Japanese oolong teas are hidden treasures. Japan's tea leaves are almost all made into green teas (un-oxidised). Just a small percentage of Japan's tea is made into oolong tea (mid-oxidised). Here's @jameel_lalani of @lalaniandco hosting a tasting of exceptional Japanese oolong teas at @dinings_sw3 in Chelsea. Lalani & Co London have been tea merchants for Dinings SW3 since it opened. Want to join our next tasting? . . . #luxury #artisan #craft #foodiesofinstagram #foodies #restaurant #chef #sommelier #terroir #alcoholfree

Have you tasted a kabusecha green tea from Japan? The tea plants for kabusecha are grown under covers to increase the umami flavour in the leaves before picking them. You can taste the umami. Follow the link in bio... . . . #japanesefood #alcoholfree #terroir #sommelier #provence #quality #seasonality #organic #luxury #artisan #craft #restaurant

Lalani & Co is a brand dedicated to quality. Across the year we bring the most delicious teas into our collection from family run tea gardens. Here we are tasting two of the best Darjeeling teas from the 1st flush (season) 2023. We're also tasting a 2nd flush Darjeeling from 2022 as a comparison. The teas have been pre-infused and bottled just before the event, which is how we recommend restaurants prepare for doing a tea pairing menu. . . . #foodies #restaurant #chef #foodiesofinstagram #seasonality #luxury #craft #artisan #sommelier #terroir #alcoholfree #vintage #healthy

'The Champagne of teas'... Darjeeling has been called this for many decades. Much like Champagne, Darjeeling is a protected region. You can only call a tea 'Darjeeling' if it's grown on one of the approved gardens in Darjeeling, India. In Darjeeling, there are 4 seasons; 1st Flush, 2nd Flush, Monsoon, and Autumn. The 1st and 2nd are the premium seasons. This is the time to drink the 1st flush. Its tropical fruit and floral notes lend themselves well to the hotter months, and are excellent when chilled and served cold. . . . #sommelier #teatotal #artisan #craft #terroir #alcoholfree #restaurant #coffeeshop #barista #organic #luxury #seasonality

Single-batch tea has many similarities to single-cask whisky. They're a single lot, a single production, whose flavour is a result of all the specific influences along the way on that particular batch. Here's our tea and whisky tasting with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society. Some of these are teas and some are whiskies. The tasting included the new 2023 Spring Blossom 1st Flush Darjeeling (which you must buy because it's superb)! Shall we do another tasting? . . . #foodies #foodiesofinstagram #whisky #tea #scotch #sommelier #chef #restaurant #terroir #luxury #craft #London #

1st flush Darjeelings are made in a lightly-oxidised style, meaning there isn't much browning of the leaves. That means the infusion is lighter coloured and more delicate, brining out the tropical fruit and floral notes. Swipe to see the infusion. . . . #luxury #artisan #craft #sustainable #foodiesofinstagram #chef #sommelier #terroir #alcoholfree #eatclean #foodies #michelinstar

I think one of the most enjoyable things about being a tea drinker is when the new season Darjeelings are released; the first flush teas. They're a seasonal special which we look forward to and then drink over the summer months, enjoying their tropical fruit and floral notes. A fine first flush Darjeeling will taste of mango, passion, papaya, and flowers, with a very smooth finish. . . . #artisan #craft #healthy #luxury #alcoholfree

Photos from the newly relaunched @kwantlondon in Mayfair. Erik is one of my favourite people to work with because he does everything to high standards. The team are all pros and take such pride in their art. Kwãnt is a bar which has a short, top-tier tea list (as indeed every serious bar should). Here's the list: . Kirari Crystal Gyokuro Honey Black QX Oolong Matcha Green Silk . Even without a training session, I was served three precisely infused teas. The food is also exceptional. Highly recommended. #London #bar #Mayfair #cocktail #alcoholfree #craft #luxury #organic @eriklorincz @kasar_rastislav

The second Lalani & Co tea pairing dinner at Angler restaurant was a huge success, with 5 excellent teas from the Lalani & Co tea library paired to an exquisite menu by @garyfoulkeschef . Shall we do another? . Thanks to all at @angler_restaurant especially Gary and @cynthiacoomb . Video by @calebjkemp #foodiesofinstagram #michelinstar #restaurant #alcoholfree #provenance #seasonality #flavour #gastronomy #pairing #drinkclean #sommelier #terroir #singleorigin #singlebatch #chef #luxury #London

The tea list has just launched at @merakilondon . Diners can enjoy the Assam Malt, Mountain Green, and Kyoto Oolong. With thanks to my good friend @sanjay.dwivedi1 . . Photo by @mooncakepictures #foodphotography #foodiesofinstagram #restaurant #chef #sommelier #terroir #seasonal #sustainable #provenance #alcoholfree #entrepreneurship

Tea pairing at Michelin starred Angler restaurant. Two seats are available at the last minute on Thursday night. Welcome cocktail, 5 courses, 5 single-batch teas, £115 + service. Let us know if you want to join us for this gastronomic evening... . . . #michelinstar #restaurant #foodiesofinstagram #foodie #sommelier #terroir #artisan #craft #London #chef

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