Tapestry
Exploring the colors, crafts, and cultures behind the world's handmade traditions
Golden turmeric, red chili, green coriander and more…that’s India in a box for you! ‘Masala’ box, actually, ‘masala’ being the spice mix that gives Indian cuisine its distinctive and varied flavors.The use of spices in Indian cooking has developed over...
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Humankind has been eating since the beginning of time. And we’ve been drinking for just as long. No...
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Full of antioxidants, matcha is a popular and nutritious way to enjoy green tea. It’s frothy, has a...
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A tetsubin is a traditional Japanese tea kettle and an icon of Japanese culture. Made of cast iron,...
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Traditions, symbolism & heritage
Colors
The meaning of hue in adornment
Craft & making
Techniques & the human story
Handmade jewelry
Stories behind what you wear
These words just don’t exist in English, and yet they perfectly capture moments or phenomena that we’ve all...
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You can layer on all the sweaters you want, but there’s nothing like a hot beverage to warm...
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Cultures borrow and exchange ideas, art, and –you guessed it-words! The English language is full of terms that...
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