Due to the stress of finals and a long break I am awaiting, I am going to take a break from writing until January.
I hope everyone has a happy holidays and a happy new year! Enjoy yourselves and relax :)
<3 Becca
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Friday, December 10, 2010
December 10 2010
Happy Friday! I am quite excited for this particular Friday because Nick and I are going to a concer tonight. Live 105, which is like Nor Cal's KROQ is putting on Not So Silent Night, like Almost Acoustic Christmas. So tonight's bands are Broken Bells, Black Keys, Phoenix, My Chemical Romance, and Smashing Pumpkins. I'm more excited for Black Keys and Phoenix than anything else. I wish Florence and the Machine was playing but oh well. It will be good nonetheless.
So on to tea...
Tea: Trader Joe's Mango Black Tea
Like?: Love mango tea!
Where to buy?: Trader Joe's, probably at a relatively cheap price
Grade: A
If there are any fruity teas I like it is when they are mixed with a black tea, then the flavor isn't too sweet. This tea is a perfect combination of black tea and mango. I love the flavor of mango so this tea is good for anyone who likes mango. The mango taste is strongest when you first take a sip and then is more subtle after a few minutes. Overall, I definitely recommend this tea to anyone.
Tonight we're having grilled cheese and tomato soup because we're going to our concert and that's easy food. So I hope you all have a happy Friday and a great weekend! See you Monday!
Days till home: 10!!!
So on to tea...
Tea: Trader Joe's Mango Black Tea
Like?: Love mango tea!
Where to buy?: Trader Joe's, probably at a relatively cheap price
Grade: A
If there are any fruity teas I like it is when they are mixed with a black tea, then the flavor isn't too sweet. This tea is a perfect combination of black tea and mango. I love the flavor of mango so this tea is good for anyone who likes mango. The mango taste is strongest when you first take a sip and then is more subtle after a few minutes. Overall, I definitely recommend this tea to anyone.
Tonight we're having grilled cheese and tomato soup because we're going to our concert and that's easy food. So I hope you all have a happy Friday and a great weekend! See you Monday!
Days till home: 10!!!
Thursday, December 9, 2010
December 9 2010
Good morning all. Last night was my last class for my first semester of grad school. I also finished writing my 19 page paper on Wal-Mart. So now I just need to edit and what not. Happy to be done with the writing part though! Anyway, the week is almost over...yay! Hope everyone enjoys their day!
Tea: Mighty Leaf Organic Earl Gray
Like?: Like it, don't love it
Where to buy?: Safeway or http://www.mightyleaf.com/product/organic-earl-grey-black-tea-pouches/#Organic-Earl-Grey-3-Pack-3-15-pouch-box
Grade: B+
I like Earl Gray as long as it hasn't been steeping for too long. Some Earl Grays are super strong and I just don't want to drink them. They can take on a rather bitter taste if steeped for too long. Earl Gray's remind me a bit of a jasmine tea because of the bite you get when drinking it. It's not like it's a sour tea but it's not a smooth, bold tea like a plain black tea. It has a kick, but I like it.
Tonight I am making stuffed tomatoes for dinner...they are rather delicious. But note to self, don't ever make stuffed tomatoes in January when tomatoes aren't in season and cost a ridiculous amount of money. Just sayin...
Days till home: 11! YESS!
Tea: Mighty Leaf Organic Earl Gray
Like?: Like it, don't love it
Where to buy?: Safeway or http://www.mightyleaf.com/product/organic-earl-grey-black-tea-pouches/#Organic-Earl-Grey-3-Pack-3-15-pouch-box
Grade: B+
I like Earl Gray as long as it hasn't been steeping for too long. Some Earl Grays are super strong and I just don't want to drink them. They can take on a rather bitter taste if steeped for too long. Earl Gray's remind me a bit of a jasmine tea because of the bite you get when drinking it. It's not like it's a sour tea but it's not a smooth, bold tea like a plain black tea. It has a kick, but I like it.
Tonight I am making stuffed tomatoes for dinner...they are rather delicious. But note to self, don't ever make stuffed tomatoes in January when tomatoes aren't in season and cost a ridiculous amount of money. Just sayin...
Days till home: 11! YESS!
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
December 8 2010
Today is a very important day for any Beatles fan. Thirty years ago today John Lennon's life was tragically ended. For the past several years, I have taken this day to reflect on his life and his passion for life. He was truly a musical genius, he was passionate about our rights, and he was an inspiration to so many. So today is for you, John Lennon. As we celebrate the 30th anniversary of your death we also celebrate your life and the wonderful person you were. I did not have the pleasure of being alive when you were, but your life lives on through your music. We will never forget you. R.I.P. John Lennon.
So on to tea...
Tea: Stash Jasmine Blossom Green Tea
Like?: Most definitely
Where to buy?: Probably Safeway or online http://www.stashtea.com/products/Jasmine+Blossom+Green+Tea.aspx
Grade: A-
Today's tea is a very unique tea. If you've ever had a Jasmine tea then you know that it has a slightly bitter flavor. I can't really pick out the green tea taste as much as most green teas. I do like Jasmine green teas because I think they have a bite that is kind of a "wake up!" This is a tea you don't want to steep for a super long time if you don't like a strong tea. I like a strong tea, but this one can become bitter if left for too long. This tea is very aromatic so it leaves a wonderful smell around you while it is steeping. It also leaves a nice aftertaste on your pallet. Overall, I definitely recommend this tea!
