Matcha tea It is a variety of green tea that Japanese farmers grow in the shelter from the sun. Its leaves are harvested by hand and ground into powder using stone grinders. It appears as a deep emerald green blend, extremely fine and with a pleasant aroma.
In Japan it is used both as a flavouring for ice cream and as a natural colouring in the preparation of traditional sweets, but above all during the tea ceremony: a real social rite which is part of Japanese tradition. This ceremony is based on the principles of Buddhist teachings, and due to its widespread use by monks, it has been nicknamed the "elixir of Buddhist monks.".
We at Vivi Bistrot, always attentive to new food trends, have decided to bring this powerful blend to all our restaurants, a little souvenir just for you, in memory of our numerous trips to the East!
To be honest, matcha tea falls into the category of superfood. It's actually part of that group of foods consumed for therapeutic purposes; that is, those foods that can naturally heal thanks to their beneficial properties. A real help, therefore, for our well-being!
Tea is a work of art, and only the hand of a master can bring out its noblest qualities.
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Let's discover together all the properties of this miraculous green powder!
Matcha tea is rich in antioxidants: not undergoing fermentation processes it preserves all the properties of polyphenols and its derivatives, which have very strong antioxidant properties. Even 20 times stronger than Vitamin E! The percentage of antioxidants present in Matcha tea is higher than that found in any other green tea. These substances continuously renew cells. thus preventing aging, draining and detoxifying organs and tissues.
Being rich in vitamins B1, B2 and C, beta-carotene, mineral salts, polyphenols and, in part, caffeine, matcha tea improves the ability to learning and concentration.
There theine present in matcha tea, it has an action stimulating By acting on the synapses, Buddhist monks use it to increase their concentration during meditation. Samurai, on the other hand, took it before going into battle to gain all the energy they needed.
Protection of the cardiovascular system andantihypertensive: It contains substances capable of preventing heart attacks and acts directly on the blood pressure regulation mechanisms and is capable of lowering it.
It has soothing properties on the mucous membranes of the stomach and intestines, fights gastric acidity and improves digestion. At the same time it is able to protect the liver, exerting an action detoxifying.
Lower the blood sugar levels etc.fights cholesterol, for this reason it is very useful for the treatment of pathologies such as diabetes. It also prevents the absorption of cholesterol and increases the level of good cholesterol.
Whether black, red, or green, the tea ritual is one of those age-old traditions that we've decided to bring to all our bistros. Sitting comfortably in the intimate space of the bistro Braschi Palace or immersed in the greenery of Villa Pamphili, you can enjoy your matcha tea and recharge your batteries while sitting comfortably at one of our tables!
With us, tea time becomes a magical moment!
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