Latest news with #tea
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
York Bake Off stars urge people to raise funds for vital cause - by hosting tea party
A cup of tea and a slice of cake could help change lives this summer. York-based bakers Rowan Claughton and Freya Cox, both contestants from The Great British Bake Off, are supporting Yorkshire Cancer Research's 'Yorkshire's Big Brew' campaign, which encourages people in York and across the region to host tea parties to raise funds for cancer research. The campaign is taking place in the year that Yorkshire Cancer Research marks its 100th anniversary. Participants who sign up will receive Mr Claughton's exclusive recipe for a Yorkshire-inspired rhubarb doughnut cake, designed for sharing during Afternoon Tea Week (August 11 to 17). Ms Cox, who was the first vegan baker on The Great British Bake Off, has also created a plant-based version of the recipe for the campaign. Mr Claughton said: "What inspired my bake for Yorkshire Cancer Research is my love of Yorkshire. "Born in Leeds and now living in York, I've always felt the region's strength lies in its people - warm, welcoming, and always ready to come together over a cuppa. "That's what Yorkshire's Big Brew is all about. "Generations of local farmers have supplied us with world-famous forced rhubarb, so what better way to support this campaign than with my rhubarb doughnut cake? "It's made with seasonal Yorkshire ingredients and puts a fun twist on tradition - perfect for hosting a Big Brew this Afternoon Tea Week. "By taking part in this year's Yorkshire Big Brew, you'll be raising funds to help people in Yorkshire living with cancer. "I have experienced cancer within my own circle throughout my life, from losing my grandma when I was only a toddler to more recently having experienced the loss of a loved one. "Just £20 raised at your own afternoon tea party could fund an hour of a researcher's time. "Every cuppa, every cake, and every pound counts. "Let's save lives - one Big Brew at a time.' Ms Cox said: "Nothing brings me more joy than sharing a brew and a slab of cake, so a campaign that raises money for a brilliant cause by doing just that? "It's a yes from me! "Yorkshire rhubarb is often overlooked and not celebrated enough, so we wanted to give it a chance to shine and show how well a seasonal ingredient can transform the flavour of a light and fluffy cake!" She continued: "Cancer affects us all in some way, and it's vital we come together to help people with cancer and their loved ones. "Raising money while enjoying tea and cake - it's a win-win." Those who register will receive a free fundraising pack including posters, invitations, balloons, cake labels, and the rhubarb doughnut cake recipe. More information is available at
Cosmopolitan ME
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan ME
Move over matcha. Hojicha is the new drink in town
We all know and love matchas, but has it had its time? We've sipped, posted, and even made it ourselves, but is it time to make a little room on your caffeine roster? Hojicha is here. This drink is a roasted green tea with a toasted, nutty sweet vibe that feels like a calming hug and an energy boost all in one sip. It's the kind of drink that whispers happy nervous system. While matcha has that grassy and punchy taste, hojicha is smoother and mellower. It's also naturally lower in caffeine (so, no caffeine jitters), but still high in antioxidants, which makes it perfect for that 4 PM dip or your evening wind-down ritual. Ready to switch it up? Whether you're ordering it iced or with oat-milk, hojicha is officially the new cool drink in town. Hojicha is popping up in some of our fave cafes around town. And honestly, we're obsessed. If you want to give it a try, then these are your spots: Location: Otaku, Building 7A, Dubai Design District. Opening Hrs: Daily, 7:00 AM – 11:30 PM. Location: The Matcha Tokyo, The Beach, Jumeirah Beach Residence. Opening Hrs: Sunday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Friday & Sunday, 8:00 AM – 1:00 AM. Location: Avantcha Tea Bar, Kunooz 6th street, Warehouse 19, Al Manara St, Al Quoz 1. Opening Hrs: Monday – Saturday, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Location: Pekoe, Alserkal Avenue, Warehouse 59 17th St, Al Quoz. Opening Hrs: Daily, 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM. Location: Maison Cha Cha, Burj Crown, R02 Emaar Blvd, Downtown Dubai. Opening Hrs: Daily, 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM. Friday & Saturday, 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM. Location: Pekoe, Al Mina Rd, Port View Building 10, shop no 23, Al Mina St – Al Mina. Opening Hrs: Daily, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Trying to escape the heat? Check out these indoor restaurants.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Lipton Doubles Down on Tea Innovation With First-Ever Concentrates and New Fruit & Herbal Line
Reimagined Tea Formats & Flavors Meet the Modern Lifestyle at Major Retailers This Summer HOBOKEN, N.J., July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, Lipton is reimagining the tea experience with two exciting new product lines designed to meet evolving consumer tastes, lifestyles, and wellness routines. Kicking off the season, Lipton introduces its all-new Tea Concentrates, an innovative way to enjoy iced tea, launching exclusively at Walmart stores this July. Designed with convenience in mind, these concentrates deliver bold flavor in every pour, making them ideal for delicious hydration, mealtime pairings, or spontaneous get-togethers. Available in three fresh-brewed varieties: Black Tea with Lemon, Green Tea with Lemonade, and Southern Sweet Black Tea - Lipton Tea Concentrates blend high-quality tea with vibrant flavor. Sold in 32 oz ready-to-mix containers, these fresh-brewed iced tea concentrates make enjoying tea quick, easy, and delicious. Just shake, pour, and mix with your favorite liquid like water, seltzer, lemonade or juice. "Lipton Tea Concentrates offer a new take on the fresh brewed iced tea experience - without the need to prep and with the freedom to customize every sip," said Alisa Geller, Lipton Brand Director. "We're excited to introduce this innovation with Walmart and provide busy consumers a convenient, high-quality option that caters to a variety of personal