new group of gingham lungis
feeling for vintage prints this trip. fun to think of them being used as tablecloths, bedspreads and couch throws.
maybe it's not authentic, but making chai for a snowday in Brooklyn
1/2 t fennel or anise seeds
4 cardamon pods
6 whole cloves
1 inch piece of cinnamon stick
1/2 t black peppercorns
1 bay leaf
1 inch piece of fresh ginger peeled and sliced
1 c water + 1 c milk
1 T black Assam tea
raw sugar
lightly toast spices for about 1 minute or until fragrant
crush spices a bit in motar and pestle, then put in stainless saucepan.
add ginger and milk + water and tea leaves.
bring to a gentle boil then simmer for about 5 minutes.
add sugar if desired
strain into little bitty chai cups
adapted from David Tanis
and thanks to Mr V for the nice red chai cups
color napkins
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