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Matcha Discernment | Sourcing the Best, with Intention

Matcha Discernment | Sourcing the Best, with In...

There’s something quietly powerful about trusting your palate. After years in the Japanese green tea world, I’ve learned that the best matcha doesn’t shout—it whispers in depth, energy, and harmony....

Matcha Discernment | Sourcing the Best, with In...

There’s something quietly powerful about trusting your palate. After years in the Japanese green tea world, I’ve learned that the best matcha doesn’t shout—it whispers in depth, energy, and harmony....

Genmai-Matcha: A Daily Ritual with a Matcha Boost

Genmai-Matcha: A Daily Ritual with a Matcha Boost

Some teas just hit that perfect sweet spot between comfort and tradition. Genmaicha — nutty, toasty, earthy… now blended with vibrant matcha for a little everyday magic. This blend brings...

Genmai-Matcha: A Daily Ritual with a Matcha Boost

Some teas just hit that perfect sweet spot between comfort and tradition. Genmaicha — nutty, toasty, earthy… now blended with vibrant matcha for a little everyday magic. This blend brings...

Dance — It’s the Peak of Summer ☀️💃 | Clifton Karhu July Calendar

Dance — It’s the Peak of Summer ☀️💃 | Clifton K...

July reminds me to slow down, enjoy the sunshine, and — as Clifton Karhu says — dance. His woodblock artwork always captures something special about the seasons, and I’m so...

Dance — It’s the Peak of Summer ☀️💃 | Clifton K...

July reminds me to slow down, enjoy the sunshine, and — as Clifton Karhu says — dance. His woodblock artwork always captures something special about the seasons, and I’m so...

Jeju Island Matcha Review: First Impressions from a Kyoto Tea Lover

Jeju Island Matcha Review: First Impressions fr...

I’m always grateful for the chance to explore new tea, especially when it comes from dear friends. Today I tried a premium, organic first-flush matcha from Jeju Island, South Korea...

Jeju Island Matcha Review: First Impressions fr...

I’m always grateful for the chance to explore new tea, especially when it comes from dear friends. Today I tried a premium, organic first-flush matcha from Jeju Island, South Korea...

Brewing Sencha in My Favorite Thrifted Teapot (Rebrew Friendly!)

Brewing Sencha in My Favorite Thrifted Teapot (...

You don’t need fancy tools to create peaceful, delicious tea moments. Today I’m steeping a delicate teaspoon of classic loose leaf Sencha at 160°F for 60 seconds — the result?...

Brewing Sencha in My Favorite Thrifted Teapot (...

You don’t need fancy tools to create peaceful, delicious tea moments. Today I’m steeping a delicate teaspoon of classic loose leaf Sencha at 160°F for 60 seconds — the result?...

Everyday Art: Free-Style Ikebana with a $7 Bouquet

Everyday Art: Free-Style Ikebana with a $7 Bouquet

Some days, beauty really is what you make of it. Today? A $7 Trader Joe’s mini arrangement 🌼✨💐, a little peaceful time, and some fragrant eucalyptus turned into a playful...

Everyday Art: Free-Style Ikebana with a $7 Bouquet

Some days, beauty really is what you make of it. Today? A $7 Trader Joe’s mini arrangement 🌼✨💐, a little peaceful time, and some fragrant eucalyptus turned into a playful...