Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 11/3/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 11/3/21

Two Mistakes to Avoid When Steeping Green Tea

Watch a video that breaks down the how-to's of brewing green tea focusing on the two main factors you have to pay attention to: temperature and time

Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 11/1/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 11/1/21

All Tea Comes from the Same Plant

All tea regardless of green or black tea (whatever the type) originates from the same tea plant: camellia sinensis. What makes a tea vs. an herbal leaf drink is whether or not the leaves came from the camellia sinensis plant.

Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/30/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/30/21

What is the difference of green and black tea?

The degree to which a tea leaf is oxidized, is the principal factor determining what category of tea the finished leaf will belong to.

Tea processing is the artful manipulation of heat and moisture to optimally control oxidation.

Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/29/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/29/21

It’s Time to Decolonize Tea

everything I’ve wanted to say and have been thinking for the last 10 years about regarding tea, its colonial history, and the legacy of that still today for Whetstone Magazine’s Online Journal.

Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/12/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/12/21

Natural Flavors of Unscented and Unblended Tea

Discover the taste of a tea’s natural flavors. I explain why this will give you a more exciting and more fun tea drinking experience.

Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/11/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/11/21

Five Simple Principles for Making the Perfect Cup of Tea

You don’t need a fancy or complicated ceremony to brew tea optimally. You don’t even need a teapot. You just need to respect these basic principles for brewing the perfect cup of tea

Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/10/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/10/21

Ideal Tea Steeping Infographic

A handy infographic I made just for you to help you learn the optimal windows for brewing each type of tea.

Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/10/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/10/21

Easiest Way to Make Loose Leaf Tea at Home

Watch a video on how to brew loose-leaf tea at home without any special teaware pieces. All you need is a mixing cup and a fork.

Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/9/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/9/21

KCRW Interview on Decolonizing Tea

Listen to the conversation I had with Evan Kleinman on her public radio show and podcast "Good Food” on KCRW.

Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/9/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/9/21

Please Don’t Microwave Your Water for Tea

Watch a video where I discuss how your cup of tea is 98% water, so let’s all give our water a little respect while making a cup of green tea.

Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/9/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/9/21

How to Make a Great Cup of White Peony White Tea

Watch a video made in collaboration with AsiaStore at the Asia Society in New York City, which shows you everything you need to know for a great cup of White Peony White Tea.

Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/9/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/9/21

Step-by-step How To Make a Perfect Cup of Oolong tea

My step-by-step recipe for the ultimate cup of oolong tea for KCRW Good Food’s blog.

Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/8/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/8/21

Why Do People “Rinse” their Tea?

De-mystifying this extra little step that will help you get the most out of your tea leaves to make the ultimate cup of tea.

Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/6/21 Charlene Tranquil Tuesdays 10/6/21

Best Way to Store Your Teas

The basic things to keep in mind to store your teas and preserve their freshness for as long as possible.