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Matcha, Matcha, Matcha!

An episode of the Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney podcast, hosted by Margaret McSweeney, titled "Matcha, Matcha, Matcha!" was published on May 22, 2025 and runs 9 minutes.

May 22, 2025 ·9m · Kitchen Chat® – Margaret McSweeney

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On this particularly timely edition of Kitchen Chat®: A Taste of Luxury, History, and Hospitality, host Margaret McSweeney whisks you away on a flavorful journey into the captivating world of Matcha! From World Tea Expo in Las Vegas and the Chicago Tea Festival, where the global popularity and ceremonial allure of Matcha was undeniably the "hot topic.

 

Join Margaret as she explores what this powdered green tea is, by uncovering its fascinating history, its luxurious applications, and the warm hospitality that surrounds its preparation and enjoyment. We'll hear from distinguished experts who are shaping the modern Matcha landscape. Included are Noli Ergas, a certified Japanese Tea Master from Sugimoto Tea, who will illuminate the traditional art and nuanced preparation of authentic Matcha. We'll also connect with Don Ho, co-founder of BDH Consultants in addition to HairoUSA.com, to explore innovative perspectives and the expanding reach of Matcha culture. Discover Matsushita Tea Garden's Ajan Sparkling Tea. Furthermore, we'll glean wisdom from Mark Arathoon, the CEO of Blue Ocean Tea, as he shares his expertise on the broader tea industry and the rising prominence of Matcha. We will speak with a Japanese Tea Ceremony expert from the Japanese Culture Center in Chicago. 

 

Finally, we'll even get a taste of refined elegance as we explore the art of High Tea at The Balmoral in Edinburgh. (part of the Rocco Forte collection), featuring the distinctive touch of Matcha in pastries created by the talented Executive Pastry Chef Ross Sneddon.

 

We invite you to join Margaret as we explore the captivating world of Matcha – a true taste of luxury, steeped in history and served with exceptional hospitality! 

 

✅ Be sure and visit KitchenChat.info for more interviews and recipes. Subscribe to the KitchenChat audio podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kitchen-chat-margaret-mcsweeney/id447185040 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3PpcTPpvHEh8eOMfDUm8I9 Webtalkradio: Webtalkradio.com This podcast is also available on Apple TV, Roku and Amazon Fire Stick streaming devices. Download the Experts and Authors App and go to the Kitchen Chat series page or visit: www.Expertsandauthors.tv

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