No trip to London can be complete without indulging in afternoon tea, an elaborate tea ritual that has been in vogue in Britain since the mid-19th century. It evolved as a mini meal to stem hunger between lunch and supper. Here’s where to indulge in this tradition on your next trip to London. The Ritz […]
“When tea becomes ritual, it takes its place at the heart of our ability to see greatness in small things. Where is beauty to be found? In great things that, like everything else, are doomed to die, or in small things that aspire to nothing, yet know how to set a jewel of infinity in […]
A welcome relief after the fierce Indian summers, the monsoons bring with them a beautiful combination of petrichor and nostalgia. The cool temperatures — we have not been able to fathom why — dial up our cravings for fried savouries. From pakoras and samosas in the north to bonda and paniyaram in the south, and […]
You know that your favourite black tea originates in the tea gardens of Darjeeling or Assam and that green tea is the most popular in Japan and parts of China. But what gives the former a distinct, bold taste and the latter, a range of tastes from sweet to vegetal to fruity? We explore the […]
The British famously believe that a cup of tea can cure nearly everything. It comes as no surprise that their enthusiasm played a big role in fostering India’s passion for the humble brew. You can see it happen as the clock strikes five — all over India, life slows down because it’s time to enjoy […]
“Would you like an adventure now, or shall we have our tea first?” – J.M. Barrie Beneath this simple question from the classic fictional tale of Peter Pan, lies the eternal dilemma of every tea-loving traveller — the answer is tea, of course, but what kind of adventure allows a good cup of tea? Since […]
For thousands of years, Yoga has been known to heal the mind and body of those who practice it as a way of life. Similarly, the practice of drinking tea dates back to thousands of years and has been known to hydrate the body, cure ailments and relax the mind. Oolong, white, green and black […]
