The Book of Green Tea [Paperback]

Christine Dattner (Author), Sophie Boussabba (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 16, 2003

"I hold a bowl of tea in my hands. In its green color I can see all of nature. I close my eyes to contemplate the hills and the pure water running in my heart."
Sen Soshitu (Japanese Poet)

While green tea is increasingly fashionable in Western societies, it is also now being recognized for its medicinal qualities that have been known in Asia for centuries....

Not only does this book contain exciting tea recipes by top chefs (for example, "Long Ching" green tea lobster, green tea sorbets and cocktails), it also has a section devoted to green tea health and beauty tips. It is thus sure to delight gourmets and health enthusiasts alike.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"I had a bowl of tea in my hands.
In its green color I can see all of nature.
I close my eyes to contemplate the hills
and the pure water running in my heart."
--Sen Soshitsu

About the Author

Christine Dattner, a specialist in green tea, has designed a number of very successful blends. She has opened numerous teahouses including some in Japan, where she is considered a top creator of green tea blends.

Photographer Sophie Boussabba has worked for many architecture, lifestyle and interior design magazines such as Elle Décoration and Elle à Table.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Universe (May 16, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789308533
• ISBN-13: 978-0789308535
• Product Dimensions: 11.7 x 8.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,851,277 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)