Manish Kumar – Modern Trekker https://moderntrekker.com The World Is Waiting Fri, 15 Feb 2019 10:01:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.9.11 https://moderntrekker.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/cropped-Plane2-32x32.jpg Manish Kumar – Modern Trekker https://moderntrekker.com 32 32 144266218 7 Teas In India That Every Tea Lover Must Try https://moderntrekker.com/tea-in-india/ https://moderntrekker.com/tea-in-india/#respond Thu, 14 Feb 2019 11:54:28 +0000 https://moderntrekker.com/?p=6120 India is the world’s second-largest consumer and exporter of tea. In…

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India is the world’s second-largest consumer and exporter of tea. In the eyes of Indian society, tea is an important part of culture because it is considered a valuable and healthy drink. For example, in Assam, a state in Northeast India, tea is the official state drink. Various varieties of teas in India have been shown to have good effects on bodily health while also soothing the drinker.

Here are 7 types of Indian tea to enjoy that tea-lovers will love:

1. Spicy Himalayan Tea

This tea is a tea made from a mixture of black tea, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, cardamom, and black pepper. Of the various components, this tea has many health benefits ranging from helping the digestive process, reducing blood sugar levels, and maintaining cardiovascular fiber health.

2. Assam Tea

The Assam is black tea named after its production region, Assam, India. This tea comes from the Camelia Sinensis plant. This tea has a fresh, malt and bright color. It is a perfect replacement for coffee in the morning or for a treat in the afternoon.

3. Darjeeling Tea

Darjeeling Tea Plantation
A Darjeeling tea plantation. Photographer: Shankar s.

Darjeeling tea is a black tea made from tea leaves from tea plantations in the Darjeeling area, West Bengal, India. This tea is high quality and so won the nickname “The Champagne of Teas”. Water steeping Darjeeling tea is bright with an aroma that is more fragrant than other types of black tea.

4. Assam Cardamom Tea

The Cardamom adds a special touch to Assam tea. Cardamom tea is also widely used in Indian food since it adds a spicy-sweet kick to any sweet or savory dish. This tea, when drank by itself, has a cool and refreshing sensation and can be drunk in weight loss diets.

5. Nilgiri Tea

This tea is known for its distinctive aroma and is ideally mixed with other tea variants. This soft Nilgiri tea is perfect to be enjoyed throughout the day. It has a smooth and mellow taste which is great to help one relax.

6. Ceylon Tea

Ceylon Tea
Photographer: Chandimal Pathirage

This tea is available in many varieties such as black ceylon, white ceylon and green ceylon tea . Ceylon tea is a good source of nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, phytonutrients, flavonoids and provides a number of benefits to the body such as strengthening the immune system, good for the cardiovascular system, making skin healthy and good for patients suffering from diabetes.

It is known for having a full and bold taste.

7. Masala Tea

Masala Tea is a typical South Indian drink. This tea is a mixture of milk and spices such as cardamom, clove, cinnamon, and ginger. This tea has a sweet and thick flavor.


These are some of the tea variants that are very popular in India. Which tea have you tried? Are you looking for tips on going out in India this week? If so visit here for some tips.

Suggested next reading: 5 Best Restaurants Of Jaipur For Authentic Cuisine

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The Pink City is quite famous for the romance and luxury it can sprinkle on your vacation. The top-most element of a great vacation is cuisine. For a great dining experience, authentic Jaipur cuisine would add the right blend of royalty to your table. To fill it up, it’s better to choose the best restaurants of Jaipur, to enjoy the evening you deserve.

The 5 Best Restaurants Of Jaipur Are:

  1. 1135 AD
  2. Peshawari
  3. Marble Arch
  4. Giardino
  5. House of Han
Best Restaurants Of Jaipur
Amer Fort.

Now, here is a little bit about each restaurant!

1. 1135 AD

This restaurant is quite famous for its luxury and grandeur look. Even luxury trains like Palace on Wheels, make it a point to add this restaurant to the itinerary. Located inside Amer Fort, this is the right portal to go through to travel back to a royal past.

1135 AD is the best place to eat Rajasthani food in Jaipur and the décor matches the quality of the food. If you are looking for a grand meal experience and for romantic restaurants in Jaipur, visit Amer Fort.

2. Peshawari

This is one of the restaurants of ITC groups. With this name, you can be sure about the hospitality, décor, culture and food in this restaurant. This multi-cuisine spot is actually famous for authentic Northwestern Indian cuisine. You can find all the signature Mughal dishes and the dessert section is mind-blowing.

The pots on the wall, copper platter, wood beams and log table make it one of the more unique restaurants in Jaipur and will add more value to the dining experience, without a doubt.

3. Marble Arch

Located inside the Palace Hotel of Jai Mahal, this heritage hotel has a long history to it. This tradition is expressed in the décor with stoneware, traditional ambience and authentic delicacies of the past. You can find universal cuisines too in this restaurant.

Starting from rosewater pannacotta to Murgh Tia Mirza Hassan, you can find a wide range of delicacies served with the utmost luxurious service.

4. Giardino

This open-air poolside restaurant is famous for the ‘“Taj experience” that’ll add lots more value to your vacation. This traditional fine dining Italian restaurant is complemented with chic décor, art decorations and fine wines to balance the palate.

If you are planning to spend a special mealtime in the laps of luxury, this is the right place.

5. House Of Han

How about enjoying a day with traditional Chinese dishes surrounded by authentic Chinese décor and style? Even the dishes and cooking styles are traditional.

Located inside Crowne Plaza, this restaurant provides a five-star East Asian cuisine and a fully stocked bar. Do not miss getting tea served in a large sprouted teapot.


Do you want to enjoy this type of dining throughout your whole vacation? The best way to do so is by booking Palace on Wheels. The choice of restaurants in the itinerary is luxurious and, also not to be forgotten, are the professional star-styled restaurants inside the train itself.

Suggested next reading: 5 Luxury Trains In India That Are Fit For Royalty

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