Sip Tea With James Norwood Pratt & Support The American Botanical Council

October 22, 2011 by teatalker

Join the instigator of America’s Tea Renaissance, James Norwood Pratt for a cup of  Golden Monkey tea at our meaningful tea-inspired gathering.

Author James Norwood Pratt has been educating others about the world of tea for thirty years. Our acknowledged Tea Sage, he is quite possibly the world’s most widely read authority on tea and tea lore. His most recent books are JNP’s Tea Dictionary and The Ultimate Tea Lover’s Teas.

 

The Meaning of Tea® invites guests to a meaningful tea-inspired gathering at Ramscale West Village Lofts in New York City on November 3rd, 2011, to benefit the nonprofit herbal research and education organization, the American Botanical Council. To thank our newsletter subscribers, we are offering a special 50% discount on tickets. Simply enter the code “tea” during the checkout process.

Golden Monkey black tea has been hand-selected from one of the most ancient tea-growing regions, the Yunnan Province of China. Named after its golden brown, fuzzy buds, this refreshing tea is rich and malty with a hint of fruit and a brisk aftertaste.

 

Try Golden Monkey or one of  The Meaning of Tea’s other teas during our Cool Weather Promotion: Save 25% on your total order when you purchase 2 teas or 35% when you purchase 3 teas. Offer good until 12/3/11   

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You’re Invited: Tea-Inspired Benefit Event for the American Botanical Council

September 29, 2011 by teatalker

The Meaning of Tea® invites guests to a meaningful tea-inspired gathering at Ramscale West Village Lofts in New York City on November 3rd, 2011, to benefit the nonprofit herbal research and education organization, theAmerican Botanical Council.

2:00 to 6:00 pm 

-afternoon tea and book signings

6:00 to 7:00 pm  

-VIP tea tasting with noteworthy tea guests

7:00 to 9:00 pm

-an abbreviated screening of the tea-inspired film, The Meaning of Tea

-a panel discussion with our special guests, scroll below for participants

-a selection of extraordinary teas!

-herb-inspired hors d’oeuvres by Cynthia Gold, author of Culinary Tea

-wine and tea-infused cocktails crafted by Brooklyn Gin

 

Mark Blumenthal

Mark is the founder and executive director of the American Botanical Council (ABC), the editor/publisher of HerbalGram, and the senior editor of three of ABC’s books. www.abc.herbalgram.org

Dr. Selena Ahmed

Selena is an ethnobotanist, author of over a dozen articles on tea, and co-author of Tea Horse Road: China’s Ancient Trade Road to Tibet with photographer Michael Freeman. She is currently a NIH IRACDA postdoctoral fellow at Tufts University where she is leading a project on the impact of climate change on tea production quality and associated farmer perceptions and adaptations. This work builds on her previous research on cultural practices, biodiversity, and health properties associated w. various tea production systems in the mts. of SW Yunnan, China. www.riverbooksbk.com

James Norwood Pratt

James Norwood Pratt has served the cause of tea around the world for thirty years as author and teacher. Instigator of America’s present Tea Renaissance and our acknowledged Tea Sage, he is quite possibly the world’s most widely read authority on tea and tea lore. His most recent books are JNP’s Tea Dictionary and The Ultimate Tea Lover’s Treasury.www.jamesnorwoodpratt.com

Letha Hadady

Letha Hadady, D.Ac. is a tea enthusiast nationally certified in acupuncture and Asian herbal medicine from Tri-State College of Acupuncture and Shanghai College of TCM. She is the author of Asian Health Secrets, Healthy Beauty. Letha has led walking tours of New York’s Chinatown and Little India food/herb markets for over 20 years and taught workshops through New York Open Center, Beth Israel School of Nursing, and the Rosenthal Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine.  www.asianhealthsecrets.com

Jeff Carpenter

Jeff Carpenter owns and operates Zack Woods Herb Farm with his wife Melanie, who is an herbalist, where they grow and market 35 species of certified organic medicinal herbs. He is an agricultural consultant, educator, researcher, and is the co-director of the International Herb Symposium.  www.zackwoodsherbs.com

