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Tea, outside the mainstream.
  • Small Objects, Grand Rituals: A Curated Selection of Russian Tea Antiques
    Tea Culture | Tea history

    Small Objects, Grand Rituals: A Curated Selection of Russian Tea Antiques

    ByEleonora May 12, 2026May 12, 2026

    Discover Russian tea antiques such as samovars and silver tea ware that were part of Russian culture and tea tradition.

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  • Rabbit Hole Find: Le Comptoir Florian, Belgium’s Quiet Tea House That Feels Like a Secret
    Short Diary Entries | Tea history

    Rabbit Hole Find: Le Comptoir Florian, Belgium’s Quiet Tea House That Feels Like a Secret

    ByEleonora April 23, 2026May 12, 2026

    Discover Le Comptoir Florian (La Maison du Thé) in Brussels; a charming, old-world Belgian tea house full of thoughtful teas.

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  • Fresh Mountain Air in a Cup
    Tea history

    Fresh Mountain Air in a Cup

    ByEleonora April 13, 2026May 12, 2026

    Discover the hidden story of Taiwan high mountain oolong (gaoshancha), from its 1980s rise to today’s greener tea trends.

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  • Indulging in Tea and Dim Sum: A Cultural Experience in New York City’s Food Scene
    Dim sum + tea NYC

    Indulging in Tea and Dim Sum: A Cultural Experience in New York City’s Food Scene

    ByEleonora April 21, 2023April 18, 2026

    Immerse yourself in New York City’s tea and dim sum culture, where traditional steamer baskets of bite-sized portions and refreshing cups of tea come together in a communal dining experience.

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  • The Mystical Ginkgo Leaf: A Look at Its Ancient Medicinal and Spiritual Uses
    Herbal

    The Mystical Ginkgo Leaf: A Look at Its Ancient Medicinal and Spiritual Uses

    ByEleonora April 18, 2023May 12, 2026

    Discover ginkgo leaf benefits, from ancient Chinese medicine to modern research on mood, memory, and overall wellness.

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  • Discover the Health Benefits and Unique Flavor of Sagan Dayla: The Traditional Herbal Tea from Central Asia
    Herbal

    Discover the Health Benefits and Unique Flavor of Sagan Dayla: The Traditional Herbal Tea from Central Asia

    ByEleonora April 18, 2023May 12, 2026

    Sagan Dayla tea is a rare herbal drink from Central Asia valued for its potential to support digestion, boost immunity, and promote relaxation. Explore its benefits, flavor, and traditional uses.

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  • 5 Health Benefits of Tea: How Drinking Tea Improves Wellness
    How to

    5 Health Benefits of Tea: How Drinking Tea Improves Wellness

    ByEleonora April 16, 2023April 25, 2026

    Tea is a powerful tool for promoting health and wellness. Incorporating tea into your daily routine can provide numerous benefits, from reducing stress to aiding in weight management. In this post, we explore five ways that tea can boost your health based on personal experience and scientific research. Read on to learn more.

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  • The 5 Best Places in NYC for Tea Lovers Based on Reviews
    Café reviews

    The 5 Best Places in NYC for Tea Lovers Based on Reviews

    ByEleonora April 15, 2023April 14, 2026

    New York City is known for its vibrant and diverse food and drink scene. While coffee shops and bars are abundant, tea lovers also have plenty of options to choose from. Here are some of the best places in NYC for tea lovers based on reviews.

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  • By Land or by Sea?
    Knowledge | News | Tea history

    By Land or by Sea?

    ByEleonora September 19, 2018May 11, 2026

    I recently came across a fascinating map shared by Quartz explaining why some countries use the word “tea” while others use variations of “cha” or “chai.” It turns out the difference is closely connected to ancient trade routes and how tea spread across the world from China. Tea by Sea, Cha by Land In general,…

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  • Adapting Tea Rituals to a Busy Work Schedule
    Dated Experiences

    Adapting Tea Rituals to a Busy Work Schedule

    ByEleonora June 11, 2017May 11, 2026

    Finding Space for Tea During the Workday When I had to commute to office to work, one of the first things I did was build a small tea setup at work. Now, I use a portable one on days I commute which are much less often. At this point, I probably have an entire drawer…

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  • Picturesque view of green tea plantations with shrubs and trees on farmland against mountains under cloudy sky in twilight
    Tea Culture

    Why Nepali Tea Is Becoming More Popular Among Specialty Tea Drinkers

    ByEleonora February 3, 2017May 12, 2026

    Nepali tea is gaining attention in the tea world thanks to its high-altitude gardens, unique flavors, and growing direct trade visibility.

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  • Tea News That Caught My Attention–Calendar Week 5
    News

    Tea News That Caught My Attention–Calendar Week 5

    ByEleonora January 31, 2017

    The National Hot Tea Month is coming to an end. I stumbled upon some very nice tea related articles this month and this week isn’t an exception. So let’s get straight to the selection of this week, as usual in my order of preference: USA: In China’s City of Yixing, Everyone Is Fluent in Pottery (I…

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