$30.00 Matcha Bowl with Cherry Blossom Motif

Matcha Bowl with Cherry Blossom Motif 

Matcha Bowl with Cherry Blossom Motif
Materials: Porcelain 
Dimensions: 4 3/4" x 3 1/4" 
Recommended Use: For whisking tea with a bamboo whisk

White clay body with pink floral motif. This is a hand painted bowl from Japan. Also available in plain white. Our Price: $30.00

Matcha Teabowls
Chanoyu, the Japanese tea ceremony, celebrates imperfection and variety. No two objects are ever the same. Every artifact used for the ceremony is noticed and appreciated. Matcha bowls reflect the ideals of the tea ceremony in their form, texture and variety. Often associated with seasons, and type of tea, matcha bowls are an essential component to the Japanese tea ceremony.
Do not fill the entire bowl with tea, but rather leave most of the interior to be admired while drinking. Notice how the warm tea bowl feels in your hands. Is the surface rough, or smooth? How does the bright green tea look against the black or pink glaze? Bowls are thought of as an extension of personal expression, find the one that suits you.
Japanese tea masters were known to use “mei” pet names for their favorites objects and utensils. This was another way to notice and appreciate each object used in the tea ceremony.
Our collection changes frequently and quantities are limited. If you see one you like, now is the time to make it your own

Matcha Bowl with Cherry Blossom Motif

Matcha, also known as Maccha is green tea powder that comes directly from Japan. One of the most popular green tea in Japan and a very important element of cultural activity known as "Japanese tea ceremony." Besides making matcha green tea, this powder is often used for other recipes. Matcha is really a very specific type of tea leaves, protected from sunlight a few weeks before harvest, so it takes longer to grow. This slow growth causes an increased amino acid levels in leaves.

$33.00 Classic Grade Organic Morning Matcha Thin Style Matcha Tea 30g

Classic Grade Organic Morning Matcha Thin Style Matcha Tea 30g

Classic Grade Organic Morning Matcha Thin Style Matcha Tea 30g

Invigorating and calming matcha tea for every day, certified organic by Japanese Agricultural Standards Association (JAS). 

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Our Price: $33.00

Organic Matcha Powdered Green TeaClassic Grade Thin Style Matcha Tea

Morning Matcha, organic matcha powdered green tea,  is rich in nutrients and antioxidants, especially the potent and renowned catechin, EGCg.  Matcha contains caffeine, which stimulates the body, and amino acids, which relax the mind.  A serving provides 3 to 4 hours of mild steady energy.  Perfect for focusing on work, meditation or play.

Preparation in a Tea Bowl with A Whisk and Sifter
Sift 1 tsp matcha tea into a tea bowl.  Add 3 oz hot, not boiling, water (about 180 degrees).  Whisk vigorously in a zigzag motion until a light foam covers the tea.  Matcha is ready to drink.  Adjust proportions to taste.

Preparation in a Tea Cup with Hot WaterScoop about 1 teaspoon matcha into your favorite teacup and add a few drops of hot water to melt the tea into a paste.  After the tea is melted, fill your cup with 6 ounces of water. Experiment with water temperature and amout of tea and water.  Try adding a bit of honey or milk.
 
Why sift matcha?

For the same reason bakers sift flour before using. The static electricity in the air encourages powders (be it flour, baking powder, cocoa, etc) to stick together and form clumps. The same is true with matcha green tea powder. Sifting matcha smoothes it out and lets it blend better into your drink or cooking recipe.

What does thin tea mean?
The term "thin grade" means use less tea to more water, a style referred to as "thin tea."

About Nishio Growing Regions and JAS Organic Certification
We sourced this matcha from the environmentally friendly hillside region of Nishio. In the late 1800's a Buddhist priest introduced the varietal and production techniques of the Uji region used in matcha production.  Soon Nishio became a formidable producer of matcha tea.

$29.95 Bodum Latte Frother

Bodum Latte Frother 

Bodum Latte Frother - Orange

Milk frother from Bodum. Froth milk for foamy lattes served hot or cold. 

Our Price: $29.95 

With this new, sensational milk frother the perfect foam comes at the push of a button. An absolute novelty, the BODUM® LATTE’s foaming spiral not only rotates in both directions, but it also moves up and down, thus pumping more air into the milk and making the foam, to put it simply, even foamier. It’s designed for 0.2 l milk to be foamed at a time. For best results use ice cold non-fat or low-fat milk, froth it and then put the BODUM® LATTE into the microwave for hot foam.

Tips for Using the Bodum Milk Latte Frother

• Milk froths best when chilled or slightly warmed.
• Skim milk froths better than milk with high fat content.
• Use a spoon to transfer foam from frother onto your beverage.

Bodum Latte Frother - Orange

I think we can all agree that, while a cup of latte or cappuccino is one of our most important "business" list. I mean, let's be honest, when we feel down, a good bar to give us that extra spark we need to go through our days. Unfortunately, these drinks are very expensive and not even considering the high peaks, we leave our friends in the local cafe.
So the next best thing would be to buy their own espresso machine. But no milk for cappuccino, you can not enjoy a drink as much as desired. I can not tell you how many times I was irritated by the process of foaming milk. This can make it very difficult to correct, and it's easy to burn milk.