Tea is hot. And no one steeps patrons in the ancient and enduring properties of tea like San Francisco's Samovar Tea Lounge. In this compelling podcast, owner Jesse Jacobs explores the reverberations of how one cup of tea serenely enjoyed influences peace throughout the world. Visiting with modern Tea Masters, Jacobs uncovers the mysterious roots of today's highly sou ...ght-after tea experience and sheds light on the dark elixir's calming effects.

Episodes include using tea to bridge cultural and political gaps, perfect pairings of tea and food, Teas of Japan, Morocco, and discovering the tea culture behind the tea culture in the San Francisco Bay area. Put the water on, grab a warm cup of contentment, and you'll soon find yourself relaxed and educated by this lively series.