About Tea Archives - Rivertea Blog
How to Make Scented and Flavored Teas at Home
February 4, 2014 | Andreea Macoveiciuc
Despite being obtained from the leaves of the same plant, true teas – meaning green, black, white, oolong and pu-erh – come not only with different colors but also with distinct flavors and health benefits.
Quick Fix of the Day: Diuretic Tea
January 29, 2014 | Andreea Macoveiciuc
“I need to fit into these jeans by Saturday, tell me what can I do to drop some pounds fast, and I mean really fast?”. Then she told me those jeans were 1/2 size smaller than her … Read More
Tea Music for Cozy Afternoons
January 27, 2014 | Andreea Macoveiciuc
Summer’s warmth is no good without the cold of winter to give it sweetness, someone said. And I don’t know about you, but I love going outside during cold days, especially if it’s very early in the … Read More
Beginner’s Guide to Pairing Tea with Food
January 20, 2014 | Andreea Macoveiciuc
Mastering the art of pairing tea with food is just as important as knowing how to pick the wine for a delicious meal, or which seasonings work well with which dishes. Picking the right tea can turn … Read More
Seasonality of Tea
January 13, 2014 | Andreea Macoveiciuc
Just like fruits and veggies, tea also has a specific season when it’s harvested, the weather conditions affecting the delicacy, astringency and sweetness of this beverage. Spring leaves for example are exposed to sunlight for longer, and … Read More
15 Practical Uses of Tea in Your Household
January 8, 2014 | Andreea Macoveiciuc
I’m sure you’ve heard about the numerous legends surrounding the various uses of Coke in a household, from removing the grease and blood stains from clothing to cleaning oil stains, removing rust or wiping off gum from … Read More
Tea in Pregnancy – Safe or Not?
December 12, 2013 | Andreea Macoveiciuc
Whether you’re an expecting mom or you know someone who’s pregnant, you’re aware that some foods and beverages are considered unsafe during pregnancy, and coffee is one of these beverages, due to its high content of caffeine. … Read More
Touareg Tea – Morocco’s Favorite Beverage
December 9, 2013 | Monica Munteanu
What is the easiest way to discover something about a new country and learn the core of its people? Well, start with its tea habits! Almost every nation has its own ceremonies and customs when it comes … Read More
Beginner’s Guide to Brewing Tea
December 2, 2013 | Andreea Macoveiciuc
Did you ever notice that the same tea tastes differently when you brew it at home, order it in a coffee shop or enjoy it at your friend’s house?
Where I live there’s this cozy … Read More
9 Must Have Tea Apps for Your Phone
August 12, 2013 | Monica MunteanuThere hasn’t until now been a time when it was easier and greater to be a tea enthusiast. There are hundreds, if not thousands of blends, worldwide, plenty of places to buy it from, teaware and accessories that provide a fun and exciting tea drinking experience and tea gardens at every corner to enjoy a cup with your friends outside of the house.