体验英式下午茶，感受多样文化魅力

English Afternoon Tea

近日，SSAL开展了一场趣味横生的特色课程——英式下午茶体验课。在英语学科组组长Chris老师的带领下，同学们仿佛穿越到英国传统茶室，感受了英式文化的优雅与宁静。这场别开生面的活动不仅让大家品尝到了美味的英式茶点，更是一堂生动的跨文化学习课。

Recently, SSAL organized an engaging special course—an English afternoon tea experience. Under the guidance of Chris, the head of the English Department, students felt as if they had traveled to a traditional British tea room, experiencing the elegance and serenity of English culture. This extraordinary activity not only allowed everyone to taste delicious English refreshments but also served as a vivid cross-cultural learning session.

Immersive Experience: Classroom Transformed into an English Tea Room

活动当天，Chris老师精心布置了教室，装点成一间典雅的英式茶室：蓝白色的桌布、精致的骨瓷茶具、层层叠叠的英式点心塔，甚至连空气中都仿佛弥漫着红茶的清香。同学们一走进教室，便被这种充满仪式感的氛围深深吸引，仿佛置身于英国的一角。

On the day of the event, Chris carefully decorated the classroom, transforming it into an elegant English tea room: blue-and-white tablecloths, exquisite bone china tea sets, and layered English pastry towers, with even the air seemingly filled with the aroma of black tea. The moment students stepped into the classroom, they were deeply captivated by the ceremonial atmosphere, as if they were in a corner of Britain.

Combining Knowledge and Practice: Exploring Cultural Diversity

课堂上，Chris老师详细讲解了英式下午茶的历史起源、茶点种类以及背后的文化内涵。同时，他还通过生动的对比，讲述了不同国家在饮食、生活习惯上的差异。

In class, Chris provided a detailed explanation of the historical origins of English afternoon tea, the types of refreshments, and the cultural significance behind them. He also made vivid comparisons to illustrate the differences in dietary and lifestyle habits across various countries.

学生们积极参与讨论，分享自己对中西方饮食文化的看法。有同学提到中式茶文化中的茶道精神，也有同学谈及法式甜点的精致与创新。文化的碰撞与交流，让课堂充满了思维的火花。

Students actively participated in discussions, sharing their views on the dietary cultures of China and the West. Some mentioned the tea ceremony spirit in Chinese tea culture, while others talked about the elegance and innovation of French desserts. The collision and exchange of cultures filled the class with sparks of thought.

Delight and Friendship: A Memorable Cultural Journey

活动中，同学们品尝了经典的英式茶点：香浓的司康饼搭配果酱与奶油、层层分明的三明治、还有精致可口的小蛋糕。伴随着浓郁的红茶香味，大家在轻松的氛围中畅谈，不仅增进了彼此的友谊，也收获了更多对文化多样性的理解。

During the event, students tasted classic English refreshments: rich scones paired with jam and cream, layered sandwiches, and exquisite, delicious cakes. Accompanied by the rich aroma of black tea, everyone engaged in relaxed conversations, fostering friendships and gaining a deeper understanding of cultural diversity.

一位学生说道：“通过这种实际体验，我们更深刻地感受到不同文化的独特魅力，也学会了用开放的心态去欣赏和接纳。”

One student remarked, "Through this hands-on experience, we gained a deeper appreciation of the unique charm of different cultures and learned to embrace them with an open mind."

Activity Value: Learning Through Fun, Expanding Global Perspectives

这次英式下午茶体验课，不仅是一次有趣的文化课，更是一场培养跨文化理解能力的实践课。通过沉浸式的体验，同学们将理论与实践相结合，不仅掌握了语言与文化知识，还锻炼了表达能力和团队协作能力。

This English afternoon tea experience was not just an interesting cultural lesson but also a practical session that cultivated cross-cultural understanding. Through immersive experiences, students combined theory with practice, mastering linguistic and cultural knowledge while honing their communication and teamwork skills.

未来，SSAL将继续开展类似的特色课程，让学生们在实践中探索更多文化的多样性，开拓国际视野，感受全球化背景下的文化交融。

In the future, SSAL will continue to organize similar special courses, enabling students to explore more cultural diversity through practice, broaden their international perspectives, and experience the integration of cultures in a globalized world.

让我们期待更多精彩的文化活动吧！

Let us look forward to more exciting cultural activities!