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7 reasons why I love to drink tea

2 February 2023 by Catherine Saxelby

7 reasons why I love to drink tea

There's nothing as refreshing and relaxing as a cup of tea. It's my favourite hot drink by a long way and one I look forward to every day. I drink almost every type of tea there is. English Breakfast with milk is my favourite but I'm also partial to a delicate Ceylon and most things herbal like lemon and ginger or anything with a little peppermint. The only tea I'm NOT fond of is Earl Grey.

Read on - here I take a look at these cute mini-pots of fresh growing herbs for your kitchen. Are they worth buying? Are they easy to look after?

15 February 2017 by Catherine Saxelby

Product Review: Campos Cascara

Move over coffee, watch out tea! There’s a new kid on the block. It’s called Cascara and you’ll spot it at coffee chains like...

What coffee is that?

30 September 2015 by Catherine Saxelby

What coffee is that?

Coffee - the drink with history, flavour and attitude. It’s the great social beverage that is accessible in a variety of ways all...

Coffee. How do you brew?

13 May 2015 by Catherine Saxelby

Coffee. How do you brew?

That first morning cup of coffee has become an integral part of our modern lifestyle. Whether it’s a peaceful cuppa before the...

Q. Is carob better for you than chocolate?

7 March 2014 by Catherine Saxelby

Q. Is carob better for you than chocolate?

A. In truth, there's not much between them. It all depends on how you consume them. First I'd like to contrast carob with cocoa...

Q. Are energy drinks safe for kids to drink?

20 January 2014 by Catherine Saxelby

Q. Are energy drinks safe for kids to drink?

A. Energy drinks are really soft drinks with caffeine whether it's added or derived from guarana, the seeds of a climbing vine native...