can lie down and rest if they wish.

Traditional tea is brewed in a white porcelain cup with a blue glaze and a lid.

Traditional tea is brewed in a white porcelain cup with a blue glaze and a lid, accompanied by a thermos of hot water for refilling. The tea is made from herbs (jasmine, rose, stevia leaves) but is not as bland as flower tea, as it contains warm, spicy cinnamon and sweet, fragrant longan. The tea here has a rich, uniquely delicious flavor and also helps calm the mind, soothe nerves, and promote restful sleep, leaving a lasting impression on those who visit.

The tea here has a rich, delicious flavor and also helps calm the mind, soothe nerves, and promote restful sleep.

A blue sign hangs in front of the shop, designating it as a "Cultural Tea House," a local award. The shop attracts many retirees and students from the nearby university.

A blue sign hangs in front of the shop, which was awarded to it by the local authorities as a Cultural Tea House.

Quan Tinh is truly a wholesome stop, preserving the spirit of Vietnamese tea amidst today's fast-paced and bustling life.

(Entry for the "Impressions on Vietnamese Coffee and Tea" contest 2026, part of the 4th "Celebrating Vietnamese Coffee and Tea" program organized by Nguoi Lao Dong Newspaper).

Source: https://nld.com.vn/tra-tinh-tra-co-truyen-hue-19626032516353127.htm