Tea Tales
Karma Kettle
Baarish aur Chai Pakore: Indian snacks to try this monsoon with your tea
Pleasant skies, lovely breezes, blissful pours, and soft music playing in the background- what soothing imagery right? Along with it, if there's a cup of tea and a plate of your favorite titbits, what a monsoon evening it would be! Sit back and relax on the decision-making while we list out snacks for you, to have with your steaming cup of Kadak Chai. 1. Ajwain Aur Kalonji ki Nimki This crispy Bengali snack is spiced with kalonji (onion seeds) and ajwain (cumin seeds). It is challenging to stop oneself from eating too many of these simple treats, which are made...
Karma Kettle
Teas that boost the results of intermittent fasting plan
Our bodies are accustomed to absorbing energy from food throughout the day. Hence, it’s normal to experience some discomfort during the initial days of intermittent fasting. Drinking tea can help ease these symptoms, as your body starts to adjust to the fasting period. Tea can help you ease into fasting by reducing some of the common side effects and changing your eating habits. By decreasing ghrelin levels, tea can help block the hunger hormones, effectively stopping the pangs. Here are the types of teas that can help you on your weight loss journey: Hibiscus Tea Hibiscus tea can aid in natural...
Karma Kettle
How to plan the perfect afternoon tea party?
Afternoon tea is a British gastronomic custom that involves sitting down for tea, sandwiches, scones, and cake in the afternoon. Many people use the terms "afternoon tea" and "high tea" concurrently because they assume there is no difference. High tea is a British ritual in which tea is consumed while sitting in high-backed chairs at a table laden with plated foods. When to start the party? Afternoon tea is generally served between four and five o'clock in the drawing room. Afternoon tea is now offered in restaurants, hotels, and tea rooms across the world beginning usually at 3 in...
Karma Kettle
Flowers that can enhance the taste of your tea!
Since the earliest times, floral buds have been infused in teas along with various other ingredients to create delicious blends. Floral teas come under the category of herbal teas and are considered to be very healthy as they are caffeine free. Whether you’re thinking of beautiful spring flowers, a chilled iced tea to cool down your body during summer or just love the flowery aroma, a nice floral tea is the best way to satisfy your soul. Read on to find a list of various floral teas that have a wondrous aroma and palate coupled with a number of health benefits!...
Karma Kettle
The difference between matcha and green tea!
Admit it, we all love scrolling through Instagram and watching those aesthetic matcha reels, but we still have no clue how it differs from the typical green tea. However, matcha is in fact very different from green tea. They have different flavours, cultivation methods and health benefits. The only similarity that they have is that they both come from the same Camellia Sinensis plant. Palate-Green tea usually has a mild and subtle flavour. It is extremely refreshing and based on how it is processed and what condiments have been added, it can have floral, fruity or grassy notes. On the...
Karma Kettle
Which came first, coffee or tea?
Coffee and tea, just like peanut butter and jelly, have a unique chemistry and shared history in numerous households and cafes all around the world. Wherever one goes, the other tags along pretty much every time. A question that comes to mind now is which one of the two originated first, tea or coffee? Origin of Tea-Tea was first prepared in China around 2700 BC, making it one of the world’s earliest beverages. Evidence shows that tea was consumed for a good thousand years before coffee was cultivated for the very first time. After its discovery, tea was initially consumed...
Karma Kettle
All you need to know about Oolong Tea!
Origin Oolong is a tea representing the true craftsmanship of horticulture and tea production. It is a semi-fermented tea, and hence cannot perfectly fall under the category of green tea or black tea. Its form, palate and fragrance vary depending on where it's grown and how the tea master processes it. Its origin is traced back to the lands of China and Taiwan, where it is cherished even today. Due to its texture and colour, it was earlier called “Black Dragon Tea”, however, this name was later changed to oolong. The flavour of this tea can be sweet, light, woody and...
Karma Kettle
Travel Teas to Quench your Wanderlust
For all of those who love travelling, there comes a problem frequently. The feeling of wanderlust, and not being able to quench it for whatever reason there may be. Since we cannot travel full-time, we are no strangers to this feeling of longing to visit that exotic beach or that scenic countryside, sometimes we have to find other ways to ease our wanderlust. Okay, we know nothing compares to the joy of packing and boarding flights and the feeling upon reaching the destination. But if there’s one way to experience some of this feeling that you’re craving, the trick is...
Karma Kettle
Chai - We can’t get enough of it!
In India, chai is more significant than only a cup of tea to begin the day - the thick sweet drink is a crucial part of every Indian’s life. When you stroll around an Indian neighbourhood, you will discover innumerable chaiwallahs (tea sellers) steaming up a warm Masala Chai for their customers. Indians drink approximately 837,000 tonnes of tea yearly, making it the country’s most famous and loved beverage. It has been documented that tea in India was firstly used for medicinal purposes back in 500 B.C, and later the culture of drinking tea was made famous by the Britishers....
Karma Kettle
Tea: A perfect choice for corporate gifting!
Once in a while, you would want to thank your employees or congratulate a client on their achievement. The ideal way to do it is through corporate gifting. In this guide, we'll take you through the essentials of corporate gifting in detail, and share our advice on how to manage corporate gifts in 2022. Personalise your gifts - A personalised gift makes a powerful impression on the recipient and says a lot about the gift giver. It establishes a connection and celebrates the bond. Do not insert promotions - Corporate gift-giving is mostly done to express gratitude to your staff and to...
Recent Articles
Categories