Tea culture

The formation of the triangular trade started between the British, China and India where in commodities such as silver, tea and opium were bartered between the countries. During this trade, the British, used India as an instrument to produce opium. The British then intended to sell the opium to China in return for tea and silver that was exported to Britain. The triangular trade between Britain, China, and India was therefore responsible for the formation of the British trade monopoly on China.…

From Qing to Opium Wars, trade was the main reason that England brought to war in China. Marco Polo as a traveler and a merchant from Venice, was the first one who truly shortens the distance between China and Europe. Before him, silk, porcelain and tea had always been a strong link between China and Europe. "Marco Polo Travels" dedicated his 17-year old living…

more relevant to our culture. Urban Remedy is currently headquartered in Marin County, California. Their slogan is “Food is Healing.” Urban Remedy creates and sells certified organic juice cleanses, shakes and snacks. Their categories include Juice Cleanse, Juice, Meals & Snacks, and Healthy Meal Plans. Juice cleanses feature the low glycemic cleanse, purify cleanse, refresh cleanse and super green cleanse. They also offer cold-pressed juices, lemonades, nut milk, cold brewed teas and coffees,…

years going back to the native Americans burning the leaves of the Sage plant for ancient spiritual cleanses and for the fresh smelling aurora it gave out. The Sage plant has many different ways of it being used such as uses the leaves to make a herbal tea, burning the leaves and even being able to chew on the leaves them selve to get the full effect and power from the plant. The uses of the Sage plant have definitely changed from when it was used from the native Americans to being used modern…

all day. I asked Rachel when the last time she had consumed alcohol. She said four days ago. I asked Rachel if she had consumed any alcohol today and she said she had not. Rachel volunteered she had been drinking Kombucha Tea (a fermented tea made with a fungus culture and black tea). She handed me an opened bottle of Synergy Cosmic Cranberry drink (AKA Kombucha). According to the Alcohol Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, Kombucha can contain more than .5% alcohol by volume, In Washington you have…

The kitchen is painted white, red and black accessories brighten the kitchen. The appliances are stainless steel with black accents. The smell from the oven and chai tea on the stove makes it a very inviting and cozy atmosphere. Mrs. Weeks invited me to sit at the island while she takes homemade coconut tarts from the oven. As we sip tea, Mrs. Weekes motioned to me that it was ok to start the interview, she has a busy day ahead planning for Thanksgiving and the 18th birthday of one of her…

Who could have foreseen that one person’s well-meaning act to save his nation could have caused rebellions and wars that would change our world so greatly? Commissioner Lin’s destruction of the British opium stash precipitated several power exchanges through wars, revolutions, and reform through adaptation and assimilation. As the Chinese fell after the Opium War, the Westerners rose to greatness by way of expanded territories, inflated economies, and strengthened armies. As dynasties were…

Tea is a hot drink made by infusing crushed dried leaves from a tea-plant. The English word “tea” comes from the Chinese word “te” (pronounced as “tay”) which means tea (Marcus, 2016). In the History of Tea article, it is said that “tea” has been with us since 2700 B.C. When China’s mythical emperor Shennong lived, he had tasted all of the herbs known to man including tea leaves, he was regarded as the father of Chinese medicine. Even though many people prepare tea differently it seems that a…

Pity for the Wild: Three Grotesques, written by Tennessee Williams and directed here at the University of Florida by Tiza Garland and Dr. Ralf Remshardt. In this production, we were given three different scenes with three different sets of actors. The scene designer Carl L. Sage seemed to have worked hard on the first scene but lacked creativity for lights and images on the second scene. Also, the directors Tiza Garland and Dr. Ralf Remshardt made smart casting choices, especially with Grace…

Hot Tea has become a popular beverage all over the world for many years. I am sure most of my friends here are familiar with it. India from where I immigrated to USA, this beverage is called CHA and CHAI. In Hindi language: मसाला चाय, literally means “Mixed-spice tea.” The term “Indian Masala Chai” have gained worldwide recognition and popularity. This beverage People drink all the time for any reason. Among Indian Business communities Masala Chai is commonly consumed during business hours. It…