Scott C. Hoyt

Scott is a filmmaker and director of The Meaning of Tea. His longtime interest in tea evolved as he studied various alternatives to orthodox modern medicine and learned that tea is one of the cornerstones of living a well balanced life. His perspective is augmented by years of world travel, and exploration into Eastern thought. Scott is on the board of directors for Global Learning Across Borders, a member of the Directors Circle for the American Botanical Council.www.themeaningoftea.com

For questions about the event or press inquiries, please email alexis@themeaningoftea.com or call 212-691-8899

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Save The Date: Tea-Inspired Benefit for the American Botanical Council

September 3, 2011 by teatalker
Purity: A Meaningful, Tea-Inspired Benefit for the American Botanical Council The Meaning of Tea® invites guests to a meaningful tea-inspired gathering at Ramscale West Village Lofts in New York City on November 3rd, 2011, to benefit the nonprofit herbal research and education organization, the American Botanical Council.
Scott C. Hoyt, director of The Meaning of Tea, will be joined by noteworthy tea enthusiasts and writers, along with Mark Blumenthal, founder and executive director of ABC, to explore the quality and culture of tea and herbal teas in our local communities and around the world.

Join us for:

  • an abbreviated screening of the tea documentary film, The Meaning of Tea
  • book signings and a panel discussion with noteworthy guests
  • a selection of premium tea
  • herb-inspired hors d’oeuvres
  • tea-infused cocktails and wine
Purity: A Meaningful, Tea-Inspired Benefit for the American Botanical Council
November 3rd, 2011
Ramscale West Village Lofts
463 West St
New York, NY 10014

Official Invitation Coming Soon!

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The Meaning of Tea on NPR Washington D.C. – WAMU 88.5 FM Wednesday, July 20th, 2011

July 18, 2011 by teatalker
 

 

 

 

Tune in to the Kojo Nnamdi Show at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, July 20th to hear Scott Chamberlin Hoyt, director of The Meaning of Tea, in conversation with Kojo Nnamdi and tea historian, Laurie Bell, as they discuss the history and culture of tea.

Listen live on the radio at 88.5 FM or stream the show through www.wamu.org . Feel free to call/email/tweet (@kojoshow) with questions and comments. Can’t tune in live? Check back at 3pm on July 20th for an archived recording of the show.

The Kojo Nnamdi show is a daily interactive public radio program on WAMU,  88.5 based in Washington, D.C.  Each Wednesday the show features a segmentexploring the connection between food and culture.
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Tasting Room Spotlight: Save 10% on Lemon Ginger & Moroccan Mint Green Tea until July 17th

July 14, 2011 by teatalker
Fresh mint and bright citrus blended with crisp green tea. Treat your senses to those refreshing flavors with our collection of Organic Green Teas inspired by our tea documentary film. From now until July 17th, we’re offering 10% off of our Organic Green Teas, Moroccan Mint and Lemon Ginger, when you use promotional code “SUMMER4″* in our Tasting Room.
Organic Moroccan Mint

A refreshing blend of organic peppermint with organic Chinese gunpowder, this green tea has been delicately rolled into round pellets that unfurl to reveal a delightful aroma and flavor. Serve with savory dishes. Refreshing mint complements dishes with pungent spices and flavors, such as Middle Eastern Cuisine.

The ultimate of refreshing blends, Organic Lemon Ginger excites the palate with crisp, earthy guo lu green tea, citrus bursts and warming ginger that soothes and invigorates. Serve with spicy flavors, as the lemongrass and ginger compliment the zesty tastes while the green tea soothes the palate. We recommend serving this tea after hearty, spicy meals as the ginger and green tea are known to soothe the stomach.
*Cannot be used with other coupons. One-time use only. Maximum purchase of 2 unit.
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Tea in The Kitchen: Lemon Ginger Tea Poached Pear

July 7, 2011 by teatalker

Beyond a steamy pot or an ice cold glass, tea can also be enjoyed on the plate. We’re always looking for delicious ways to infuse tea into new recipes. As we continue to experiment with our collection of teas in the kitchen, we hope that our recipes inspire you to do the same. And if you feel that you’ve created a dish that deserves its time in the spotlight, feel free to contact us and we might just feature it on our blog.

