Sustainable yoga offerings in Thailand
Yoga is a very popular practice all over the world. Maybe you have already tried it. Are you looking for sustainable retreats and studios for your next vacation in Thailand? Find out more in this blog post.
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Travel to Thailand – But safely!
Even though the Corona pandemic is still very present all over the world, a “new normality” seems to be slowly establishing itself. The extensive restrictions are more and more becoming a part of our everyday life. Green Pearls® asked about the current situation in Thailand…
Thailand Goes Green: Sustainability with History
A king and his green visions
In recent years, Thailand has implemented a great deal in eco-friendly and sustainability-based improvements and has been considered a sustainable destination since 2018. A little-known fact is that King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who passed away in 2016, has been a pioneer and role model for sustainable development in his country for more than 50 years.
Traditional handicrafts and culture in Mae Hong Son: visiting Thailand’s hill tribes
Some months ago, we introduced you to the hill tribes in the north of Thailand and took you to the Black Lahu in the village of Ban Jabo.
#stayathome and get Thailand in your living room
We are not allowed to travel at the moment, but we can always dream, can’t we? And by inhaling the delicious scents of Thai cuisine, relaxing during a herbal stamp massage or learning our first words in Thai, we feel close to our holidays while…
So, what exactly is cream soda?
Th drink originated in the United States. In the 1920s, soda bars were all the rage, and soda jerks would mix drinks fresh with soda water, milk, ice cream, or egg, depending on the customer’s preference.
Today, cream soda is usually a sweet, carbonated lemonade with vanilla flavoring (though it doesn’t contain milk or cream). In the U.S., it’s often golden brown, but in Japan, there are also pink and green varieties flavored with cotton candy or melon.
In German-speaking countries, cream soda is not a standard supermarket beverage. Instead, it is often only available as an imported product in U.S./U.K. or Asian sections. (Note: Mass-produced brands like A&W (U.S.) and Barr (U.K.) typically contain artificial flavors, colors, and corn syrup.
You’ll have the smallest ecological footprint if you use cream soda syrups that you carbonate or mix with sparkling water yourself.)
Summer Smash Lemonade with Cream Soda and Berries
The SCHWARZWALD PANORAMA in Bad Herrenalb shared its recipe for this refreshing summer drink. A sophisticated flavor with berries, cream soda, and a pinch of salt and chili to finish it off!!
Ingredients
- 200 g mixed berries e.g., raspberries, blueberries, strawberries
- 100 ml lime juice freshly squeezed (about 2–3 limes)
- 100 ml elderflower syrup or agave syrup for natural sweetness
- 150 ml mineral water fresh and bubbly
- ice cubes
- 2 tbsp mint leaves
- lime slices for garnish
- splash chili or ginger syrup for a little kick (optional)
- sea salt
Instructions
- Place the berries in a small bowl and mash them into a purée. Set a few whole berries aside for garnish.
- Pour freshly squeezed lime juice into a glass or shaker and mix it well with either elderflower or agave syrup.
- Hand-pluck the mint leaves and add them to the lime juice along with ice cubes. Then, shake or stir the mixture vigorously.
- Fill the three serving glasses with the berry purée first, and then top them off with the lime-mint mixture.
- Now, carefully stir in the sparkling mineral water and cream soda.
- Here's an optional tip from the hotel bartender: "If you like it spicy, add a splash of chili or ginger syrup. It gives the lemonade a cool kick that perfectly balances the fruity sweetness."
- Garnish & Serve: Garnish with fresh berries, lime slices, and mint leaves. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top for an added kick that perfectly rounds out the flavor and enhances the fruitiness.
