How to Drink Pu Erh Tea

Posted on: 05 January, 2018

Author: Karina Garcia

Pu-erh Tea has long been valued in Chinese herbalism for its vast benefits. Pu-erh tea (pronounced ‘poo-air’) contains high levels of polyphenols (flavonoids, catechins and theaflavin), which are known for their antioxidant activity.  These powerful chemicals speed up fat burning as well as reduce stress and heavy metal consumption due to the cell repair compounds found within. The theanine and flavoids found within pu-erh just so happen to aid in digestion after meals by acting as a sponge and accelerator for fat burning.   However, of the five main types of tea (white, green, oolong and black being the others), pu-erh...

Christmas in the Jungle with Novel Children’s Chocolates

Posted on: 13 November, 2017

Author: Lisa Jeeves

Add some Christmas magic to your store with these fun-filled alternatives to Santa-shaped chocolates. Kids will adore our range of wildlife goodies. Christmas is a wonderful time in the world of wholesale chocolate! Even people who try to limit their consumption of sugary goodies during the rest of the year give themselves a break over the holiday season and indulge in their favourite yummy treats. Christmas is especially fabulous for children – I know when I was a child Christmas was the only time I was allowed chocolate for breakfast!   From traditional golden coins to Santa shaped treats, the windows...

Types of White Tea

Posted on: 13 November, 2017

Author: Karina Garcia

White tea is known to be one of the most delicate tea varieties because it is so minimally processed. White tea is harvested before the tea plant’s leaves open fully, when the young buds are still covered by fine white hairs, hence the name ‘white’ tea. Types of White Tea Today, many countries outside China are cultivating their own versions of white tea from other tea plant varieties. Some of the most popular white tea varieties include: Silver Needle (Yin Zhen), White Peony (Bai Mu Dan) and Yue Guang Bai White Tea. 1.Silver Needle Tea (Yin Zhen) The most famous...

Types of Green Tea in China

Posted on: 13 November, 2017

Author: Karina Garcia

There are literally countless versions of green tea available. Although these are all different types of green tea, all of these different types share one common characteristic. They all come from the tea plant Camellia sinensis. The different types of green tea emerge due to differing locations on where the tea is grown, slight changes in how the tea is cultivated, the differing climate in locations and a whole host of other factors. So, let's begin by exploring the different types of green tea that is available.   Dragon Well Tea (Long Jing)   Dragon Well (Long Jing) is China’s best-loved Green...

How to Brew Pu Erh Tea

Posted on: 13 November, 2017

Author: Karina Garcia

Pu-erh is a variety of post-fermented tea that stems from the Yunnan province of China. Pu-erh is traditionally aged years to create a deep flavour complexity. The tea imparts a dark amber liquor when brewed. There are two methods of brewing Pu-erh tea. The traditional Chinese method is more complex than the simpler Western method, but also creates a more authentic flavour experience.   The Traditional Chinese Method   This method is more complex and is recommended for experienced Pu-erh drinkers and tea connoisseurs.   You will need:   A Gaiwan; A small tea pitcher; Two traditional tea taster cups; For Pu-erh cakes, a...

How to Make Matcha

Posted on: 13 November, 2017

Author: Karina Garcia

Matcha tea is a powdered Japanese green tea that mingles the elegance of the Japanese tea ceremony with the powerful world of green tea health benefits.  Here is something wonderfully ceremonial about making tea, especially matcha, or finely ground Japanese green tea. Making matcha is a little more complicated than dipping a tea bag into hot water, the emerald-green powder is quickly whisked into a frothy, thick brew. Much like whipping cream, the trick requires a little bit of practice. Matcha tea is a powdered Japanese green tea that mingles the elegance of the Japanese tea ceremony with the powerful...

Guide to Brew the Tie Guan Yin Tea

Posted on: 13 November, 2017

Author: Karina Garcia

Tie Guan Yin (Iron Goddess of Mercy) is a popular Chinese oolong tea. It is also sometimes written as Ti Kuan or Ti Kwan. Generally, this tea is only lightly oxidized, making it closer to a green tea than a black tea.  Tie guan yin can be roasted or unroasted. The many different variations have varying flavors, but all are noted for a fruity taste and aroma that can be described as ‘berry’.   Appearance: semiball-rolled leaf, having a good percentage of the deep rich ‘old leather’ brown /mahogany-colored leaf from the roasting Taste: This oolong alike green tea produces very...

How to navigate and find the best bbq restaurant near you at any time

Posted on: 13 November, 2017

Author: Jordyn Whitman

When it comes to choosing Mansfield BBQ, look for the joint that has full parking lots. The folks in Dallas and the surrounding communities have high expectations for their barbecue They’re downright picky, and we don’t blame them. We were raised on the good stuff our mama’s made from recipes that had been passed down from generation to generation. In 1974, we decided that Dallas needed a taste of our homecookin’, and they have been flocking our way ever since. Our small shop in Pleasant Grove quickly grew to the namesake it has become today in cities such as Allen,...

Dry Herb Vaporizers: Which One Is for You?

Posted on: 13 November, 2017

Author: Anas Jafri

There are numerous dry herb vaporizer options from which you can choose but which is the best quality? The popularity of vaporizers and e-cigarettes are continuing to grow daily mainly because vaporizing poses fewer health risks compared to smoking regularly.  There is a wide array of dry herb vaporizers on the market allowing everyone from herb lovers to tobacco smokers to find the perfect fit for their vaping needs. Within this article, you will get a detailed description regarding the five dry herb vaporizers that are of the highest quality. DaVinci IQThe DaVinci IQ is one of the fastest ways...

How to Serve Chinese Tea

Posted on: 13 November, 2017

Author: Karina Garcia

The art of drinking and serving tea plays a very vital cultural role in China. It inspires a lot of artists that the Chinese tea ceremony, as it is called, has been written in songs and poetry. The ritual of preparing and serving tea has even held a special place in the hearts and minds of the Chinese aristocracy, court officials, intellectual, poets, and even the common people.   On its most basic, the Chinese tea ceremony emphasizes the tea itself, rather than the ceremony. It focuses on what the tea tastes like, smells like, and how one tea tastes compared...