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Discover Blue Lotus Chai

Blue Lotus Chai

Discover the authentic taste of Blue Lotus Chai. Free of sweeteners and other additives, all varieties of this hot water-soluble chai powder feature a combination of organic spices, along with naturally flash-dried tea. Simply mix the flash-dried tea into hot water, add your choice of milk and sweetener, and enjoy a pure, flavorful chai experience.

Six Ways to Make Frothed Milk at Home

Frothing Milk at Home

Whether you're a coffee aficionado or a tea enthusiast, welcome to the world of at-home milk frothing! Let's take a look at six options you have for creating pillowy clouds of luscious milk at home.

Pimento Mac and Cheese

Pimento Mac & Cheese

Drawing inspiration from the flavors of Southern pimento cheese, this indulgent side puts a fresh twist on a timeless classic.

Tillamook Pull-Apart Cheese Bread

Tillamook Cheesy Pull-Apart Bread

This cheesy pull-apart bread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer. With just 6 ingredients, you can make a warm, melty, and cheesy snack in under an hour.

How to Actually Enjoy Salads - 6 Hints for Building Your Best Salad

Hints to Enjoy Salads

Learning to love salad isn't just about munching on greens; it's a flavorful adventure waiting to happen. Say goodbye to boring bowls of lettuce and hello to a symphony of tastes and textures that'll make your taste buds dance!

Basic Homemade Vinaigrette Recipe

Homemade Vinaigrette Salad Dressing Recipe

Making salad dressing at home is faster and easier than you think, and it means you can customize the all-important dressing to your tastes. Once you have this basic vinaigrette down, you can experiment with variations. The ratios for a vinaigrette salad dressing stay the same, so you can customize it to match your salad by using different oils, juice, and flavorings.

Rise & Shine: Healthy Breakfast Recipes

Winter Citrus Salad

This week, we're excited to share three effortlessly delicious and nutritious breakfast recipes that are sure to start your day off bright: a refreshing Winter Citrus Salad, Hearty Hummus Avocado Toast, and Savory Spinach Mushroom Oatmeal. 

Tea-licious Mocktails: Elevate Dry January with Steven Smith Teamaker

Mocktails With Steven Smith Teamaker

Cheers to a refreshing January! As we dive into the New Year, Alpenrose is excited to introduce a trio of invigorating mocktail recipes featuring the exceptional teas of Steven Smith Teamaker, a local favorite in Portland, Oregon. Discover seasonal fruit paired with tea goodness for a vibrant and health-conscious start to your year.

Eat The Rainbow

Eat The Rainbow

Start the new year with a challenge to Eat The Rainbow! Eating a variety of colors is a fun and delicious way to provide your body with a complete spectrum of essential nutrients and antioxidants that support your overall health and immunity. According to the Mayo Clinic, each color provides benefits.

How to Make Delicious Mocktails at Home

Mocktails

Cocktails feel a little more elevated than simply cracking open a beer because there’s artistry and craft in the mixing, pouring, and presentation. So bring that same energy to your non-alcoholic beverages and see what wonders you can envision!