Hibiscus Tea | Zeebra Designs & Destinations

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Brunch, Hand-painted floor designs, Hibiscus Tea, jama ecuador, Mint Tea, Painting on concrete, Playamart, Postcards From Zeebra Flyinc Carpet 2, What is Playamart?, Wordpress challenge A Day in my life, Xavier Cevallos Jama Ecuador

Brunch with the Birds! *Hibiscus Ginger Tea” (Note beaded ‘arm bands’ are made by the Kuna Indians)

Manabi Ecuador –

Barbara and I continue to squeeze as much as we can into each day of her visit, and her remarks about what I consider a normal life make me realize that my life is far from the norm!

Barb: “This morning I am handed a wonderful looking drink…..made up of whatever Lisa has on hand….I asked her what was in it, and she assured me I did not have to eat/swallow any of the debris …..mmm I say….debris??? and she says yes….So my mind starts thinking of natural stuff she has in her little herb garden, which I’m a little apprehensive as it could be anything…..mint leaves…other leaves …and well maybe a twig or two…only Lisa knows…So not wanting to hurt her feelings ….(I’m such a good friend) I ventured into drinking it and guess what?? It was great…. liquids, leaves, twigs and all!! I drank it ALL” Continue reading →

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Carambola, Hibiscus Tea, Maracuya, Organic Gardening

Long ago my brother-in-law Don wondered if I would be bringing ‘seaweed’ to a family pot-luck gathering! I still smirk at the memory and often ponder if he would sample my latest culinary creations here in Ecuador!

Hibiscus remains my ‘herb’ of choice for freshly-brewed tea, and when combined with lemon, maracuya, starfruit or any acidic partner, the drink transforms into a shocking-red-but-healthy drink!