As an introduction to myself, being a new writer to this blog, I would like to write about one of my favorite memories involving tea. In 2006, I was living […]
Green Tea Chocolate Truffles
At heart, I’m a chocolate lover. Since I’ve gotten older, my only change in vice, for sometimes it can reach unhealthy proportions, has been to move onto the dark side. […]
Jasmine Tea Chicken Soup
Ingredients: 1/4 cup finely diced carrots 1/4 cup fresh or frozen green peas or thinly sliced snow peas 2 tablespoons finely diced celery 1 cup water 1 ounce enoki mushroom […]
World Tea Production Declines Drive Up Prices
The state of the global economy could be compared to a roller-coaster. Because: there are a lot of unexpected twists and turns that you can never really prepare for, sometimes […]
Tea Culture in China
In China, there are seven daily necessities: firewood, rice, oil, salt, sauce, vinegar and, yes, you guessed it, tea! The tea culture in China is a vital part of Chinese […]
Puffy Eye Remedy
Looking for a way to relieve puffy eyes after a night of little to no sleep? Luckily, your used tea bags can help sooth and reduce under eye bags and […]
Tea for College Students
Ask any college student what they drink to stay awake and you’re likely to hear either “favorite energy drink – it wakes me up instantly,” or “coffee – it tastes […]
Birthday wishes for a runner, an extra boost
I recently turned 23, I know, I’m still very young (or at least I hope that’s what you’re thinking). Yet still, no matter the age, birthdays always get me thinking […]
How to Properly Store Loose Leaf Tea
Think it’s a good idea to keep your fine loose leaf tea sitting on top of your stove or near a window exposed to sunlight? Not if you want to make it […]
In tea central, what to buy?
In the history of tea, it’s a long one. And as for its birthplace in Yunnan, China, I couldn’t think of a more idyllic one. As I posted earlier, I […]