From the Blog
Writing about tea, friendship, and travel. Guides, gear, and stories.
My review of Tea: History, Terroirs, Varieties, the tea book I've used since 2016. Why it's the best book about tea and a beautiful coffee table book.
Thinking about a Yixing teapot for gong fu cha? Here's why beginners should start with a porcelain gaiwan instead, and when Yixing finally is worth it.
Five electric kettles worth using for gong fu cha, ranked from budget to premium, all with temp control and hold settings.
If you have two hours, spend them drinking amazing tea! It's cozy, romantic, and I'm sure they'll give you free samples. Tea Ceremonies and good vibes.
If you have some time in Boulder and you're looking for a phenomenal tea experience, these are the must do's.
Beautiful, affordable, and actually portable. I've done Gong Fu Cha for years, and this is the starter set I'd hand anyone just getting into it.
Looking for the best tea ceremony set for travel? This affordable gong fu setup packs safely, brews beautifully, and works like a charm.
Gong Fu Cha is a 2,000-year-old Chinese tea ceremony anyone can do at home. No training required. Just good tea, good company, and nowhere to be.
Moving to Boulder at 16, I didn't know anyone. Then I found a tea shop. Here's what the Gong Fu Cha taught me about making friends in a new city.