tastes and preferences." Launching nationally this August, Lipton Fruit & Herbal Teas are crafted to bring comfort and calm to your daily routine. Bursting with rich, vibrant flavor, the new line is perfect for those seeking craveable and comforting beverage experiences and ideal for easing into the season ahead. With four feel-good flavors including Golden Chamomile, Peach Paradise, Smooth Mint, and Lemon Ginger Refresh, each variety is uniquely positioned to target moments of comfort and relaxation - morning, noon or night. The launch solidifies Lipton's presence as a brand that can be enjoyed at any time of the day with both caffeinated and new, naturally caffeine-free varieties. "Many consumers are open to herbal teas but turned off by overly earthy or medicinal notes. That's why Lipton's Fruit & Herbal innovation puts flavor first - with bright, balanced blends that are refreshing hot or iced, crafted for repeat enjoyment without the intensity of traditional herbals," said Alex White, Research and Innovation Director - Americas, LIPTON Teas and Infusions. With bold flavor profiles and a vibrant, modern aesthetic, Lipton Fruit & Herbal teas are designed to connect with younger consumers who are forming lasting tea rituals and seeking brands that align with their evolving tastes and wellness lifestyles. The new lineup delivers premium flavor at an everyday-friendly price. Whether you're crafting your perfect iced tea or reaching for a soothing nighttime cup, Lipton's 2025 innovations ensure there's a tea moment for everyone - anytime, anywhere. About Lipton Since 1890, nature has been our tea factory. Every cup of Lipton tea is grown using rain, wind and sunshine to give you our signature rich taste and aroma. What's more, we believe that every cup of our tea should not only help brighten your day but help brighten the future of all tea farmers and their families and of course, our planet. With a commitment to sustainability and excellence, Lipton remains America's Favorite Tea brand, delivering a variety of blends for every tea lover. About LIPTON Teas and Infusions LIPTON Teas and Infusions is the world's largest tea business, with world-class brands that are household names such as Lipton, Pukka, TAZO, T2 and PG Tips. With production sites in four continents and a presence in more than 100 countries, LIPTON Teas and Infusions' products are enjoyed by hundreds of millions of consumers around the world each day. As an independent company since July 2022, LIPTON Teas and Infusions is united in one purpose: creating value for all with every sip, from plant to cup. PRESS CONTACTS Jamie Warner jamie.w@ Lauren Champilauren@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE LIPTON Teas and Infusions
Reuters
2 days ago
- Business
- Reuters
India's Tata Consumer misses first-quarter profit view
July 23 (Reuters) - India's Tata Consumer Products ( opens new tab missed first-quarter profit estimates on Wednesday, as elevated tea prices pressured the company's margins. Net profit came in at 3.34 billion rupees ($38.7 million) for the quarter ended June, compared with analysts' average estimate of 3.56 billion rupees, according to data compiled by LSEG. ($1 = 86.3850 Indian rupees)
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
CHRISTOPHER STEVENS reviews Fake Or Fortune? on BBC1: Was this £140 market find really a priceless painting by Churchill?
The question divided an empire. When pouring a cuppa, should you put the milk in first, or add it to the tea afterwards? George Orwell, writing in 1946 when tea was strictly rationed to two ounces a week (about enough for 30 teabags), was adamant. 'Pour tea into the cup first . . . One is liable to put in too much milk if one does it the other way round.' But Evelyn Waugh, in a letter nine years later to Nancy Mitford, took the opposite line: 'All nannies and many governesses, when pouring out tea, put the milk in first. (It is said by tea-fanciers to produce a richer mixture.)' Clearly, it's an issue of class. Orwell was the son of a petty official in the Indian civil service, and solidly lower-middle class. Waugh, an inveterate snob and social climber, yearned to be as upper-class as the Mitfords actually were. And what do you suppose Fiona Bruce is - a milk-in-first toff or an add-to-taste commoner? The answer was revealed as she wielded a teapot in the tea-rooms of Blenheim Palace on Fake Or Fortune?, at the beginning of an examination of an unsigned oil painting allegedly by Winston Churchill. Best excuse of the night: Tackling her driving test as the hilarious Mandy (BBC2) returned, Diane Morgan's devious, feckless character begged for leniency from the examiner. 'I'm perimenopausal and I've got ADHD,' she pleaded. That's a free pass for everything. Casually, she poured the tea into a porcelain cup with the milk already in it. Now we know. Sadly, we never did find out for sure about the Churchill. All the signs were that this picture, painted in the gardens of Herstmonceux castle in Sussex, was the real deal - one of Winston's earliest, from 1916, with his wife, Clementine, perched on a wall above a cascade of pink roses. But despite a wealth of corroborating evidence, no expert was willing to risk authenticating it without paperwork. And as the owner, an amateur enthusiast named Barry, had picked it up at an open-air market for £140, it lacked what Fake Or Fortune? fans have learned to call 'provenance'. This was glum news for Barry. A kosher Winston could fetch half a million quid. A questionable one is worth perhaps a fifth of that. Still, a tidy little profit on a punt at an art fayre. As always, the real interest in this show lay in the clues picked out by discerning eyes. Art dealer Philip Mould pointed out how dabs of blue were smeared onto the green mass of a tree in the background, giving the impression of sky shimmering through the leaves - a trick typical of the British Bulldog himself. A note on the back of the canvas also attributed it to Churchill. Handwriting expert Emma Bache compared this inscription to various letters and matched it to the pen of Colonel Claude Lowther, an MP who owned Herstmonceux a century ago. Conclusive, surely. With mealy-mouthed BBC prissiness, Philip pointed out that, 'in recent years, Winston Churchill has become a more divisive figure'. Why's that? Did he pour his tea in before the milk?
