Maria Faith

Beyond Chamomile: Exploring Lesser-Known Herbal Infusions from Around the World

October 23, 2025

Tea is one of the most popular drinks worldwide, cherished for centuries as much for its taste as for its role in tradition and culture. While many people immediately think of green tea, black tea, or perhaps a steaming mug of mint tea, the spectrum of herbal infusions—blends using various herbs, fruits, and flowers—offers countless…

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ChatGPT said: Japanese Green Tea : A cup of matcha symbolising modern Japanese tea culture.

Beyond Matcha: Exploring the Diverse World of Japanese Green Tea Varieties

October 9, 2025

Let’s be honest, when you hear “Japanese green tea,” your mind likely pictures a vibrant, frothy bowl of matcha. From trendy matcha lattes in every café to ice cream and desserts, matcha has become the undisputed global face of Japanese tea culture. And for good reason! It’s a delicious, versatile ingredient with numerous health benefits.…

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Best Park in SG : The elegance of unopened Camellia sinensis buds

Silver Needle White Tea: The Delicate Emperor of Chinese Tea

October 4, 2025

In the vast and storied world of Chinese tea, few varieties command the reverence and prestige of Silver Needle white tea. Celebrated as Bai Hao Yin Zhen (白毫銀針)-meaning “White Hair Silver Needle”-this exceptional Chinese white tea sits atop the hierarchy of not just white tea, but among all tea types. Each slender ‘needle’ is not…

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