A magazine full of versatility

From the origins of the turmeric root to its many uses

Today we take you into the exciting world of turmeric – a spice that will both tickle your taste buds and pique your curiosity.

The delicate beverage from South Africa

Even today, the tradition persists that countries such as China and Japan are the most prominent suppliers of exclusive tea varieties.

Dark and distinguished 

A tea variety that can be comfortingly hot and refreshingly cool.

An exclusive indulgence from the south of China

With its fresh flavour and ancient tradition, white tea is one of the world’s oldest varieties of tea. Originating as it did in a China ruled by emperors, it has retained an aura of elite refinement, meaning that today it partners perfectly with our Avoury One® tea machine.

The many ways to quench your thirst with fruit teas

It is summer and sunshine that are now ready to emerge from the closet, inviting us to look forward to those warm days when the weather means we can spend alfresco evenings in the company of good friends

A taste revolution in the tea tradition

It’s so practical; you just pop a coffee capsule or pod in your machine, press the start button and in no time you’ve freshly brewed coffee in your cup. 

What tastes do tea leaves produce?

The enjoyment of a cup of good tea is a pleasure at any time of day. In this article, we describe how aromas and flavours characterise the teas we drink.

Two of our senses are in play here; our sense of taste and our sense of smell

The flavour of a mini-break

The tropics - regions in which we long to be in order to flee the tedium of the everyday. These idyllic beauty spots are quite different to what surrounds us during our day-to-day lives.

Sustainability is our cup of tea.

Usually, the term “sustainability” is primarily associated with activities designed to protect the environment. In fact, not just avoidance of environmental damage is involved, but social and economic aspects too

The role of withered leaves in the production of tea.

From dried flowers, shrunk plants and beauty long past...

How tea-leaves are shaped.

We all come in different shapes and sizes – this is true not only of us humans, but also of tea. 

How the colour and flavour of a tea are created.

Oxidation - a term that will be unfamiliar to many and the understanding of which will be only vague for most. 

Countless articles, an endless list of podcasts, a timeline packed with image after image...In our digital world, we are bombarded with new ideas from all quarters. You could say we live in an age of not just information overload, but inspiration overload. But all this stuff rarely makes much of an impression: of the roughly 11 million stimuli that our brains process every second, we are conscious of only about 40, either because they elicit an emotional response, or - thanks to an evolutionary hangover - because they represent a possible threat.

23,000 times – that´s how many breaths we take on average per day. And that means a multitude off different scents float in through our nose evoking a wide variety of reactions in us. In this article we´ll explain the psychological reasons behind this and why we should let our noses discover new things more often.

Sharpening one's own awareness. Recognizing what one really needs. Giving things new appreciation. That's what minimalism is about. Following the motto 'less is more', more and more people are embracing the desire for clarity and order - even in the design of their homes. However, the true art lies not in owning as little as possible, but in keeping the right things and skillfully showcasing them. We explain how to make your own home without having to sacrifice exciting accents and a personal touch.

Tea Time with …. Julia White.

Clear, geometric shapes, concrete and stainless steal features, white high-gloss fronts that perfectly blend in with the warmth of the oak parquet flooring; and a space flooded with natural light: this elegant kitchen in one of her customer’s home in Hannover looks so bright and spacious, it makes you not just want to start cooking, but to live in it. 

5 facts about tea harvesting

The guiding principle for harvesting tea is: stick to the roots - in the true sense of the word. Tea leaves are picked by hand and with a great deal of skill and dexterity. This method not only retains the freshness, but also ensures a milder taste. With expert eyes, the workers only select the youngest shoots that are ripe for picking.

Three tips for working more effectively from home.

Until a year ago, the topic of working from home was still associated with a great deal of scepticism in many professional fields. Within a few months, however the proportion of employees working from home occasionally or exclusively has increased from 40% to 60%. 

The truth about tea cultivation.

After water, tea is the most widely consumed drink in the world, with around 15,000 cups drunk worldwide every second. But not all tea is the same. It can vary considerably, not just between different varieties but also in how and where it is grown. We take a behind-the-scenes look at tea cultivation.

Breathe in, breathe out.

Sometimes the world changes so fast, you get the feeling you’re just not able to keep up. It helps then, to take things one step at a time and start acting. Who would’ve thought that the year 2020 would bring a surprise with a global pandemic, which would make it possible to think up new structures. How you ask? Entrepreneur Franziska von Hardenberg explains in this very personal guest article.

