Tea is traditionally grown in a tea garden. A garden can vary in size from a few bushes to hundreds of acres in size. Every major tea-producing country has its own specialties in the industry. Each country offers its own unique terroir and cultural practices in producing and handling tea. There are five traditional tea-producing […]
Tag Archives: India
Let’s Talk Tulsi
This week we are pleased to bring you information about our organic Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum). This herb is all the rage in ayurvedic circles, and has sparked considerable interest among our customers. It was by far the most inquired-about herb over the past six months. Please read on to learn more. Tulsi, Goddess at the Door Tulsi is an […]
Ramadan, Cardamom, and Guatemala
Greetings from QTrade Teas and Herbs! We are pleased to bring you information this week on Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) as a continuation of our series on herbs and spices. This spice is very popular in a wide variety of venues, particularly in chai blends and as a culinary seasoning in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine. […]
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