Quiz: Can you name that DeCal?

DeCals are a great way to get extra units and study something you’ve always been curious about. They give you a chance to explore quirky and ultra-specialized topics that you never would have made time for without some sort of incentive. And DeCal topics can definitely get pretty specific. We’re sure Read More…

A guide to tea drinking and pairing

After water, tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world, with the first record of tea-drinking dating as far back as the 10th century B.C. Like wine, tea has a vast spectrum of taste profiles, depending on its production and age. Different kinds of tea are best in Read More…

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5 foods that can and will improve your life

1. Garlic Garlic is delicious on bread, in pasta and, to be completely frank, in most things, but did you know that garlic is good for you? Beyond being a great breath freshener, garlic also is known to help regulate blood pressure, and it is rich in vitamins A, B Read More…

Asha Tea House, 2086 University Ave,  Berkeley

Get your tea fix fast and fresh at Asha Tea House

It is a hot, humid afternoon, and you and your friends are walking around Shattuck aimlessly. Or maybe it’s a cold evening and either your GSI has just slashed your grade, or your lover, your heart. What you want now is some steaming matcha, as thick as they can make Read More…