Chinese Diet Green Tea: Good for Diet?
Did you know that during the Boston Tea Party, the tea that was dumped into the harbor was mostly Chinese green tea? Well, this delightful beverage has been around for thousands of years and has been part of the Chinese diet since the ancient times.…
The Chinese Tea History
Well, China is obviously the homeland of tea. According to some Chinese tea history resources, it was in the southwest part of the country that the tea was first found.
Bojenmi Chinese Tea: The Ultimate Secret for Weight Loss
The Bojenmi Chinese tea actually has a mild taste, something like the ordinary black tea, but with a slight added spicy-bitter taste. If desired, you can add a small amount of sugar or other sweetener on it to alter the taste.
Chinese Herbal Teas
Chinese herbal teas are technically called Tisanes. These are recognized as infusions made herbs and not tea from the Camelia Sinensis plant. The essence of the herb is extracted when the tea is steeped in hot water. Traditionally, the Chinese herbal…
Ways For Guys To Start Enjoying Valentine’s Day Again
It’s not easy and when you just do not know what to buy or say, it can be very frustrating. To help all of the guys out there to have a memorable and fun way of spending the day, here are some tips to help you.
The origins of Valentines Day
Every year February 14th is celebrated as a day for love, exchange of gifts, promises of eternal passion, and more. The inspired pen poems inspired by their love and admiration for the women of their dreams while others just go to shops and buy…
Valentines Day Wine And Food Ideas
Once again Valentines Day is here and even though it may not be official holiday it is a very important day for that special women in our life. So while we have some time lets plan ahead for the big even and make it a great day for that special someone…
Cooking for Two on Valentine’s Day
There are many holidays that are meant to be a celebration of family, friends, and memories. Valentine’s Day is a holiday that is meant to be a celebration of love. While that love can relate to family and friends, it is quite often interpreted as a…
Chinnese New Year 2026
Chinese New Year in 2026 falls on Tuesday, February 17, marking the start of the Year of the Fire Horse. Celebrations last 16 days, culminating with the Lantern Festival on March 3, 2026. This year is uniquely marked by a “ring of fire”…
Yuletide Russin Breakfast
Ingredients: 1 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and crumbled1 cup shredded Swiss cheese1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese2 (9 inch) unbaked pastry shells6 eggs, lightly beaten1 cup milk1/2 cup chopped onion1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper1/3 cup chopped green…
Yuletide Days of Old – Ancient and other Customs of Christmas
Christmas as a holiday period was instituted and celebrated at about the same time as other winter solstice festivities, because church leaders at the time believed that would make more people participate in the new holiday period. That objective was…
Decorating Your Kitchen for Christmas
When it comes to decorating for Christmas, there are many individuals who automatically think about their Christmas tree. While decorating your Christmas tree is a big part of the Christmas holiday, it is not the only thing in your home that you could or…
Why You Should Let Your Kids Make Their Own Christmas Decorations
Are you planning on decorating your home for the holidays this year? If so, there is a good chance that you will be in need of decorations. When it comes to decorating for Christmas, many individuals automatically head to their local department…
How To Decorate Your Holiday Table
A unique and festive holiday tablescape can be easily created with some planning, simple materials, and your imagination. Just like dressing up for special occasions, little touches can make a big impact on how your table looks to your guests. One…
Lose Weight During The Holidays? How To Get Double Credit For Every Lost Pound!
If you've been struggling with your excess fat, the prospect of the upcoming holidays may well fill you with dread. You barely fit in your clothes as is. If things go the way they usually go during the holidays, you may have to join the post-holiday…
How To Relieve Tension During The Holidays
The question of how to relieve tension is as important as ever in today’s ever-increasingly hectic world. Many different techniques can be used, each with its pros and cons, but today we are going to talk about a way of relieving tension that…
Holiday Italian Food
Have you ever wanted to celebrate the holidays with Italian food? Maybe you want to try something different this year and love Italian food, or maybe you’ve been invited to spend the holidays with Italian friends or are fortunate enough to actually…
How to Have A Non Stress Christmas
Christmas is supposed to be one of the most joyous times of the year. Unfortunately, for a lot of people, including myself, Christmas was always filled with stress. How to get all the shopping done when I worked full time was a chore in itself. Then…
Peach Tomato Salsa
I use roughly five pounds of peach tomatoes. Core and chop them, and put them aside. In about 1/4 cup olive oil, saute one bulb of garlic (adjust to taste), one large purple onion, two bell peppers (any color, cut up), two Hungarian banana peppers, one…
Grow Your Own Salad Already Mixed!
Some folks’ favorite garden produce is “mesclun”, aka “baby greens”, “designer” or salad greens, and many feel that they are among the easiest plants to grow. They are also being grown together more and more often, which is what mesclun means – all…
Natural Ways To Calm Everyday Anxiety
Anxiety is something many of us deal with daily. However, some individuals are incapacitated with constant thoughts of anxiety, so much so that the daily activities of life are impacted. These people cannot find peace of mind and need to actively try and…