Photography, surfing, a bit of tai chi, yoga, some conversational Danish, leadership books, being a dada, clearing his inbox, and checking off tasks from his lists are among Jesse’s interests. And of course tea. Jesse always has a lot going on, but somehow manages to fit it all in no matter what. And, always with […]
Day: February 6, 2009
Joanna
When she isn’t busy being Marcus’s momma, creating cartoons, going to yoga, studying the i-ching , or working, Joanna finds herself hiking the San Francisco Bay Area . But what are her favorite teas? “Orange Ginger is really good. It’s citrus-y and slightly sweet. It has a lot of vitamin C in it and is […]
Jodet
Jodet is one of our busiest Tea Ambassadors! She’s the leader of Samovar Hayes Valley, an MBA student, and a writer. How does tea fit into this full life? Jodet drinks tea to energize her when she needs it… and to relax and slow her down when that is in order.
Jonathan
This man has many talents…he teaches yoga and meditation every week throughout the United States and abroad, he’s the founder of the Learning To Listen Yoga & Meditation Center (a non-profit committed to offering tools for conscious living), he has written two books, and recorded two audio cds. Jonathan believes that if done mindfully, all […]
Karter
When he takes time away from singing live performances, which range from acoustic to hip-hop, and flying around the globe, Karter is into really chilling- out with tea. “Russian Tea–all the way! Every day, all day. The caffeine really makes me alert, and the flavor just keeps releasing from the leaves. Plus, I love that […]
Loraine
Loraine (also known as Lobo) is one of the most easy-going people to know. She’s down-to-earth and always has a smile on her face. The name for one of our infamous Japanese Senchas, Lobocha… was named after our Lobo, who has a passion for green teas. Loraine has been working at Samovar since she was […]
Luis
Luis is one of our cooks here at Samovar, so it is no surprise that he always has an opinion on what teas to pair with different foods. A native of Yucatan, Mexico, Luis loves to play different musical instruments on his free time. “I play the keyboard and the drums” Luis says, “I come […]
Noel
When Noel is not serving at Samovar Tea Lounge, she can be found dancing the night away at local venues, or reading “The Tipping Point.” Noel loves to read, explore, and learn new things , especially expanding her knowledge about the Samovar food menu. Noel says, “There’s nothing better than a cup of Hika with […]
Paul F.
While surfing the Pacific, practicing a bit of yoga on Sundays…interspersed with some computer programming here and there–Paul is constantly fueled by Samovar’s Masala Chai. “I guess I am a chai guy. I love it here at the lounge, cooked up thick and creamy and sweet and spicy. Full flavor, and a good caffeine boost […]
Paul T.
After eight years on the hardpan of the Sonoran desert, Paul moved to the concrete and metal canyons of San Francisco to pursue the urban tea lifestyle as well as his artistic dreams as a writer. “The Israelites did 40 years in the desert but I only ended up having to do eight,” he jokes […]