Of smells and aromas, emotions and memories.

Fresh, intense and slightly earthy. The moment the first raindrops touch the ground in summer, the warm air gives off this unique, distinctive perfume: the petrichor. Petrichor is produced when water falls on parched earth and the microorganisms in the soil and the essential oils of plants react with this rainwater.

With his unique boutique hotels, stylish trendsetting bars and innovative culinary concepts, Ariel Schiff is ahead of trends long before the rest of Germany catches on. The claim to fame of the Managing Director of the AMANO hotel group is that he creates lively places that wow. This creative visionary does not shy away from trickier construction projects either.

On a canvas, in our home and even in our tea cup - wherever we go, we are surrounded by colours. But that's not all: colours evoke memories and create associations, they influence our perceptions and our emotions - and they create expectations of a certain taste. A little insight into the world of colours.

“I see my galleries as vibrant places where people come together and experience art in completely new contexts”, said Anahita Sadighi. The young curator from Berlin is more than just an ambassador for creativity. 

...that will amaze even tea connoisseurs.

Tea comes from China. Only the birth of a royal baby is celebrated as consistently by the British as the five o'clock tea. Nowhere else in Germany are the people as keen on diversity in their tea as in East Frisia...Heard everything before and don't feel like hearing the same old facts about tea?

Of spring breezes, brainwaves and revolutions.

The story of tea Is shrouded in legend. Pioneers and explorers have been reinventing tea through innovation, trends and ideas for serving it for 5,000 years and have made it what it is today: one of the world´s most popular drinks.

Where it comes from and how it works.

“She likes it best as a pick-me-up in her morning tea - but also as a spicy note in coconut curry. The moment the aromatic, pleasantly sharp taste of ginger unfolds in her mouth, it conjures up images in her mind's eye of beautiful women in vivid saris, breathtaking temple complexes and colourful markets bustling with people. 

The art of tea pairing.

From “Jikoni” in London to “Noma” in Copenhagen and “Momofuko” in New York, world-class restaurants are daring to join the: revolution: the word on everybody's lips and a sign of the times is tea pairing, Tea is pegged to replace wine as accompaniment to high-end culinary creations. 

Key aspects in the tea drying process.

Home-made is best... or not? Do-it-yourself may have become a lot more popular in the last few months, but certain processes should rather be left for the experts. One example: tea drying. 

Teatime with…Chris Glass.

The amazing room miracle in wild Wedding must be seen as a fusion of living gallery, concept store and event space all in one. “I think of myself as a curator”; says Chris Glass. “I curate spaces, communities and moments.” 

A conversation about inspiration, innovation and interior design.

The basic idea behind SoLebIch is to bring interior design ideas together in one place. As Germany’s largest online lifestyle community, the platform inspires countless interior design enthusiasts. Not only can users post pictures of their own homes, but they can also get a glimpse into other people’s living rooms.

Why good ideas are lurking out there just outside your comfort zone.

It is often claimed that it takes certain innate talents or a moment of inspiration to be creative – and this kind of preconception tends to be prevalent. In fact, however, what we perceive to be creativity is usually the result of just one thing: good honest hard work.

Why biophilic design can make you happier and more creative.

Being in touch with nature increases well-being and enhances creativity. You can achieve this effect not only by means of a walk in the woods but also through the use of a specific interior design approach. The following article explains how this works and describes the other associated benefits.

More than 220 times a day - that's how often our thoughts tum to food. ¹This goes beyond conscious considerations like “What should we have for dinner? “. What we eat is primary influenced by unconscious decisions and thought processes. And whether we ultimately like what we eat is not only attributed to obvious factors such as our preferences or the taste of the food.

A flavorful journey through the world of teas.

Not all tea is the same. This is true with regard to the different varieties and flavors, but is also the general mule. Because not everything that is commonly called tea is actually tea at all. In fact, a distinction must be made between “real” tea and tea-like brewed beverages or fruit and herbal infusions.

Ideas for a kitchen with a certain ʻje ne Sais quolʼ.

There's no doubt that white kitchens are truly classic, timeless and, above all, versatile. White not only goes with every other color, but also with a wide variety of interior design styles.