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Well Rooted Teas: Rachel Banken

Rachel Banken has forged a path that allows her to “play in the woods and call it work”. Fueled by her values and passion for tea, she crafts tea blends with organic, regenerative ingredients, foraged and harvested with love and care in Minnesota.

Tea is important. It ritualizes slowing down. Well Rooted Teas, in particular, draw upon your senses- gorgeous, colorful ingredients, aromas, flavors like maple, peppermint, white pine and lemongrass served hot or cold depending on your mood. Create indulgence and bring nature into your everyday life with these restoring and healthful infusions.

Mother’s Day is right around the corner and if you’re looking for that perfect gift, Well Rooted Teas might just be the answer. Encourage the moms in your life to slow down and take a moment for themselves, better yet, sit down with your mom and share a cup of tea. It’s a simple yet meaningful way to bond in a moment of tranquility amidst life's demands. Cheers to celebrating the remarkable moms in our lives.

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The Gentleman Forager: Mike Kempenich

Interest in foraging has skyrocketed- why? Mike Kempenich a.k.a. The Gentleman Forager knew the secret power of foraging long before it became mainstream. Mike creates memorable experiences around foraged food. Guided foraging, mushroom and plant identification, wild food cooking demos and live culinary events featuring local chefs and musicians are just a few of Mike’s offerings. Who knew mushrooms could be so fun! There’s also a serious side to mushrooms- they are healers both to our bodies and planet. From curing disease to sequestering carbon, nature, once again, proves its power.

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