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How to learn about tea without being a tea master
For a nation of tea lovers, I am really shocked that most of us only drink one type and almost always the same brand!! Tea comes from only 2 plants – camellia sinensis and camellia assamica and it’s the processing of these that gives you a wide choice of black, white, green, yellow, etc. Within…
5 of the World’s Sexist Teas
What’s the sexist organ in your body? The brain! The list below is to only to help… Nuts – Pistachios in a tea blend. These particular nuts are known for their nutritious properties and are particularly rich in protein, fiber and healthy fats qualities. Studies have not firmly concluded that it does not have any…
Tea and Food Pairing
Were you intrigued by the title? Did you think it a rather strange pairing or something you already embrace? For this series of tea and food pairing ideas and suggestions, I thought I would start with cheeses. I am all for prolonging conversations and connections and a cheese board helps that. Helpful, I think, for…
Zero Waste – For Your Everyday Cup of Tea
Tea is our ‘go-to’ drink, from that first much needed cup to that last one that will lull us into dream world. Not to mention all the ones in-between. Small changes in how we brew and dispose of our everyday tea will make a difference too. Loose tea v. Tea bags – There are now…
5 Benefits of Ceylon (Sri Lankan) Tea
The tropical island of Sri Lanka with its lush rain-forests and mountains to turquoise seas lies just south of the tip of India. Tea has been grown for more than 150 years. Ceylon tea has a world renowned reputation and it’s a brand in itself. The terroir of the rich mountains and rain-forests give Ceylon…
Tea and Food Pairing – Cheese
Were you intrigued by the title? Did you think it a rather strange pairing or something you already embrace? For this series of tea and food pairing ideas and suggestions, I thought I would start with cheeses. I am all for prolonging conversations and connections and a cheese board helps that. Helpful, I think, for…
Tea Cocktails
Rhubarb and Rooibos Cocktail Ingredients 1kg of red rhubarb, cut into batons 500g of granulated sugar 15/20g of organic rooibos 2 limes, peels and juice 1 liter of filtered water Method Place all the rhubarb batons, sugar, rooibos, lime peel and juice and splash in the water into a large enough container. Stir until the…
DIY – Your Own Herbal Infusions
Spring is a time you notice new growth. As winter recedes, from the bareness comes forth new growth and colour. When you walk the dog or on those long weekend walks, a bit of foraging could bring new and natural tastes to your tea cup. These are only guidelines; please make sure you can collect/pluck…
10 Smart Business Advice I was Given
When I made the transition from the corporate to running my own business, there were elements I was confident about. I knew my skills and experiences in planning, organisation and administration would be transferable into my new venture. For the briefest moment I thought about studying a business course but that was only the briefest…
Productivity Tips for the Busy Tea-Lover
Every Sunday, you set intentions for the week ahead; plan, prepare and proceed! Then Monday morning starts with a nightmare journey into work or the meeting you had been prepping for ages gets postponed. Or if like me, you are self-employed the co-working space has poor internet connectivity and all your plans needs to be…