Vanessa Facenda
In these trying times, have a cup of tea
Have a scratchy throat? Feeling down? Have a cup of tea — it’s good for you both physically and mentally.
The best neighborhoods in America for coffee
“Location, location, location” has always been a classic real estate term, I just never realised that it also applied to the proximity of coffeehouses to one’s home! Apparently, when looking for a new apartment, one can now factor in the best neighborhoods to find that ideal cuppa Joe — and some are definitely better than others.
Covid-19’s effect on tea origins and production
Last week, the Tea and Herbal Association of Canada (THAC) held a two-day virtual North American Tea Conference under the theme, “The Present Reimagined.” The event offered a strong mix of presentations covering the impact of Covid-19 on Canadian consumption trends, consumer behaviour and purchasing patterns, as well as the pandemic’s effect on the global tea industry.
Vietnam is working to improve its reputation in tea
Poor processing methods, low quality standards, and heavy pesticide use saddled Vietnam with a “bad tea reputation.” But with new laws, higher standards and committed producers, Vietnam’s tea industry is looking to shed that tainted image and show the quality teas the country has to offer. By Vanessa L Facenda