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TEA TASTING with BILLY DIETZ

Embark on a journey into tea through an immersive course, discussion, and tasting. Discover the rich history, diverse varieties, and preparation techniques that make tea the second most consumed beverage worldwide. From artisanal white teas to robust black blends, you'll sample a curated selection while learning to discern their unique characteristics. Whether you're a curious novice or looking to refine your tea appreciation skills, this course will steep you in the art and science of tea.

I. Introduction

A. Welcome and course overview

B. Brief history of tea

II. Tea Basics

A. Types of tea: white, green, yellow, oolong, black, pu-erh, and herbal

B. Tea production process

C. Tea growing regions

D. Brief overview of post-processing (blending, scenting, and flavoring)

III. Tea Preparation

A. Water quality and temperature

B. Steeping times and methods

C. Tea equipment

IV. Tea Tasting

A. Proper tasting techniques

B. Guided tasting of different teas

C. Flavor profile discussion

V. Q&A

Earlier Event: February 28
BOARD GAME FRIDAYS!
Later Event: March 6
FLAVOURS OF UKRAINE
Heirloom carrots glazed with date molasses and urfa biber, dust with local hazelnuts from @meadowlark.rise.farm
Heirloom carrots glazed with date molasses and urfa biber, dust with local hazelnuts from @meadowlark.rise.farm
Fluffy, moist braided sesame loaves with individual roasted beetroot butter boards topped with popped buckwheat and fresh dill fronds. What a lovely way to kick off the Woodland Feast for the chef creations event at the @hudsoncreativehub this week.
Fluffy, moist braided sesame loaves with individual roasted beetroot butter boards topped with popped buckwheat and fresh dill fronds. What a lovely way to kick off the Woodland Feast for the chef creations event at the @hudsoncreativehub this week. #woodlands #hudsonquebec #beetroot #plantbased #bakebread #eatflowersbekind #tastethetrees #florakitchenettw #steugene #easthawkesbury
One of my favourite dishes to date! I’m completely in love with the nasturtiums and how they are thriving in the garden right now, so I layered their beauty and flavour! The gorgeous tomatoes from @parachute_farm had a slow and low olive oil ba
One of my favourite dishes to date! I’m completely in love with the nasturtiums and how they are thriving in the garden right now, so I layered their beauty and flavour! The gorgeous tomatoes from @parachute_farm had a slow and low olive oil bath, others became tomato water that turned into gelée with a blossom tucked right in. Nasturtium leaves were blitzed into a vibrant green oil, a cultured cashew cheese filled the bouncy blossoms. The cherry on the sundae was a crystal clear, tiny bead of ‘dew’ which was actually a sphere of orange blossom water caught in the nook of the nasturtium leaf. Thanks to the @hudsoncreativehub for inviting me to create the meal for this month’s Chef Creations event, I absolutely loved it! Also a quick and heartfelt thanks to @nanthas_kitchen , Ruby, Eddie, and all the lovely volunteers who made it happen. 💕 #eatflowersbekind #florakitchenette #hudsonquebec #nasturtium
It gives me a thrill to grow flowers- to become an active part of the local ecosystem! Over the last few months I’ve created gardens on my land where there was previously only grass (and who needs grass??!). The birds have decided they like it
It gives me a thrill to grow flowers- to become an active part of the local ecosystem! Over the last few months I’ve created gardens on my land where there was previously only grass (and who needs grass??!). The birds have decided they like it here (a hummingbird just flew by as I type this!), the bees are here in numbers, and worms abound. The first 2/3rds of summer has been incredible watching the growth and transformation of the space, I’m excited to see what the autumn season brings. #growflowers #eatflowers #eatflowersbekind #florakitchenette #ontario #easthawkesbury #steugene #zinnia
This morning’s edible flower harvest from just my 2 planters at the front of the shop! It’s incredible to see how quickly an abundance of flowers can be grown.
This morning’s edible flower harvest from just my 2 planters at the front of the shop! It’s incredible to see how quickly an abundance of flowers can be grown.
Who doesn’t love a good crunch? Just like with flavours and presentation, texture is a critical aspect of creating a satisfying dish. I wanted a super crunchy base for my carrot lox so I came up with a beet infused, puffed tapioca cracker. The
Who doesn’t love a good crunch? Just like with flavours and presentation, texture is a critical aspect of creating a satisfying dish. I wanted a super crunchy base for my carrot lox so I came up with a beet infused, puffed tapioca cracker. The shape irregularity, the pop of colour, and the bubbly texture compliment the other components so well. #carrotlox #edibleflowers #floracocina #catering #floralfood #eatflowersbekind #hudsonquebec #appetizers #eatflowers #plantbased
Details: Tokyo turnips, daikon, romanesco, fennel flowers, begonia blossoms, pea shoots, emerald hummus #grazingboard #edibleflowers #hudsonquebec #floracocina #eatflowersbekind #catering
Details: Tokyo turnips, daikon, romanesco, fennel flowers, begonia blossoms, pea shoots, emerald hummus #grazingboard #edibleflowers #hudsonquebec #floracocina #eatflowersbekind #catering
More grazing boards, more happy details! Pickled orange cauliflower, carved carrots, fuchsia blooms, roasted beet hummus #edibleflowers #eatflowersbekind #floracocina #grazingboard #hudsonquebec #catering
More grazing boards, more happy details! Pickled orange cauliflower, carved carrots, fuchsia blooms, roasted beet hummus #edibleflowers #eatflowersbekind #floracocina #grazingboard #hudsonquebec #catering
Fuchsia flowers still fascinate me after all these years. #edibleflowers #floracocina #eatflowersbekind
Fuchsia flowers still fascinate me after all these years. #edibleflowers #floracocina #eatflowersbekind
Heirloom carrots glazed with date molasses and urfa biber, dust with local hazelnuts from @meadowlark.rise.farm Fluffy, moist braided sesame loaves with individual roasted beetroot butter boards topped with popped buckwheat and fresh dill fronds. What a lovely way to kick off the Woodland Feast for the chef creations event at the @hudsoncreativehub this week. One of my favourite dishes to date! I’m completely in love with the nasturtiums and how they are thriving in the garden right now, so I layered their beauty and flavour! The gorgeous tomatoes from @parachute_farm had a slow and low olive oil ba It gives me a thrill to grow flowers- to become an active part of the local ecosystem! Over the last few months I’ve created gardens on my land where there was previously only grass (and who needs grass??!). The birds have decided they like it This morning’s edible flower harvest from just my 2 planters at the front of the shop! It’s incredible to see how quickly an abundance of flowers can be grown. Who doesn’t love a good crunch? Just like with flavours and presentation, texture is a critical aspect of creating a satisfying dish. I wanted a super crunchy base for my carrot lox so I came up with a beet infused, puffed tapioca cracker. The Details: Tokyo turnips, daikon, romanesco, fennel flowers, begonia blossoms, pea shoots, emerald hummus #grazingboard #edibleflowers #hudsonquebec #floracocina #eatflowersbekind #catering More grazing boards, more happy details! Pickled orange cauliflower, carved carrots, fuchsia blooms, roasted beet hummus #edibleflowers #eatflowersbekind #floracocina #grazingboard #hudsonquebec #catering Fuchsia flowers still fascinate me after all these years. #edibleflowers #floracocina #eatflowersbekind