http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/index.html http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/70_How-to-use-the-fill-your-own-tea-bags.html Scroll to the bottom of this page to see how to use the fill your own tea filters. Sat, 26 Aug 2017 07:44:53 +1200 Pack your bags and head outdoors gogoNews::70::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/69_Curdling-Conundrum-Explained.html Read this really interesting article on why plant milks are prone to curdling when making a latte style milk drink and what you can do about it. Fri, 25 Aug 2017 11:30:40 +1200 Michelle gogoNews::69::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/68_Blended-Cream-Cheese-and-Cream-Macchiato.html Are you ready for this emerging drink trend? Popular throughout China read here is a video link about the Macchiato - Oolong Tea with a cream cheese and cream topping. Scroll to the bottom of this page to view it. Thu, 24 Aug 2017 19:42:39 +1200 Tea with cream cheese topping - watch the video and under links to the right of this page you will find the pdf recipe. gogoNews::68::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/67_Apple-Roses-.html These apple roses are an example of simple food done really well. Finely sliced red skinned apple wrapped in butter pastry and then baked in a muffin tin. They look and taste spectacular and are perfect for a special tea celebration. Thu, 24 Aug 2017 15:31:45 +1200 Michelle gogoNews::67::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/66_Autumn-Tea-News-and-Recipes-from-Stir-Tea.html We hope you enjoy our tea focused recipes and content. Wishing you Happy Tea Times, Michelle and the Stir Tea Team. Fri, 28 Apr 2017 14:02:42 +1200 Michelle gogoNews::66::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/65_Lapsang-Souchong-Coconut-Bacon.html A big thanks to Tea Enthusiast and Tea Writer Lu Ann Pannunzio for allowing us to share her recipe and beautiful image with you. Give it a try, it is a great meat alternative and tastes delicious. View Lu Ann's other posts and inspirations at: http://theteacupoflife.com/ Thu, 27 Apr 2017 18:52:25 +1200 Michelle gogoNews::65::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/62_Video_-Yoga-Flow-Smoothie-Bowl.html Enjoy a cup of tea at breakfast? Take it to the next level with this deliciousYoga Flow Smoothie. Tue, 28 Mar 2017 13:38:45 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::62::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/61_Video_-Green-Tea-Body-Scrub.html Stir Tea is not only great tasting, its also great for your skin! Take a look at this short video on how to make a fantastic body scrub. Tue, 28 Mar 2017 13:30:15 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::61::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/63_Video_-Tea-at-the-beach_.html We all love the beach! Here is how you can enjoy the perfect cup of Stir Tea when venturing outdoors. Tue, 28 Mar 2017 10:45:32 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::63::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/60_Summer-Newsletter.html We invite you to put the jug on, make yourself a cup of tea and take a read of our latest offering. We hope you enjoy it. Regards Michelle & the team at Stir. Mon, 30 Jan 2017 10:16:51 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::60::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/66_Autumn-Tea-News-and-Recipes-from-Stir-Tea.html We hope you enjoy our tea focused recipes and content. Wishing you Happy Tea Times, Michelle and the Stir Tea Team. Fri, 28 Apr 2017 14:02:42 +1200 Michelle gogoNews::66::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/60_Summer-Newsletter.html We invite you to put the jug on, make yourself a cup of tea and take a read of our latest offering. We hope you enjoy it. Regards Michelle & the team at Stir. Mon, 30 Jan 2017 10:16:51 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::60::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/55_February-Newsletter.html How sweet are you? If you are looking for an alternative natural sweetener for your baking or tea then read this excellent article... Thu, 28 Jan 2016 12:39:19 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::55::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/52_Lost-in-the-bush-___-make-a-cup-of-tea_-Nurturing-your-body-during-winter_-Recipes-and-more....html In this issue we focus on taking your tea outdoors, the part a cup of tea can play if you get lost in the bush, offer an energy loaf recipe full of sustenance for an active day and other tea news. Thu, 16 Jul 2015 12:17:02 +1200 Glen gogoNews::52::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/50_Tea-News_-Fig-and-Date-Slice-Recipe_-Kombucha-and-More.html In this issue we take a closer look at the current tea buzzword - kombucha, we offer a remarkable fig & date slice recipe, take a journey around the world in a teacup and share random acts of tea kindness: Thu, 19 Feb 2015 20:48:15 +1300 Glen gogoNews::50::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/48_Stir-Tea-News---How-to-make-the-perfect-cup-of-tea_-recipes-and-more_.html In this issue we look at how to make a perfect cup of tea accompanied by a wonderful 1941 movie on this topic, offer our favourite marmalade gingerbread recipe plus 40 ways to reuse your