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Chai Baby Tea California Tasting Apr 7, 2009 11:27 AM Each time I return, I convince myself that I must have imagined it. Can a place really be so perfect? Well, I’m back again, and the answer is yes. I’m on the southern California coast, and just a quarter turn of my head presents me with the ocean. Another quarter turn – rolling green hills dripping in sunshine. And the food – words fail me, you lucky, lucky Californians! California cuisine is fresh, gently handled and absolutely delightful – even my poolside veggie sandwich consisted of lovely mixed greens and light mozzarella cheese on whole grain bread, lightly brushed with olive oil. I enjoyed all of my salad greens, felt each one interact differently with the mix of lemon juice and cilantro and spices. There was simply no need to douse, sauce, fry, smother, or hide this food. And what does this have to do with tea? I’m getting there, my friend. Eating this way reminds me how to eat and drink always and everywhere – mindfully and with total attention and awareness. As you know, I always advocate drinking tea in just this way. So, be still with that cup in your hands. Sip, wait, breathe. How does the ginger interact with the fennel and licorice in this cup of tea. And in that cup, how does it interact with the mint? How does that black tea feel on your tongue – and how is it different from the green? This sort of mindfulness while tasting tea is a meditation of sorts, a way to be entirely in the present moment. So, baby, sip, consider, savor your tea.
Chai Baby Tea Steeping Your Tea the "Right" Way Mar 24, 2009 10:55 AM I get interesting questions about tea every day: "Where is tea grown?" "How much caffeine does it have?" "Is it healthy?" Occasionally, I’ll get a particularly fun one: “Is it OK if I bob my tea bag up and down while it’s steeping?” (Yes, baby, bob away.) By far the most common question is about the “right” steeping time for various teas. Of course, there are some general guidelines you can follow: 5-6 minutes for black tea, 3-5 minutes for green tea, and 2-3 minutes for white tea and herbal teas. Really, though, such guidelines are just a starting point. As I always love to say, tea drinking is an experience. More accurately, though, tea drinking is your experience. If you prefer a 6 minute steep time for your green tea . . . well, then, 6 minutes is the "right" steeping time. Whenever you try a new tea, spend some time experimenting with different steeping times. Eventually you will find the perfect balance of flavor and astringency for you.
Miriam Olivia Glad to Find This Tea Group Jan 28, 2009 5:07 PM I'm glad to find this tea group. People with the same passion. Looking forward to sharing.
Miriam Olivia Tea Thought Jan 21, 2009 6:36 AM A hot drink is as good as an overcoat. - Latin Proverb
Miriam Olivia Chicken Oolong Tea Soup Jan 20, 2009 6:31 PM Straight from the teapot to the soup pot is this wonderful recipe. Yes, you can cook with tea! This is a wonderful new approach to cuisine.

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