Tea Talk

I get many questions about Matcha. What is Matcha? How does it taste? How do you make it? I can tell you that I've tasted a LOT of Matcha over the years, and they are not all equal. So, if you say you've tasted Matcha and don't like it, I'd still encourage you to try my Matcha. I carry Organic Everyday Matcha, which is used more for cooking and baking (culinary) than drinking. I also carry Organic Ceremonial Matcha, which is specifically designed for drinking. What's the difference, you might ask? It's the taste. Ceremonial Matcha is much sweeter than...

Blueberries and summer just go together, at least in my world. And since my world has lots of tea in it, I’ve incorporated blueberries into some of my teas. My favorites are Organic Wild Blueberry White tea, Pomegranate & Blueberry Green tea, Blueberry Cinnamon Cobbler Rooibos, and Decaf Blueberry Mango Medley Black tea. Organic Wild Blueberry White tea has a delicious, authentic blueberry flavor. The white tea base is soft and subtle, allowing the blueberry flavor to shine. I love to make this tea as a cold brew and pour it over ice. It’s incredibly refreshing! Pomegranate & Blueberry Green...

Here's a question: How many of you have tried hibiscus tea? Hibiscus tea is considered an herbal tea because it is made from the dried flowers of the hibiscus plant, which are native to Africa and subtropical climates. Hibiscus tea has a refreshing flavor that is both tart and slightly sweet. It reminds me of cranberry juice, the kind with no sugar added. When brewed, hibiscus tea has a beautiful ruby color. It is rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants and has several potential health benefits, including lowering blood pressure and "bad" cholesterol, reducing blood sugar, and aiding in weight...

With summer in full swing, it's the perfect time for a Garden Tea Party. An outdoor tea party with good friends is a fantastic way to celebrate the beautiful summer season. We will brew some excellent iced teas and a pot or two of hot tea for a few ladies who prefer their teas hot. And then there are scones and lemon curd, savory tea sandwiches and sweets, bite-size desserts and treats, and several other goodies. It's a time to enjoy each other's company, laugh, and celebrate friendship. I love playing with fun table decorations like a pretty tablecloth and...

I’m so thankful to be an American, live in this beautiful country, and share in her many blessings. I love our great country! I thank all of the brave men and women who fought for our independence all those many years ago and who have since continued to serve to keep and protect our country. As we celebrate Independence Day this week, I hope you celebrate our amazing country’s birthday with family and friends. My husband and I will be having our traditional 4th of July party. He’ll be in charge of the barbecue while I handle the desserts and...