tea cups: Wed, 20 Aug 2014 11:32:56 +1200 Glen gogoNews::48::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/44_Stir-Tea-News---Black-or-White_-Hot-Apple-Cider-Tea-and-27-items-all-tea-lovers-need....html In this issue we look at the ritual of adding milk to your black tea, offer a recipe to warm you from head to toe and share the latest tea news: Thu, 05 Jun 2014 13:32:21 +1200 Anonymous gogoNews::44::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/39_Stir-Tea-News---The-Great-Caffeine-Discussion-and-much-more_.html In this issue we consider how much caffeine is in your cup of tea, celebrate summer with the perfect berry dessert recipe and offer a beautiful 3.50 minute tribute to tea. Wed, 05 Feb 2014 08:58:12 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::39::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/37_Stir-Tea-News---Iced-Tea-Ideas_-Almond-Pears-Recipe-and-Season_s-Greetings.html In this issue we focus on: Keep cool with Iced Tea - Simple Tips and Hints, Almond Pears Recipe -a little something elegant to enjoy with your cup of tea, Be in to win one of 3 variety gift packs and tea of the month packs, A special message suggestion to accompany your tea gift, Parting thoughts. Fri, 13 Dec 2013 08:59:18 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::37::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/34_October-2013-Newsletter.html In this issue we focus on; Flavour – that's intense, A little something to go with your cup of tea, Best Ever Ginger Crunch recipe, Be in to win one of 3 variety gift packs and tea of the month packs, Reduce the stress of long distance travel – a simple brew Tue, 22 Oct 2013 09:20:14 +1300 Anonymous gogoNews::34::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/68_Blended-Cream-Cheese-and-Cream-Macchiato.html Are you ready for this emerging drink trend? Popular throughout China read here is a video link about the Macchiato - Oolong Tea with a cream cheese and cream topping. Scroll to the bottom of this page to view it. Thu, 24 Aug 2017 19:42:39 +1200 Tea with cream cheese topping - watch the video and under links to the right of this page you will find the pdf recipe. gogoNews::68::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/67_Apple-Roses-.html These apple roses are an example of simple food done really well. Finely sliced red skinned apple wrapped in butter pastry and then baked in a muffin tin. They look and taste spectacular and are perfect for a special tea celebration. Thu, 24 Aug 2017 15:31:45 +1200 Michelle gogoNews::67::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/65_Lapsang-Souchong-Coconut-Bacon.html A big thanks to Tea Enthusiast and Tea Writer Lu Ann Pannunzio for allowing us to share her recipe and beautiful image with you. Give it a try, it is a great meat alternative and tastes delicious. View Lu Ann's other posts and inspirations at: http://theteacupoflife.com/ Thu, 27 Apr 2017 18:52:25 +1200 Michelle gogoNews::65::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/59_Apple_-Banana_-Carrot-and-Chia-Seed-Muffins.html This recipe is based on one I first discovered in a nutrition article written in Runner's World Magazine and contributed by chef Kat Judge. Not only are they delicious they are also packed with goodness. Team it with a cup of Stir Tea and you have a healthy and nutritious snack for breakfast on the run or post workout. The recipe is very forgiving and you can freeze the baked muffins to enjoy later. We have experimented with several different flour combinations and they all work (they just result in a more dense texture). This recipe makes 12 regular (6 large) size muffins. Fri, 27 Jan 2017 14:50:03 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::59::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/57_Berry-Layer.html (a simple, light and refreshing recipe from the National Heart Foundation of New Zealand recipe book that screams summer, this is our favourite go to recipe) Thu, 21 Jan 2016 14:29:15 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::57::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/54_Berry-Bergamot-Iced-Tea.html A great summer drink for the festive season... Fri, 04 Dec 2015 09:55:11 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::54::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/53_Cauliflower-Steaks-with-Tea-Umami-Sauce.html (A big thanks to the author Annelies Zijderveld for allowing us to share this fantastic recipe with you. It is reprinted with permission from Andrews McMeel from Steeped: Recipes Infused with Tea. Copyright © Annelies Zijderveld, 2015, Photo by Stephanie Shih. We purchased this book from online retailer Fishpond in New Zealand). Fri, 04 Dec 2015 09:42:47 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::53::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/51_Date-and-Walnut-Loaf.html This recipe makes a very dense loaf that is full of sustenance and goodness. It is a rather plain looking loaf but it tastes so healthy and delicious that we think you will love it for when you are out and about with a cup of tea. Wed, 15 Jul 2015 12:19:29 +1200 Michelle gogoNews::51::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/49_Sally___s-Remarkable-Fig-and-Date-Slice.html A stunning combination of texture and flavour - this is a perfect slice