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How to Pair Tea and Chocolate: A Complete Guide

Tea and chocolate: two little luxuries that are wonderfully delightful on their own, but even more magical when paired together. Not only is pairing tea and chocolate a tasty way to discover more about your own palate and taste preferences, but it’s also a means to explore new flavors through the interplay of sweetness

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How to brew Chinese tea

How to Brew Chinese Tea, Gong Fu Style: A Step-by-Step Guide

Unsurprisingly, China, the origin of tea, has a number of traditional tea ceremonies that date back to as early as the 17th century. The gong fu ceremony continues to be iconic today. Read on to learn more about the Chinese tea ceremony, as well as how to perform gong fu in our step-by-step guide.

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Chai Hot Chocolate Recipe

Chai Hot Chocolate Recipe

Winter is the perfect time for this creamy, dreamy homemade Chai Hot Chocolate. Warm almond milk whisked with cocoa powder, maple syrup and our Indian Spiced Chai make the perfect beverage for getting extra cozy – and indulgent.

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Chai Masala: How Indian Tea Became an International Phenomenon

Chai Masala: How Indian Tea Became an International Phenomenon

In cafes throughout much of the world, “chai” has become synonymous with masala chai, a kind of sweet and spicy Indian tea often served in the form of a latte. Although “chai” actually translates to “tea” in the Hindi language, masala chai is without a doubt the most commonly consumed beverage throughout India. With roots tracing back to British colonialism in India, the fragrant brew has become a cornerstone of everyday life on the subcontinent. Despite its rather dark history, masala (or “spice”) chai has evolved into a symbol of hospitality, the accompaniment to a hearty chapati breakfast, the focus of...

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