We are having cauliflower in browned butter for dinner and let me tell you this is one of the most delicious foods I have ever had before. SOOO freaking good. Last class of the semester tonight :) YAY!!!
Have a great day today. And think about John :)
So on to tea...
Tea: Stash Jasmine Blossom Green Tea
Like?: Most definitely
Where to buy?: Probably Safeway or online http://www.stashtea.com/products/Jasmine+Blossom+Green+Tea.aspx
Grade: A-
Today's tea is a very unique tea. If you've ever had a Jasmine tea then you know that it has a slightly bitter flavor. I can't really pick out the green tea taste as much as most green teas. I do like Jasmine green teas because I think they have a bite that is kind of a "wake up!" This is a tea you don't want to steep for a super long time if you don't like a strong tea. I like a strong tea, but this one can become bitter if left for too long. This tea is very aromatic so it leaves a wonderful smell around you while it is steeping. It also leaves a nice aftertaste on your pallet. Overall, I definitely recommend this tea!
We are having cauliflower in browned butter for dinner and let me tell you this is one of the most delicious foods I have ever had before. SOOO freaking good. Last class of the semester tonight :) YAY!!!
Have a great day today. And think about John :)
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
December 7 2010
I can't believe we're already a week into December. Times really does go by fast. I had my last political sociology class last night. I really enjoyed that class. I know I learned a lot about things I didn't really know much about before. So this week I am gearing up for studying/working on finals and a paper I'm doing on Wal-Mart...busy busy!
Time for tea...
Tea: Numi Sweet Meadows Chamomile Lemon Myrtle Herbal Teasan
Like?: Yes definitely
Where to buy?: Safeway Stores, not sure how much though
Grade: A-
It's hard to really come across a chamomile I don't like. Because I think they all taste similar, I tend to like them all. This one however is unique because it is a Lemon Chamomile tea. You definitely taste the lemon in this tea, and like I said before, any tea with lemon really only tastes like lemon. But surprisingly this tea has a good combination of both lemon and chamomile. I think whoever created this tea blended the two teas together quite well. You are left with a bold lemony taste afterward, so if you like lemon this is a good tea for you. It is a relaxing flavor and kind of makes me want to lay down on my desk at work and sleep...but I won't do that. Haha :)
Anyway, I hope you all have a nice day, Annie Chun for dinner tonight! Last theory class of the semester!! Should be good :)
Ciao!
Time for tea...
Tea: Numi Sweet Meadows Chamomile Lemon Myrtle Herbal Teasan
Like?: Yes definitely
Where to buy?: Safeway Stores, not sure how much though
Grade: A-
It's hard to really come across a chamomile I don't like. Because I think they all taste similar, I tend to like them all. This one however is unique because it is a Lemon Chamomile tea. You definitely taste the lemon in this tea, and like I said before, any tea with lemon really only tastes like lemon. But surprisingly this tea has a good combination of both lemon and chamomile. I think whoever created this tea blended the two teas together quite well. You are left with a bold lemony taste afterward, so if you like lemon this is a good tea for you. It is a relaxing flavor and kind of makes me want to lay down on my desk at work and sleep...but I won't do that. Haha :)
Anyway, I hope you all have a nice day, Annie Chun for dinner tonight! Last theory class of the semester!! Should be good :)
Ciao!
Monday, December 6, 2010
December 6 2010
Good morning everyone. Hope you had a great weekend! Mine was semi relaxing. I tried not to stress too much this weekend because this is "dead" week and next week is finals and I have 4 finals and a 15 page paper to write. Meh. So this week and next week will be busy. But then Nick and I both get a nice long break in Orange County :) We will def be going to the beach, yay!
Time for tea!
Tea: Trader Joe's Candy Cane Green Tea
Like?: LOVE this tea.
Where to buy?: Trader Joe's, $1.99
Grade: A
I LOVE this tea. It is so delicious, and for $1.99? Really? Come on you can't pass this up!! I love candy canes, peppermint etc. So this tea is perfect for any minty lovers. It's not a winter green mint, definitely more a peppermint flavor. I don't really taste a lot of green tea in this tea but the peppermint flavor is just delicious. One of my favorite drinks it peppermint hot chocolate so I tried to emulate that by steeping this tea then mixing in some hot chocolate mix, not quite the same, but good effort? Anyway, definitely buy this tea, it's fantastic!!
Sandwich for dinner tonight...and people are bringing wine to class haha. So we'll see how that goes. Have a great day!
GO PATS!!!!
Time for tea!
Tea: Trader Joe's Candy Cane Green Tea
Like?: LOVE this tea.
