Winter in Chinese Medicine

With the changing of the seasons, we forget that like our furry friends that hibernate in the colder months, we should be taking the time to relax and conserve our energies as well. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, winter is a time to nourish our bodies, to sleep more, and to reflect on our spirituality, our relation- ships with people and indeed, our relationships with ourselves. Although the holiday season is busy, we can also take this time to celebrate and give thanks. This is also a time when we want to incorporate more “warming” foods in our diets to help …

Cinnamon Heart Latte

Steep 2 tsp. Chai American in 3/4 cup boiling water for 5 minutes. Strain tea leaves and top with 1/2 cup your choice of warmed milk product. (We like almond milk — choose an almond milk with a little sweetness if you would like a sweeter tasting latte or use plain and add some honey […]

Gingerbread House Tea

Popcorn in tea? Well yes we have one. Interesting to look at, delicious to drink hot or cold. Ingredients: Apple bits, pineapple bits, papaya bits, cinnamon sticks, beetroot bits, roasted almonds, popcorn, raisins, flavouring, This is a mild fruit tea suitable for children because beetroot is used instead of Hibiscus for flavour and colour. This […]

Fall Fruit Teas to Try

PUMPKIN SPICE LOOSE LEAF TEA Popular all year round, this fruit tisane has a pumpkin spice taste and is enjoyable hot or cold. Add it to apple juice and serve hot. Its Ingredients are Apple bits, raisins, candied papaya bits, carrot bits, beetroot bits, flavour, pumpkin bits, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, rose petals, nutmeg. This makes […]