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Tea is an herb, the leaf of the tea plant. The leaves are dried; in the case of oolong and black teas, they’re heated to engender oxidation. Just like the other herbs on your shelf, tea doesn’t maintain its flavor for years; it fades over time. Black, green or white, the fresher tea is, the…
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Have some dessert tea: with dessert or instead of it. Photo courtesy TeaForte.com. Many people enjoy a cup of tea with dessert. But what exactly is dessert tea? Dessert tea is a relatively new addition to the tea repertoire. It sprouted up with the green tea and white tea push a decade ago. Many…
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Advice circulates that coffee beans should be kept in the freezer to maintain freshness. False! Freezing the coffee coagulates the natural oils contained in the beans. These oils need to emulsify to produce the body and mouthfeel of the coffee. Coffee is best right after it is freshly-roasted. Beans can be stored in the refrigerator…
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Today’s tip comes from chef Johnny Gnall, who has discovered the joys of frothing milk at home. There’s no need to head to your favorite coffee bar when you can make frothy cappuccinos and lattes in your own kitchen. “I made a recent purchase that has changed the way I start the day,” says Chef…
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You don’t need a fancy tea set to host a tea party; everyday cups will do. Photo by Sara Sang | IST. Afternoon tea—not high tea*—is a traditional British meal taken in mid-afternoon. It’s an elegant snack and social hour between lunch and dinner. A pot of tea plus nibbles—a choice of finger sandwiches,…
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