Where to buy?: Trader Joe's, $1.99
Grade: A
I LOVE this tea. It is so delicious, and for $1.99? Really? Come on you can't pass this up!! I love candy canes, peppermint etc. So this tea is perfect for any minty lovers. It's not a winter green mint, definitely more a peppermint flavor. I don't really taste a lot of green tea in this tea but the peppermint flavor is just delicious. One of my favorite drinks it peppermint hot chocolate so I tried to emulate that by steeping this tea then mixing in some hot chocolate mix, not quite the same, but good effort? Anyway, definitely buy this tea, it's fantastic!!
Sandwich for dinner tonight...and people are bringing wine to class haha. So we'll see how that goes. Have a great day!
GO PATS!!!!
Friday, December 3, 2010
December 3 2010
Well here's our first repeater. I swore to Nick I hadn't done this tea but I have. So if you want to know what I think of today's tea, see the first post, November 8 2010.
Have a great day and a great weekend!
Tea: Trader Joe's Vanilla and Cinnamon Black Tea
Like?: LOVE this tea.
Where to buy?: Trader Joe's, $1.99
Grade: A
Homemade miso soup and sushi tonight for dinner! woot woot!
Have a great day and a great weekend!
Tea: Trader Joe's Vanilla and Cinnamon Black Tea
Like?: LOVE this tea.
Where to buy?: Trader Joe's, $1.99
Grade: A
Homemade miso soup and sushi tonight for dinner! woot woot!
Thursday, December 2, 2010
December 2 2010
Happy Thursday everyone! Good news! Nick and I got approved for the apartment we want to move to and are going to sign our lease soon. We'll be painting our new place in an attempt to make it more "homey." I'm quite excited :) So today is a good day. And a good day for tea too!
Tea: Market Pantry (Target) Black Tea
Like?: LOVE this tea.
Where to buy?: Target or Safeway
Grade: A+
I love black tea. Just plain black tea, no sugar, no milk, just the way it is. There's something so delicious about the bold flavor of black tea. It's one of my absolute favorites! I used to drink plain black tea every day in the form of iced tea. I never get sick of this taste. I don't know what it is about black tea that I love so much, but I do. I prefer to steep my tea for as long as possible because I like the strong flavor. Definitely recommend this tea!
For dinner tonight I am making homemade pumpkin dumplings with roasted vegetables. Never made dumplings before so it should be interesting!
Have a great day!
Tea: Market Pantry (Target) Black Tea
Like?: LOVE this tea.
Where to buy?: Target or Safeway
Grade: A+
I love black tea. Just plain black tea, no sugar, no milk, just the way it is. There's something so delicious about the bold flavor of black tea. It's one of my absolute favorites! I used to drink plain black tea every day in the form of iced tea. I never get sick of this taste. I don't know what it is about black tea that I love so much, but I do. I prefer to steep my tea for as long as possible because I like the strong flavor. Definitely recommend this tea!
For dinner tonight I am making homemade pumpkin dumplings with roasted vegetables. Never made dumplings before so it should be interesting!
Have a great day!
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
December 1 2010
Happy Birthday Best Friend! I hope you have a most excellent 22nd birthday my friend, wish I could be there! Today is also World AIDS Day so please keep those who are affected by this disease in your prayers today. I could see my breath this morning outside so you know its cold! But we have a tasty tea today so time for tea!
Tea: Mighty Leaf Tea African Nectar
Like?: I do like this tea
Where to buy?: Nick bought this assorted box for me for my birthday or Christmas (I'm sorry I don't remember honey :( ) but I think you can probably get it at Safeway or www.mightyleaf.com
Grade: A-
his tea confuses my pallet. When I first take a sip I get this bold black tea taste and then after I get this sweet and slightly tangy flavor leftover. I am assuming that is the nectar part of the tea. Because this isn't a traditional tea it's hard to describe it in comparison to other teas. It is a very aromatic tea and actually smells like a few black teas we have in stock. It's flavor is very unique however. I am enjoying this tea with a cinnamon chocolate chip scone I made the other day so it is a nice compliment to the citrusy flavor of the tea. If you like unique tasting teas then this is a good tea for you.
I have no idea what's for dinner tonight because I don't cook on Wednesday because I have class. But only one week left of school and then finals after today! Yay!!!
Tea: Mighty Leaf Tea African Nectar
Like?: I do like this tea
Where to buy?: Nick bought this assorted box for me for my birthday or Christmas (I'm sorry I don't remember honey :( ) but I think you can probably get it at Safeway or www.mightyleaf.com
Grade: A-
his tea confuses my pallet. When I first take a sip I get this bold black tea taste and then after I get this sweet and slightly tangy flavor leftover. I am assuming that is the nectar part of the tea. Because this isn't a traditional tea it's hard to describe it in comparison to other teas. It is a very aromatic tea and actually smells like a few black teas we have in stock. It's flavor is very unique however. I am enjoying this tea with a cinnamon chocolate chip scone I made the other day so it is a nice compliment to the citrusy flavor of the tea. If you like unique tasting teas then this is a good tea for you.
I have no idea what's for dinner tonight because I don't cook on Wednesday because I have class. But only one week left of school and then finals after today! Yay!!!
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