Celebrate National Froyo Day with a Local Froyo Sandwich... or Cup
Culture Shock started out as a family-owned-and-opereated frozen yogurt shop in the Auburn/Grass Valley area. Now we've got their treats in our stores!
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Long Live the Republic!
In 1992, a tea revolution began, sparked by The Republic of Tea (a socially and environmentally responsible business), with a mission to see splendid world teas “steaming in the cups of men, women and children everywhere.” Here, courtesy of The Republic of Tea, we bring you a glossary of teas for two (or more!). See a few you’d like to try? We serve The Republic of Tea selections by the cup at our coffee bar!
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Par–Tea with Poppy
You are cordially invited to afternoon tea with Miss Poppy, tea maven extraordinaire and all–around adorable hostess, as she presents the do’s and don’ts of tea sipping etiquette. Have a seat between the March Hare and the Mad Hatter, and get ready to party with Poppy!
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Tea from A to Z
Book Recomendation
If you’re looking to mind your teas and q’s, this is the book for you! Healing Teas, by Marie Nadine Antol, is a comprehensive look into the world of tea, including its fascinating history, uses, misuses, health benefits, preparation techniques, culture, and brewing applications. From chamomile to garlic, from Essiac to Kombucha, Healing Teas contains a wealth of information (including an herb guide with detailed descriptions) for the tea lover in your life.
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A Drink with Jam and Bread
Health Notes from Dr. Liz
Besides water, tea is by far the world’s most popular beverage. Tea drinking, a common ritual in many countries offering guests a welcome or an afternoon spot of relaxation, is also a good practice for your health. “Tea” tea (green, black, white and oolong—all from the same tropical Camellia sinensis plant) along with herbal teas come from plants, which contain powerful health boosting antioxidant compounds. Here’s a quick run down on tea types and benefits.
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Kombucha in the House
Back in 2009, during San Francisco’s underground food renaissance, Rana Lehmer–Chang transformed her mother’s traditional kombucha recipe to include high–quality white, green, and black teas blended with fragrant flowers, and the company now known as House Kombucha was born.
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Flaxible Benefits
Rich in fiber and Omega–3’s, flax seed has been renowned for its myriad of health benefits since ancient times. In fact, the early Greeks and Romans snacked on a handful or two of flaxseeds. Add flaxseed meal to your hot or cold cereal, pancakes, and waffles for a robust nutty flavor, and save the raw whole seeds for when you want to add a little crunch. Try using ground flax seed instead of eggs in baking and cooking. Simply add 1 tablespoon ground flax seed with 3 tablespoons warm water, let sit until a gel forms and use for 1 egg in recipe (pancakes, quick breads).
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Hemp Day
Been experimenting with milk alternatives lately? Consider hemp! Lightly sweetened with brown rice syrup, Pacific All–Natural Hemp Milk (in original and vanilla flavors), is a smooth and creamy addition to your coffee, cereal, or even your favorite recipe.
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The Dating Game
When Colleen Sundlie and her family lived overseas, she discovered a luscious, earthy, sticky–sweet delight known as date syrup which soon became a staple in her home. Once stateside, Colleen (today she’s known as “The Date Lady”) now brings Date Lady pure Date Syrup to our shelves for your enjoyment.
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Barley & Me
A truly versatile sweetener with hundreds of uses, Eden Organic Barley Malt Syrup makes everything sweeter, from baked beans to pancakes to roasted sweet potatoes to your favorite spice cake.