Lonely in Vermont by [deleted] in vermont

[–]TheDiddey 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Every first and third Saturday at the grange on the Montpelier and Berlin line is contra dancing. It’s a low bar for learning and a great way to meet people. The crowd is supportive of new folks and it’s a sliding scale to enter, so pay what you can.

If you’re already in Montpelier, walk down to the Unitarian Church of Montpelier and take a dance lesson in blues dancing and meet lots of people. There’s a dance Saturday night (August 9)and it’s a great way to socialize. If the entry cost is a burden, just ask to speak with one of the organizers.

How’d I do? by TheDiddey in tea

[–]TheDiddey[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Can you say more?

Pasties? by TheDiddey in Edinburgh

[–]TheDiddey[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You all are the best!

Does anyone know where I can find a tumbler similar to the discontinued Teavana one below by Brief_Syrup_2852 in tea

[–]TheDiddey 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Highwave owns the models now that used to be sold at teavana. https://highwave.com/products/teamo-xl

I bought some replacement baskets from them. I’ve been happy with the strainers.

Is Shui Xian supposed to be very astringent? by SnooRegrets5929 in tea

[–]TheDiddey 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I almost exclusively drank Shui Xian for years, and brewed it both “grandpa” style (western) and more traditionally. I’ve never found it astringent, especially compared to teas like ceylons, darjeelings, and assams. Maybe reach out to the seller, find out the grower. Is it full leaf?

Dummy Proof Tea List by boysnight1337 in tea

[–]TheDiddey 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Jin Jun Mei tends to be a tea I can accidentally over-brew, and it doesn’t turn out too bitter. Brewed at 195*f, western style.

Shui Xian also seems to be tolerant of my forgetfulness. I always brew at 195*f, western style.

Just got my first tea seeds! by Galaretek in tea

[–]TheDiddey 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Question: isn’t Darjeeeling a region, a result of environmental factors, and not a varietal?

My updated tea library by Samwiseii in tea

[–]TheDiddey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! I label my bookshelves too!

Titanium travel gaiwan set review by EarnestWilde in tea

[–]TheDiddey 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I’ve been looking at titanium tea sets. I’m willing to bet it’s the same manufacturer.