Steeping Around
Steeping Around
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We’re taking back tea-time and kicking it up a notch while turning up the fun. No sitting around in a stuffy living room sipping from dainty china with pinkies in the air. We don’t mind a bit of dirt and we’re going to take you into the nitty-gritty. What is tea? Why should we drink the stuff? What do we do with it? Manish Shah will be delving deep into the world of tea: introducing you to the people who make it, the people who sell it and those who drink it. Brace yourself – you’ll soon know everything you never knew you wanted to know about tea. You’ll be Steeping Around with Manish Shah.
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Steeping Around – The Beginning – What is tea, anyway?
Now that we've given you the tools to make an incredible cup of tea for yourself, we're going to backtrack a little bit- to the beginning! Where does tea come from, and when did people begin to take notice of it? Manish Shah answers these and other questions as he introduces the tea plant itself.
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Steeping Around with Manish Shah
Manish Shah was born in India, but spent much of his childhood in New York City. At a young age, a business opportunity brought his family to Tucson, Arizona where he still resides. During the 1990’s Manish was tuned into the growing popularity of chai tea, a spiced drink traditionally served in India. This trend prompted the young entrepreneur to develop his own blend of chai, and to sell it at local farmers’ markets. Manish’s chai tea was a huge success and the Maya Tea Company was born.
Manish oversees the operations not only of Maya Tea but also three farmers’ markets in Arizona, including the one where he sold his first chai blend. These beautiful outdoor markets connect communities with the people who produce local foods.
Now, Manish shares his wealth of knowledge and exuberance with you on Steeping Around.
About The Maya Tea CompanyToday Maya Tea Company offers over 200 varieties of loose leaf tea, as well as a line of iced teas, retail tins and a blossoming line of chai concentrates. Maya Tea greatly anticipates the arrival of its newest line, Vana Spa Tea. This new variety is strictly herbal and is geared toward health and wellness. Count on Manish Shah and Maya Tea Company to continue to seek out fresh and exciting new ideas for tea and tea blends.
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- Steeping Around – The Beginning - What is tea, anyway?
Now that we've given you the tools to make an incredible cup of tea for yourself, we're going to backtrack a little bit- to the beginning! Where does tea come from, and when did people begin to take notice of it? Manish Shah answers these and other questions as he introduces the tea plant itself.
- Steeping Around – Talking Iced Tea - Part 6: Spike it!
Host Manish Shah cracks open his liquor cabinet, as he draws his focus to tea and mixology. He examines several liquors that blend wonderfully with iced tea, as well as many mixers that are non-alcoholic. For the hands-on enthusiasts, a recipe to make tea-infused liquors from home. Get ready to par-tea!
- Steeping Around – Talking Iced Tea - Part 5: Herbs, Spices, Fruits and... Veggies?
Never added cool cucumbers to your glass of iced tea? You are in for a treat! Open your mind, as host Manish Shah counts the numerable and memorable ingredients that can add spice and zest to your favorite summer drink. Manish addresses the question: "What are tannins?"
- Steeping Around – Talking Iced Tea - Part 4: Make it Sweet!
Host Manish Shah examines several options for sweetening your summer iced tea, including sugar, stevia, molasses, and agave nectar. He answers the question: "What's the best tea for me when I'm feeling low?"
- Steeping Around – Talking Iced Tea - Part 3: Cold Brewing
Host Manish Shah examines several cold brewing methods of making iced tea: using the power of the sun, nothing but your refrigerator, and a strange technique involving solely ice. He answers the question, "Why does iced tea fog up, and what can I do about it?" Tune in to stay chilled.
- Steeping Around – Talking Iced Tea – Part 2: Hot Brewing
Manish Shah delves into the varietal techniques in making excellent iced tea, focusing on hot brewing methods. He answers the question from London: "How is it that you yanks manage to get through the afternoon without a teatime?"
- Steeping Around – Talking Iced Tea - Part 1: The Colorful History
Host Manish Shah recounts the brief and colorful history of iced tea. He expands upon the variations enjoyed around the world, from sun tea to sweet tea, bottled and canned teas to the delectable Thai Iced Tea. For the Question of the Week, Manish highlights the health benefits of green, black, and white teas.
- Steeping Around – How to Make a Great Cup of Tea - Part 2
Host Manish Shah reveals his final two tips for making an excellent cup of tea from home. Water temperatures and proper steep time are detailed for each of five main categories of tea. Manish answers the question: "Can I make multiple infusions from the same set of tea leaves?" Tune in to polish your tea making skills.
- Steeping Around – How To Make a Great Cup of Tea
Program host and world renowned tea master, Manish Shah, details the art of making a great cup of tea. As it turns out, it's not very complicated at all. In fact it's all about simplicity. Apparently, a microwave and a tea bag are not involved. So, tune in to Steeping Around and enjoy a soothing, herbal experience.
- Steeping Around - Warming The Kettle: The Story of Maya and Chai
Host Manish Shah debuts Steeping Around by recounting his origins from a Farmer's Market stand to an international tea company, from one product to hundreds, and from psychology to marketing. Manish answers the question: "what tea works best to replace coffee?"
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