Tisanes make for a wonderful alternative when you’re not in the mood for a caffeinated drink. They are delicious whether consumed hot or cold, and many come in bright colours that are an instant mood-lifter. However, there are several clever uses for tisanes besides its most obvious one, as a beverage. Here are a few […]
All across the world, the holidays bring with it treats that make this time of the year even more special. In India, whether it’s Christmas, or Diwali, the air is filled with a certain anticipation of the festivities that are about to begin. Although these celebrations are generally accompanied with alcohol, there are several dishes […]
Diwali is around the corner, and while there are myriad social obligations to attend to, hosting a fun brunch is a good way to get into the swing of things. Having friends over for brunch offers flexibility in many ways – in terms of the duration of the brunch (do you want to linger over […]
We have all been told some time in our lives that if we can’t sleep, we should drink a warm glass of milk. However, that may not be everyone’s cup of tea. Teas on the other hand, come in a variety of flavours, and contrary to popular belief, there are several zero or low caffeine […]
Evening teas in an Indian context are often restricted to spiced tea or masala chai. Tea in most cultures forms the centre of conversation and camaraderie. In the Indian culture, tea forms the centre of everything from first dates to tête-à-têtes among friends and family members alike.As something that is so intrinsic to our culture […]
This article is the second in the series of the Hillcart Tales’ guide to different teas for the morning, afternoon, evening, and night. Below, we explore teas on a spectrum of flavour and caffeine content to sustain you through a sleepy afternoon. The lunch hour on weekdays is a break that every employee looks forward […]
Tea is a personal choice and almost everyone has an opinion on what makes a perfect cup. The debate about loose-leaf tea vs. teabag has been going on for a while. So, are you a teabag person or do you prefer loose-leaf tea? Reading the leaves Loose-leaf tea contains whole tea leaves and buds that […]
This article is the first in the series of the Hillcart Tales’ guide to different teas for the morning, afternoon, evening, and night. Below, we explore teas on a spectrum of flavour and caffeine content to compliment your breakfast. The next time you buy tea, think about it as a lifestyle choice rather than […]
There are few pleasures in life like perfectly brewed tea. A good cup of tea can be a sensual journey awakening the senses of sight, smell, and taste. Most of us have likely grown up drinking chai, that unique Indian way of making tea by boiling with milk and sugar, often adding an assortment […]
We may be well past summer, but in a warm and humid (for the most part) country like India, there’s rarely a bad time for a tall, cold glass of iced tea. While premixed iced tea is readily available in cafés and supermarkets, it’s usually too sweet and syrupy. But it’s easy enough to make […]
