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Steamed Asian Pear with Honey, and Chuan Bei Mu

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  During certain times of the year, we can be more susceptible to dry coughs.  Below is a twist on a recipe from @kanpobliss, that I felt resonated with how I typically make this food therapy related dish. Per Kanpobliss, this steamed pear recipe is indicated for,  " * Self care remedy for cough.    * Reduce Phlegm, clear heat, moisten the lung.    * Good for swollen throat, throat irritation."        Steamed Asian Pear with Honey, and Chuan Bei Mu ( Bulbus Fritillariae Cirrhosae.)     Ingredients :  1) One Asian Pear 2) Honey ( I prefer Manuka honey when possible.) amount can be scaled to the size of your pear, and the core depth.  3) Chuan Bei Mu (3 to 12 grams. I typically use a mortar and pestle to grind up about 8 to 10 of these  Fritillaria Bulbs.  Important points to note: this Fritillaria Bulb powder should not exceed 1.5 grams. Also: -> Chuan Bei is contraindicated during pregnanc...
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Projects

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 Hello, Everyone! :)  I know it’s been a minute since I posted, but I wanted to touch base with a coaster project I have been working on:  Take care and have a lovely weekend, my Mindful Friends! ๐Ÿ’› With Warmest Regards,  Liane T. 
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My first Xiaoman event

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Last May, I attended my first Xiaoman ( ๅฐๆปก  )  event, which happened to correspond with AANHPI (Asian American Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage month.)  What is Xiaoman?  Xiaoman (aka "lesser full")  is a portion of time on the lunar calendar that denotes changes in nature. Specifically, during harvesting where the weather may transition to an environment more conducive to the growth of various crops such as sowthistle.           During the event, they featured Mr. Ken Teh (Bonzai Expert.)  Goji Tea  Visual and Musical Arts (Hulusi Performance):  Hulusi Performance in San Diego: Mountain and water elements (via floral arrangements.)  All in all it was a nice event, and I enjoyed learning about Xiaoman.  Next up? The Lunar New Year 4724. 
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My tea tasting on International Tea Day 2025:

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  So for International Tea Day this year, I decided to do a tea tasting of a tea I had never tried before.  I made sure to keep the bag sealed, so that the aroma would be preserved, (until it was time for this tasting.)  Full disclosure :  this is not a paid collaboration. ๐Ÿ˜‡ In case you're not familiar with Sequim, Washington (where this scrumptious tea is from), it is known as the "lavender capital of the world." This tea was gifted to me, from someone from very dear.  Without further ado, let's begin our dialogue on the tea below.  Tea name: Chocolate Mint Lavender Tea (by Cedarbrook Lavender & Herb Farm)  *for those of you who have done a tea tasting with me before, you know it's about to get very serious.  Aroma (of the dry tea leaves, prior to steeping): light, distinct, rich in chocolate, and sweet.  Vessel (that I drank this tea in) : Tea cup, with accompanying saucer.  Water temperature: 178 degrees Fahrenheit (as it is a b...
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International Tea Day is tomorrow!

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   I am getting excited for International Tea Day tomorrow. ๐Ÿ˜Š (shown is a Gaiwan with a lychee pattern on it, from my tea accoutrements collection. but more about my adoration of lychees, later. ๐Ÿ’–) 
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