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Summary: 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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Manish Shah details the difference between the flavors imparted in teas like Earl Grey and those of scented teas, like Jasmine. He describes the intricate, several-month process involved in creating Jasmine tea, as well as the varying grades available on the market. In the Question of the Week, he reexamines yet another scented tea: chai. […]
Tea master Zhuping Hodge joins Manish Shah for a chat about Puer tea, live from Seven Cups tea house here in Tucson, Arizona. Zhuping details the history of Puer, how it went from both rags to riches and from an “old person’s tea” to a delicacy enjoyed by people of all ages, all around the […]
What do wine, cheese, and scotch all have in common? There are numerous answers to this question, but the one we have in mind is the process of fermentation. Joining the list of fabulous fermented products is Puer tea. Never heard of Puer? Listen this week, as Manish introduces one of the most valued tea […]
With the start of a new year and the inevitable influx of “top ten” lists of every type and flavor, Manish has prepared his own “top things” list. Don’t worry, he’s keeping it short! In fact, he has narrowed to down to the two top things that everyone should know about tea. In addition, he […]
Manish Shah welcomes two guest hosts this week as he wraps up his overview of oolongs. Learn how to determine if an oolong is of good quality, and if it is, how to make an excellent cup. In the Question of the Week, Manish and his guests detail the types of tea that are good […]
In his first guest interview, Manish Shah speaks with Diana Rosen, author of Chai: The Spice Tea of India. Diana recounts the history and healthful aspects of chai, what makes a perfect cup, and some of the ways that you can enjoy it at home. Show 26 – A Chat About Chai
Host Manish Shah introduces Chai tea this week, the first tea he ever consumed and the first tea offered by his company. Manish details what Masala Chai consists of, and shares a family recipe for listeners to enjoy from home. And don’t miss the Question of the Week, where you will hear your host get […]
Manish takes another exciting detour in his program this week, in response to an email from a listener: Lisa, in California. Tune in for a look at Earl Gray tea, its flavor, popularity, and even its namesake! And, for those of you fiening for caffeine, don’t miss the Question of the Week! Show 24 – Lisa’s […]
From thieving to opium, the history of black tea more closely resembles a Hollywood blockbuster than a chapter from the history books. Tune in to this week’s episode to learn all about black tea’s misguided past. For the Question of the Week, Manish answers: Can black tea help ward off fleas? Show 23 – Storytime: The […]
We’ve all heard about the extensive health benefits of green tea, but black tea has some up its sleeve as well. Host Manish Shah details the benefits and flavor profiles of some of the leading varieties of black tea. In the Question of the Week, Manish is asked to take on one of the titans […]
An introductory look at black teas: discover what specifically makes a tea “black,” and the various ways that people around the world enjoy it. In the Question of the Week, Manish takes a look at one of the more common additions to black tea- milk. How does that creamy companion alter the health benefits in […]
In light of recent elections and heavy political climate here in the United States, host Manish Shah takes a slight detour from the informative shows on specific tea types. This week, we’re remembering the Boston Tea Party: how it came about, what actually happened, and what its effect has been on American tea consumption. Show […]
Manish Shah welcomes two guest hosts this week as he wraps up his overview of oolongs. Learn how to determine if an oolong is of good quality, and if it is, how to make an excellent cup. In the Question of the Week, Manish and his guests detail the types of tea that are good […]
This week, Manish explains in detail what the process of oxidation is, and what it means in terms of beer cans, cars, fires, and of course fine oolong teas. In the Question of the Week, Manish defines what is likely the most misunderstood and misused word in the tea lexicon. Show 18 – The Two “O”s: […]
Host Manish Shah begins to talk about his favorite variety of teas: oolongs. He touches on their history, preparation, and what it is that gives oolongs their delicate, unique flavors. In the Question of the Week, Manish reveals his top three oolong favorites and explains how you can try them at home. Show 17 – Crazy […]
