It may have been a cold snowy day outside, but inside it was warm and cozy.
The warm, comforting aroma of chai spices filled the shop.
Chai is tea in India, so if you want the spicey tea- say Masala Chai, other wise if you say you want chai tea- you are saying you want a tea tea.
It was so much fun to partner with New World Spice and Tea Traders for a day of chai. We had an 11am class and a 1pm chai class.
New World has so many fun spices, oils, and teas in the shop. If you have not been, you need to visit.
138 main St, Wadsworth, OH
The cost was $15 per person and each person got to blend their own chai blend.
We talked about the spices and their health benefits and what they could bring to the chai.
Ginger is lemony, woody, earthy and warm.
Ginger increases serotonin
and dopamine levels. This can reduce inflammation, which may cause depression.
Ginger could also provide benefits for anxiety, depression, dementia,
Alzheimer's disease and post-traumatic stress disorder. Ease stomach pains: Ginger
can treat nausea and motion sickness. Better Digestion. Ginger helps speed up the digestion process
and empty your stomach more quickly, Improves Immunity, Alleviates PMS
Symptoms, Relieves Nausea and Upset Stomach, May Help With Cancer, Reduces Pain, Healthier
Skin, Weight Loss Aid.
Star anise has a very strong, distinct flavor that is warm, sweet, and spicy.
Star anise It has anti-fungal, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory
properties and may fight stomach ulcers, keep blood sugar levels in check and
reduce symptoms of depression and menopause. Combined with a nutritious diet
and healthy lifestyle, anise seed could improve several aspects of your health
I had some friends show up and surprise me at this tea- which added to the day too.
Even with one arm I was able to talk about chai and health benefits and history of the tea.
Cinnamon A sweet and woody flavor, cinnamon has a slight citrusy note, and its
spicy taste is often likened to the powerful punch of cloves.
Cinnamon - Contains powerful medicinal properties, loaded with
antioxidants, has anti-inflammatory properties, Could protect against heart
disease, Could improve sensitivity to insulin, Helps lower blood sugar levels,
May have beneficial effects on neurodegenerative diseases, Boost
Metabolism, Great Skin, Help Treat Cancer, Protect Your Brain.
Everyone was given a sheet with the spices listed and their benefits. Each person was also given a recipe card to write down their unique chai blend. They also had a measuring spoon, to go cup, empty tea bag, and mortar and pestle to blend with.
My friends that surprised me.
Spices before blending....they are beautiful!!
blending the spices....
I love sharing my passion of tea. And to watch people create their blends was so fun. Seeing friends laughing and mother and daughters having fun warmed my heart.
It was a successful day!!!!
It went so well we are partnering again for another tea!! Check out the Mother Daughter tea on April 29th.
2pm, $20 a pair ($10 each additional guest)
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