This week’s recipe comes from Alexis from teaspoons & petals. She used our Organic Lemon Ginger green tea in her sweet sauce for her rustic dessert, Poached Bosc Pear with Green Tea & Lemongrass/Ginger/Lavender Honey Simple Syrup. This fall inspired treat can be savored in the summer too, so why not add it to your next BBQ menu? Jump over to her post for the full list of ingredients and detailed recipe.

Lemon Ginger Tasting Notes & Food Pairing: Bright and refreshing citrus and lemongrass notes blend with spicy ginger and vegetal green tea. Guo lu green tea offers a crisp and earthy flavor profile that connects the bright lemon and warming ginger flavors. Serve with spicy flavors, as the lemongrass and ginger compliment the zesty tastes while the green tea soothes the palate. We recommend serving this tea after hearty, spicy meals as the ginger and green tea are known to soothe the stomach.

Do you cook with tea?

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Tasting Room Spotlight: Save 10% on The Meaning of Tea Book & CD

July 6, 2011 by teatalker

Maybe you need a soothing soundtrack for a summer road trip or a great read for the beach or garden? We’re celebrating the sights and sounds of summer with a special promotion on our companion book and the soundtrack to our film.

From now until July 10th, we’re offering 10% off The Meaning of Tea Companion Book & The Music of Tea CD when you use promotional code SUMMER3 in our Tasting Room. The perfect gift for any tea lover or summer tea treat for yourself.

The Meaning of Tea Companion Book The Meaning of Tea: A Tea Inspired Journey is a beautiful book that explores the calm and purposeful nature of tea through the words of tea growers, tasters, entrepreneurs, shopkeepers, scholars and experts from eight countries.

The Music of Tea CD Original world music inspired by and performed with the instruments of India, China, Japan, Morocco, Europe and the American folk tradition.

*Cannot be used with other coupons. One-time use only. Maximum purchase of 2 unit.

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What We’re Reading: “One Glass, Seven Layers of Tea”

June 28, 2011 by teatalker

We often steep a pot of tea and browse through favorite online publications to soak in what’s new in the tea world. While reading the Wall Street Journal, we came across this fascinating article about a seven-layered glass of tea in Bangladesh.

“Mr. Gour invented his colorful layered teas 10 years ago, when he was selling tea from a bamboo shack. He says he realized that teas from different leaves have slightly different densities. It took a year of experimenting before he could sell teas with more than two layers. Over the years, he learned to expand to seven.”

We are very inspired by the creativity that goes into each of Mr. Gour’s famous cups and blended layers of tea that are bursting with unique flavors. It’s rather poetic to think of each layer as a different tea experience that we can share on our tea-inspired journey. So, steep a cup or a whole pot and enjoy the article.

What unique tea creation or tea moments are you steeping and sharing lately?

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Tasting Room Spotlight: The Meaning of Tea Trio (DVD, Book, CD)

June 20, 2011 by teatalker

From now until June 26th, we’re offering 10% off The Meaning of Tea Trio: DVD of documentary film, companion book, CD when you use promotional code SUMMER1 in our Tasting Room* The perfect gift for any tea lover.

Package Includes:

- The 74 minute documentary film

- The book with more than 50 interviews

- The 51-minute CD

The Meaning of Tea Documentary Film DVD Director Scott Chamberlin Hoyt travels through India, Japan, Taiwan, Morocco, England, France, Ireland, and even Tea, South Dakota. Unveiling tea’s mysterious appeal, the film considers the question of whether there is any inherent “meaning” to be found in tea, particularly in an amped-up, high-tech era increasingly dominated by mass-marketing and fast food.

The Meaning of Tea Companion Book The Meaning of Tea: A Tea Inspired Journey is a beautiful book that explores the calm and purposeful nature of tea through the words of tea growers, tasters, entrepreneurs, shopkeepers, scholars and experts from eight countries.

The Music of Tea CD Original world music inspired by and performed with the instruments of India, China, Japan, Morocco, Europe and the American folk tradition.

*Cannot be used with other coupons. One-time use only. Maximum purchase of 2 unit.

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The Meaning of Tea to appear as part of Maison de Thé Camillia Sinensis’ annual Spring Tea Tasting Event

June 16, 2011 by teatalker

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