What is Gongfu Tea

Posted on: 05 January, 2018

Author: Karina Garcia

Gongfu tea (sometimes called Kung fu Tea) is a name given to a traditional Chinese way of making tea, not a type of tea. Instead, it’s a way of brewing tea.  Because of the artistic side of such steeping method, it can also be considered a kind of tea culture. Especially, during ancient times, people practice gongfu tea to self-cultivate. The real essence of this is to become aware of the ‘cha qi’ (tea energy), so that tea is experienced beyond just taste, aroma, and appearance, but also how it affects one’s body and mind.   Gongfu Brewing Steps   1.The teapot ...

Best Tea in China

Posted on: 05 January, 2018

Author: Karina Garcia

Tea-drinking is a constituent part of Chinese culture. China is an original producer of tea and is renowned for its skills in planting and making tea. Its customs of tea-drinking spread over to Europe and to many other regions through cultural exchange via the ancient "Silk Road" and other channels of trade. The Chinese nation has written a brilliant page for its tea culture in the history of world civilization. The development and promotion of tea has been one of China's principal contributions to the world.   1.Ti Kuan Yin   Iron Goddess. It is perhaps the most famous of oolong teas. ...

What is the Chinese Faomous Tea

Posted on: 05 January, 2018

Author: Karina Garcia

Tea-drinking is a constituent part of Chinese culture. China is an original producer of tea and is renowned for its skills in planting and making tea. Its customs of tea-drinking spread over to Europe and to many other regions through cultural exchange via the ancient "Silk Road" and other channels of trade. The Chinese nation has written a brilliant page for its tea culture in the history of world civilization. The development and promotion of tea has been one of China's principal contributions to the world. Traditionally, there are ten most famous teas, but not all "best eight" lists are...

A World of Imagination: Creating the Perfect Sweet Shop

Posted on: 05 January, 2018

Author: Lisa Jeeves

How can you maximise the potential of your retail space to create a magic world of confectionery delights? Read on to find out! My passion for wholesale confectionery can be traced back to my youth, sitting wide-eyed in front of the screen whilst a musically-talented man dressed in a bright, striped shirt swung around his sweet shop on a wooden ladder. Though I don’t recommend his sales tactics (how many free sweets does he give out in that scene?!), the classic wooden display shelves stuffed with delicious-looking treats should serve as inspiration for any ambitious shop owner. When we are...

Stevia – A Growing Guilt-Free Indulgence

Posted on: 05 January, 2018

Owing to its intense sweetness and negligible calorie content, stevia has become a buzzword in the sweetener market. Consumers nowadays are seeking best of both worlds, a combination of indulgence and wellbeing. This consumption trend is making stevia popular with each passing day!!!   A sugar substitute is a food additive that imparts a sweet taste like sucrose (table sugar) without providing a significant food energy/calories that sucrose provides otherwise. Some sugar substitutes are produced by nature, and others are produced synthetically. Stevia is the most popular, natural, low-calorie and zero glycemic index sweetener (200-350 times sweeter than sugar), extracted from...

Discover the Dos and Don’ts of the Alkaline Diet

Posted on: 05 January, 2018

Author: Gopal Dey

Trying to lose weight or want to start a natural meal plan? The alkaline diet may come handy. Read on to find some of the relevant facts, dos and don’ts. Most of us have heard of the alkaline diet. It’s everywhere, and ever since the top Hollywood celebs have endorsed it on different platforms, the popularity of the alkaline diet surged like never before. Of course, this is not an easy diet, and if you are someone who survives on meat and dairy, this might be even tougher. Nevertheless, the alkaline diet is certainly not a fad diet. It’s natural,...

The Hype around Alkaline Diet – Things You Need To Know!

Posted on: 05 January, 2018

Author: Gopal Dey

Should you follow the alkaline diet? This is your basic guide for everything you need to know before taking the first step. Read on to find more. Like everyone else, you must have heard some great things about the alkaline diet. What exactly is the alkaline diet? Should you follow it? Well, we have answered some of the common questions below.   What's The Alkaline Diet All About?   Well, the alkaline diet has a simple concept at its core – Eat alkaline-promoting food to prevent production of acids in the body. The diet has been around for a while now, but...

Sweet Nostalgia with Amatller Chocolates

Posted on: 05 January, 2018

Author: Lisa Jeeves

I look at the fascinating history of the Amatller brand, discovering its passion for art, culture and beautiful high-quality chocolates. What’s not to love? Today I am showcasing the Spanish success story that is Amatller. Famous both in the wholesale chocolate industry and outside of it, the quality products and beautiful, nostalgic packaging are unmistakable. The company prides itself on helping consumers enjoy its delicate treats with all of their senses. Let’s explore this centuries-old brand with a passion for chocolate and storytelling together. Spanish Success Amatller began life as a bijou artisan confectionery shop in the magical city of...

Choosing the Best Desktop Vaporizer for Sale

Posted on: 05 January, 2018

Author: Anas Jafri

There’s never been a better time to get in on the exciting hobby of vaping. The newest technology, availability, and prices of vaping setups are at a sweet spot that is proving irresistible for so many people – and with good reason! What could be better than getting amazing flavors, good sensations, and fun with friends at a great price? If you’ve thought about picking out a desktop vaporizer but don’t quite know what the Best Desktop Vaporizer For Sale is, you’ve come to the right place. In this blog, we’ll explore how you can find the right desktop vape...

Types of White Tea

Posted on: 13 November, 2017

Author: Karina Garcia

White tea is known to be one of the most delicate tea varieties because it is so minimally processed. White tea is harvested before the tea plant’s leaves open fully, when the young buds are still covered by fine white hairs, hence the name ‘white’ tea. Types of White Tea Today, many countries outside China are cultivating their own versions of white tea from other tea plant varieties. Some of the most popular white tea varieties include: Silver Needle (Yin Zhen), White Peony (Bai Mu Dan) and Yue Guang Bai White Tea. 1.Silver Needle Tea (Yin Zhen) The most famous...