to accompany a cup of tea or bake for a gift. Thu, 19 Feb 2015 14:04:14 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::49::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/47_Pinecone-Pleaser--_for-the-birds_.html Next time you are out walking pick up a fallen pine cone to create your own natural bird feeder. Here is how... Tue, 19 Aug 2014 14:34:58 +1200 Michelle gogoNews::47::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/70_How-to-use-the-fill-your-own-tea-bags.html Scroll to the bottom of this page to see how to use the fill your own tea filters. Sat, 26 Aug 2017 07:44:53 +1200 Pack your bags and head outdoors gogoNews::70::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/68_Blended-Cream-Cheese-and-Cream-Macchiato.html Are you ready for this emerging drink trend? Popular throughout China read here is a video link about the Macchiato - Oolong Tea with a cream cheese and cream topping. Scroll to the bottom of this page to view it. Thu, 24 Aug 2017 19:42:39 +1200 Tea with cream cheese topping - watch the video and under links to the right of this page you will find the pdf recipe. gogoNews::68::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/62_Video_-Yoga-Flow-Smoothie-Bowl.html Enjoy a cup of tea at breakfast? Take it to the next level with this deliciousYoga Flow Smoothie. Tue, 28 Mar 2017 13:38:45 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::62::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/61_Video_-Green-Tea-Body-Scrub.html Stir Tea is not only great tasting, its also great for your skin! Take a look at this short video on how to make a fantastic body scrub. Tue, 28 Mar 2017 13:30:15 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::61::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/63_Video_-Tea-at-the-beach_.html We all love the beach! Here is how you can enjoy the perfect cup of Stir Tea when venturing outdoors. Tue, 28 Mar 2017 10:45:32 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::63::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/69_Curdling-Conundrum-Explained.html Read this really interesting article on why plant milks are prone to curdling when making a latte style milk drink and what you can do about it. Fri, 25 Aug 2017 11:30:40 +1200 Michelle gogoNews::69::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/58_How-a-simple-cup-of-tea-can-restore-a-sense-of-normality.html Written by registered nurse Adam Miller on 29/09/16 and first published in Nursing Times UK. Kindly reproduced with his permission to share with the family of Stir Tea Drinkers, it is written in the context of nursing care but we think it captures the essence of tea beautifully and is a reminder that the gesture of tea can mean so much more than just a beverage. We believe in Adam's Power of Tea that he refers to throughout his article. We hope you enjoy reading it. Fri, 27 Jan 2017 14:39:13 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::58::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/56_Stevia.html Thu, 21 Jan 2016 14:23:45 +1300 Michelle gogoNews::56::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/45_5-simple-steps-to-brew-the-perfect-cup-of-Stir-Tea..html Mon, 11 Aug 2014 15:53:54 +1200 Michelle gogoNews::45::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/28_Tips-on-how-to-avoid-weight-gain-over-the-festive-party-season-by-Helen-Reid_-registered-dietitian..html Tue, 27 Nov 2012 14:11:13 +1300 Glen gogoNews::28::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/23_Grow-your-own-Cuppa---NZ-Gardener-Article---2012.html This article first appeared in the November 2012 edition of New Zealand Gardener magazine and is reproduced with the kind permission of Jo and her team. Kiwis love drinking tea and coffee, but can we grow them in our own gardens? Virgil Evetts investigates Tue, 27 Nov 2012 12:57:34 +1300 Glen gogoNews::23::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/33_Remarkables-Market---Local-Charm.html Stir Tea recently featured in a Queenstown Magazine article about the Remarkables Park Farmers Market. We will be there, in the red barn, most Saturdays over summer 9.00am until 1.00pm. Hope to see you then. Wed, 16 Oct 2013 10:44:41 +1300 Anonymous gogoNews::33::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/14_Australian-Master-Chef-judge-discovers-Stir-Tea-read-Delicious-magazine-March-2010-issue.html Matt Preston, Australian Master Chef Judge, author, highly respected food critic and chef describes the Stir Tea herbal blends in his article covering his visit to Central Otago as “wonderfully clean and vivid fruit teas”. Wed, 31 Mar 2010 13:00:00 +1300 Anonymous gogoNews::14::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/9_Tea-Global-New-Zealand---Otago-Daily-Times-Article.html Making good tea takes time, says Michelle Casson, director of Queenstown's Tea Global, which supplies a wide range of specialist teas under the brand Stir Tea Wed, 07 Oct 2009 13:00:00 +1300 Anonymous gogoNews::9::umbrellatea.co.nz http://umbrellatea.co.nz/news/7_Tea-Global-New-Zealand---Dish-Magazine-August-2009.html The humble cuppa has come a long way in recent years, Melinda Williams explores the explosion in New Zealand’s love for tea. Fri, 07 Aug 2009 12:00:00 +1200 As featured in Dish magazine August-September 2009. gogoNews::7::umbrellatea.co.nz