A BRILLIANT IDEA:
Select one of our beautiful [tea filled] containers. Then, refill it, from one of our tea cartons; as an annual Gift...for yourself...or that friend, relative, employer, or whomever you wish to please!

ANOTHER BRILLIANT IDEA:
Is to combine: Our Earl Grey, or Jasmine tea and "The Power of Myth" by Joseph Campbell ... from our "Book Shelf" page. Those two things, and some soft music!! AAAH! Now, that is truly "Mellow"!

THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF CINNAMON TEA:
Diabetics and people interested in lowering cholesterol levels take heart! Recent U.S.D.A. reports demonstrate that extracts of Cinnamon increase insulin activity, enhancing the breakdown of glucose and improving blood sugar concentrations. Daily Cinnamon consumption may lead to dramatic reductions in blood sugar, cholesterol and triglycerides by as much as twenty percent. When added to the time-honored value of Cinnamon as an antiseptic, astringent and stimulant that will also relieve nausea, flatulence and diarrhea. Also: Darjeeling tea is a Green tea. So the many health benefits of green tea, apply too.
 
THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF GREEN TEA:
Green tea is rich in catechin polyphenols, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). EGCG is a powerful anti-oxidant: It has been effective in lowering LDL cholesterol levels, and inhibiting the abnormal formation of blood clots (the formation of abnormal blood clots is the leading cause of heart attacks and stroke). It inhibits the growth of cancer cells; without harming healthy tissue, it kills cancer cells.* It helps burn fat, and gives you energy. Thus, it helps you loose weight. Green Tea is also good for the following conditions: rheumatoid arthritis high cholesterol levels cardiovascular disease, infection, impaired immune function. Help relieve asthma with two cups of green tea daily. It contains an anti-inflammatory flavonoid called quercetin.
 
THE SECRETS OF TEA:
For more information on the healing ability's of teas; go to the "Bookshelf" page, and order "20,000 Secrets Of Tea". A fascinating book, complete with tea mixtures, that will aid the healing process. You might also like to look at the "Tea Party" BOOK!!!.... with More Bright ideas for tea partys and tea party recipes too!!
 

Did Brew Know?
Both TEA and COFFEE'S Flavors depend on: The type of tea or coffee plant, where it is grown, weather conditions, type of soil, type of fertilizer, growing methods, when it is harvested, how it is processed once picked, how fresh the tea or coffee is when you buy it, the quality of the water you use to brew it, the proportions of coffee or tea and water, how long you brew it, what you add to it once it is brewed, what you serve with it. ALL of those things can make a BIG difference in taste.
 
BREW IT RIGHT! FOR THE BEST FLAVORED CUP OF TEA:
The type of water you use, when brewing tea, can effect the tea flavor; as much as the brewing, or "steeping" timing you use, and the temperature of the water. Black teas should be brewed for 5 minutes, at approximately 200 degrees, Oolong teas 3-4 minutes, at about 180 degrees, green teas 2-5 minutes, at 170 degrees.One study of green tea, said "The medicinal quality of green tea is diminished by using extremely HOT,{ bubbling/boiling hot] water. Let the kettle settle down...for a minute, before pouring." Some teas are enhanced by sweeteners [raw or white sugar, honey, or artificial] but some do not need them. Sweeteners actually might ruin the flavor of some teas. The same goes for whether you use cream or lemon. Experiment, see what works for you! Serving something with the tea, can also help you feel more enthusiastic about tea drinking. Do not let a bad experience with poor quality supermarket teas, ruin a potentially Lovely alternative beverage, for you!! Spring water or highly filtered water should always be used. Note too, our Tea canisters are very decorative, and lend themselves to many uses, not just refilling with our exceptionally high Quality teas.
 

ALL of Our Teas Are Certified ORGANIC !
Our premium green, white, blended and herbal teas are certified organic. Organic refers to tea which has been raised and processed without synthetic chemical pesticides, herbicides or growth stimulants. Only less than 1% of all tea produced worldwide is certified organic. Based on the "US Tea is Hot Report", we can expect this choice of tea to be an expanding part of our world tea community

RECIPES

Jasmine Tea for Two Souffle Recipe:
Jasmine Tea For Two Souffle' Submitted by: Phyllis Tattershall England You will need to assemble; a tea pot and infuser for brewing. A quart size or larger. microwavable bowl and fork. A small glass or medal bowl and whisk 2 parfait glasses or Serving bowls Prep Time: 10 to 15 minutes Serving Size: 2 Ingredients 2/3 cups Splenda (or granular sugar can be used) 3 Tablespoons cornstarch 1/4 teaspoons salt 1 cold egg (Separated) 2 teaspoons Jasmine Tea 2 cups boiling water 1 & 1/2 teaspoons vanilla Option shown; 4 sugar free round peppermint candy's (crushed coarsely) Directions Brew the tea in the 2 cups of boiling water. Remove the tea leaves and set aside tea. In microwaveable bowl place: Splenda, cornstarch and salt. Add the egg yolk and whisk until blended. Set aside. In small bowl place egg white and beat until stiff. Fold into the above mixture. Slowly blend the brewed tea into the mixture until smooth. Cook uncovered in microwave on Roast or Moderate setting for 4 to 6 minutes (or until the consistency of pudding) Check and stir regularly. Wait 5 minutes and pour into 2 parfait glasses. Top with the crushed candies and serve either warm or refrigerate and serve cold. (Whipped Cream or Caramel make delicious delicious topping choices)
 

Gunpoder Tea/ Curried Chicken Recipe:
Gunpowder Curried Chicken: Submitted by: Laurel Smith, California
Prep Time: 2-8 hours marinating 30-40 minutes cooking Serving Size: 6 Ingredients 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts; cut into bitesize pieces 1 1/2 cups strong gunpowder tea, divided 1 14 oz can coconut milk 1 medium onion, chopped 1 10 oz bag, frozen peas 1 TBSP sugar 1 TBSP canola oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tsp minced ginger 2 tsp corn starch 2 TBSP water salt to taste 3 cups brown or white rice, cooked Directions Place chicken in 1 cup gunpowder tea & marinate in refrigerator at least 2 hours--up to 8 hours. Remove chicken from marinade. Pat dry with paper towels. Heat oil in sauce pan. Add chicken, onion, garlic & ginger. Saute over medium high heat until chicken is white & onion is limp...about 5-8 minutes. Add sugar, 1/2 cup gunpowder tea and coconut milk. Bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer 15 minutes. Add peas and bring back to a boil. Mix cornstarch and water. Add to pan, mixing well to thicken. Serve over brown or white rice.
 

YOUR PARTICIPATION:SEND US YOR TEA RECIPES!!
If you can come up with a really GOOD RECIPE using any of our Teas IN the recipe: We will print it on this page; and direct people to it on the Web-log page, with your name & location !! (plus any serving suggestions, you may have.) [Send to: Mooonflowerbox@ATT.net]