Lateef x Mayo’s
In January we started the year with a private event where T’ai-Anna Mayo from Mayo’s did a very inspiring pairing with some of our favourite tea’s. check it out! Or check her out @mayosvrijdagmenu on Instagram!
A legacy of tea culture
This late-18th-century Chinese watercolor album is an exquisite artistic representation focused on the various phases of tea production. Created around 1790, this accordion-style album was designed specifically for the export market, reflecting the growing demand for Chinese tea, especially in Europe and North America during that period. This particular album consists of 24 detailed paintings […]
Tea & Taoism
Preparing tea as a mindful practice Taoism, also known as Daoism, is a philosophical and religious tradition originating from China that emphasizes living in harmony with the Tao (or Dao), which means “the Way.” The Tao is viewed as the fundamental principle that underlies the universe, acting as a guiding force for balance and harmony […]
Tea Garden Style
Plantation Style In the lush hills of a tea plantation, the air is filled with the earthy aroma of fresh tea, and the workers do their practical attire as they prepare for another day in the fields. The clothing styles found at a plantion are breathtaking, with the workers moving comfortably among the tea bushes […]
Loose leaf tea vs. teabags
Hit the road, bag, and don’t you come back no more……. Using loose leaf tea offers several health benefits and enhanced flavor compared to tea bags. One of the primary reasons is that loose leaf tea typically contains larger, whole leaves, which provide a greater surface area for brewing. This means that a more robust […]
Learn more about tea?
Maybe ITCA is what you’ve been looking for? The International Tea & Coffee Academy (ITCA) is an institution dedicated to advancing the field of tea cultivation through research, education, and training. It focuses on promoting sustainable practices and effective methods in the tea industry. The academy offers a range of resources that include specialised training […]
Banana plants & Tea Plantations
Banana plants are important on tea plantations for several reasons, contributing to both the cultivation and the overall health of the tea ecosystem. Banana plants provide essential shade for tea bushes. Tea plants thrive in partial shade, and the large leaves of banana trees help protect the delicate tea plants from harsh sunlight. This shade […]
Soong Ching-ling
In the vibrant and bustling city of Shanghai, during the early 20th century, a girl named Soong Ching-ling came into the world. Born into a well-educated and affluent family, her childhood was filled with the ideals of progress and reform. The Soong family was well-known, and their connections would later place Ching-ling at the heart […]
Empress Dowager Cixi
In the heart of the Forbidden City, amid the intricate gardens and majestic palaces, a young girl named Cixi was born into a world of privilege and tradition. Growing up in the Qing dynasty during the mid-19th century, she lived in a time when dynasties flourished and imperial power defined the course of history. Yet, […]
Tea Horse Road
Once upon a time, in the lush mountainous landscapes of ancient China, a faint trail began to carve its way through the rugged terrain. This trail would evolve into the legendary Tea Horse Road, a vital artery of commerce and culture connecting the heart of China to the distant, mystical land of Tibet. The journey […]
