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BBC Radio 4 – The Food Programme, The Great Tartan Tea Swindle
The Great Tartan Tea Swindle The Food Programme When Tam o’ Braan began marketing Scottish Tea from his Wee Tea Plantation, the response was astonishing. Upmarket retailers such as Fortnum and Mason and hotels from the Dorchester in London to … Continue reading
We Forgot How to Cure Scurvy 7ish Times
[…] You’ve probably heard of scurvy and think of it as that weird sickness pirates get. But the thing is, for most of human history, we’ve had a cure for scurvy and known all about it. We just forgot about … Continue reading
Why Rooibos Only Grows in One Place on Earth
Discover the story behind rooibos, South Africa’s naturally caffeine-free red tea. This video covers the history of rooibos, how it’s produced in the Cederberg region, and what makes it so unique and healthy. Learn about its origins, the farming and … Continue reading