Solar Terms · Seasonal Eating White Dew arrives on 7 September 2026. In a normal year it marks the end of the humid late-summer stretch. This year, plenty of home cooks in East Asia are keeping a familiar pair of pantry powders on the counter a little longer. Updated 7 September 2026 9 min read … Read more
Autumn Rituals · Wellness Drinks Cooler evenings, longer dinners, richer food — and often a glass of wine at the table. Brew a pot of this gently tart, floral tea before the holidays, and you will always have a warm, alcohol-free option ready. Osmanthus plum tea — floral, gently tart, and ready in minutes. Autumn … Read more
Herbal tea · Recipe Toast walnuts in a dry pan until they smell like a bakery, chop them, then simmer them with dried hawthorn berries and a spoon of brown sugar. The result is a deep amber cup that tastes nutty first, tart second, and sweet at the end. It is one of the easiest … Read more
Traditional Home Wellness A gently sweet, fragrant drink made with edible rose blossoms and brown sugar — a comforting home tradition passed down through generations. After a small bump, a clumsy fall, or a long day on your feet, there is something quietly comforting about a warm, fragrant cup of tea. In Chinese home wellness, … Read more
In the world of traditional wellness, balance is key. Many people seek natural ways to support their body’s hydration and energy levels. One such natural ingredient, with a history spanning centuries, is Ophiopogon Japonicus, also known as Mai Dong. This small, tuberous root is prized for its ability to help the body maintain its natural … Read more
Warm, aromatic, and deeply soothing — licorice star anise tea is a traditional two-ingredient herbal brew with roots in Chinese folk culture. The naturally sweet licorice root meets the bold, spicy-sweet star anise in a simple infusion that has long been enjoyed as a warming winter drink. Here is everything you need to know: the … Read more
Chinese Wellness · Sweet Soup A silky, naturally sweet bowl of longan, lily, pear and tremella — gentle nourishment in every spoonful. A bowl of silky, translucent sweet soup that does more than comfort. Longan, lily bulb, snow pear and tremella slow-simmered together is one of the most beloved home-style wellness soups in Chinese seasonal … Read more
Seasonal Eating for Wellness: White Dew (Sept 7–22, 2026) Pears slowly poached in red wine — a gentle, warming autumn dessert. As autumn deepens and mornings turn dewy and cool, our bodies start asking for warmth. One of our favorite ways to answer is with a bowl of pears gently poached in red wine — … Read more
Bai Lu, or White Dew (falling between September 7 and 22 in 2026), is the third solar term of autumn. As the saying goes, ‘the dew condenses and turns white,’ signaling cooler weather and the onset of autumn dryness. Many people start experiencing dry mouth, tight skin, and a scratchy throat during this time. In … Read more