A Treasure Trove of Teas

These tea varities from The Republic of Tea are amazing and would make very nice (and thoughtful) gifts. The flavors are delightful and unexpected--Mango Chili, Orange Red Carrot, Plantain Coconut, Black Currant Cardamon as well as anything-but-plain Raw Green Bush Tea. Enjoy the benefits of green tea  and have some very intriguing flavorings as well.

And The Republic of Tea also has an impressive selection of Kosher teas, as well.

http://www.therepublicoftea.com/

Scintillatingly Savory Sauces

Here are six sauces from Stonehouse 27 that have been simmered to perfection and waiting to enhance and amplify any number of dishes:

Tamarind and Garlic, mild with tomato and spices; Cilantro & Coconut, mild, with fresh herbs and lemon; Tomato and Chilies, medium, with warming spices and agave; Dates and Tamarind, hot and sweet, with roasted spices and chilies; Cashews and Cream (Mild) with garlic and aromatic spices and Cashews and Cream (Hot) with garlic and aromatic spices. Stonehouse 27 states that “…each unique Indian cooking sauce creation is a labor of love capturing the flavors and authenticity of Portuguese and Anglo influenced Indian cuisine with Indian cooking techniques. The end result is a sophisticated blend of rich spices and premium ingredients in a quick and easy to prepare homestyle cooking sauce...” We agree. The great thing about these sauces is, not only are they versatile—you can use them to flavor and bind tofu, vegetables, rice, seafood or meat—you can get away with using about a third of a jar at a time—perhaps half a jar if you want a dish that has more sauce. If you want a very “wet” dish then use the whole jar. But no matter how much you use, the flavor of each will make a lasting impression on your palate.

Visit their website and for a time there is free shipping on 3 or more jars. (Perfect additions to holiday gift baskets.)

http://www.stonehouse27.com/

Dessert Teas Deserving of Attention

Yearning for dessert but want something as light as possible? Here are three cozy, comforting and at the same time, sweetly satisfying teas from The Republic of Tea. One, Coconut Cocoa Tea allows you the pleasure of a sweet drink with the rich, exotic taste of coconut and chocolate to produce a thick, naturally sweet, tropical cup. The delicious taste of both cocoa and carob is a beguiling, low-calorie cup of dessert. Coconut Cocoa Herb Tea has trace amounts of caffeine.

Have a craving for something very chocolate but want to feel guiltless the next morning? How about Double Dark Chocolate Maté tea? This warm wonder is antioxidant-rich, organic, roasted Yerba Maté blended with organic dark cocoa powder in a guilt-free, full-bodied dessert tea.

Another choice might be Dream by the Fire Tea—as wonderful as its name. This Cinnamon Vanilla Herb Tea blends sweet vanilla and warm cinnamon with caffeine-free rooibos. This is a delicious soulful blend perfect for an evening cup.

What is Rooibos (ROY-boss)? -- It's a Red tea indigenous to South Africa and is bursting with polyphenois and flavonoids, which may help protect the body from free-radicals that weaken natural defenses.

Visit The Republic of Tea's beautiful website for a wide and delightful array of teas and tea inspired gifts.

http://www.republicoftea.com/