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Lisa

Sep 29
2 min

Rooibos, Herbal South African Tea

Rooibos, also known as red tea or red bush tea, comes from a specific region in South Africa.

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Lisa

Apr 26
2 min

Darjeeling: The Champagne of Tea

Known for its floral aroma and muscatel flavor, tea from the Darjeeling region of India is often referred to as the champagne of tea.

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Lisa

Mar 31
2 min

Teas for Relaxation

With all that's going on in the world, who couldn't use a little help finding ways to relax! Here are a few tea suggestions.

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Yerba Mate: The Where, What, Who, and How

Lisa

Feb 12
1 min

Yerba Mate: The Where, What, Who, and How

Yerba Mate is an herbal drink made from a plant grown in South America that is traditionally consumed in a special gourd called a Mate.

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Lisa

Dec 5, 2019
2 min

The Origins of Bubble Tea

Bubble tea is a tea-based beverage with chewy tapioca balls found at the bottom of the cup. Don't forget the large straw!

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Lisa

Oct 21, 2019
2 min

The Gaiwan: History & Use

Pronounced guy-wahn, this tea-serving dish dates back to the Ming Dynasty. A gaiwan is really all you need to steep the perfect cup of tea.

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Lisa

Sep 28, 2019
2 min

Spices, Tea, & Your Health

Spices are great for adding flavor to tea, but did you know many come with health benefits? Here are a few to spice up your next cup of tea!

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Lisa

Aug 17, 2019
2 min

Matcha Breakfast Smoothies

With its amazing health benefits and energizing properties, matcha can be a wonderful addition to your morning routine.

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Lisa

Jul 20, 2019
1 min

The Origins of Afternoon Tea

Once only enjoyed by the upper echelons of society, today the afternoon tea continues in tradition as a way to celebrate special occasions.

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Lisa

Jun 26, 2019
2 min

Tea 101: The Black & White of Tea

What makes tea, a tea? Black, white, green, but then there's oolong. What does it all mean?

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Lisa

May 20, 2019
2 min

The Scoop on Matcha

This shade-grown, Japanese green tea is known for its many health benefits. Add to smoothies, add to baked goods, or drink it straight up.

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NOW Open for tea, bubble tea, and baked Good items for both Dine in or carry out on Fridays & Saturdays 12-6 pm, Sundays 12-4 pm

Essencha® Tea House

Fine Teas & Boba Bar

Rooibos, Herbal South African Tea

Darjeeling: The Champagne of Tea

Teas for Relaxation

Yerba Mate: The Where, What, Who, and How

The Origins of Bubble Tea

The Gaiwan: History & Use

Spices, Tea, & Your Health

Matcha Breakfast Smoothies

The Origins of Afternoon Tea

Tea 101: The Black & White of Tea

The Scoop on Matcha