Introducing Asian-inspired Tisanes Making traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) accessible through flavourful and easy-to-use tisanes is new premium wellness brand Qisane. Inspired by founder Rebecca Hong’s own longing for the traditional health-giving tonics of her childhood, the brand offers a selection of conveniently packaged tisanes, blended from whole herbs, roots and flowers that are celebrated for their health-giving properties. Three blends are currently available, with each addressing a different concern. Chrysanthemum and Goji helps counteract the irritating effects of excess heatiness, which include fever, sore throat and irritability; Hawthorn and Osmanthus aids digestion and supports detoxification; and Cordyceps and Rose reduces fatigue by replenishing your qi. They can be purchased at qisane.com.
CHOCOLATES FROM THE MASTERCHEF Derek Cheong, winner of MasterChef Singapore Season 2, wants you to go beyond the usual milk, dark and white chocolates. Kakkow is his new foray into artisanal chocolate that features offbeat flavours like Miso and Genmaicha, Cep and Walnut, and Corn and Truffle that will whet your appetite for the quirky and unusual. The name is a homophone of ‘“cacao”, the core ingredient in chocolates. Handcrafted in small batches, each bonbon is hand-painted with a spectrum of colours that best represent each flavour and its taste profile. Flavours are on a seasonal basis and may change every two months. Each Kakkow Box contains six bonbons and retails for $24. Order at kakkow.com.sg.
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