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Blending tradition, care and sustainability, Koala Tea has been producing certified organic herbal blends in the Northern Rivers for more than 30 years.

If you’ve ever wondered how to make ghee at home, our step-by-step guide will take you through the process from start to finish. Ghee, or clarified butter, is a golden, aromatic cooking fat with a long history in Indian cuisine and Ayurvedic practice. Unlike regular butter, which contains water and milk solids, ghee is pure butterfat. Slow-cooked until the milk solids caramelise, leaving a clear, nutty-flavoured liquid that sets to a rich, creamy solid at room temperature.

Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum), commonly known as holy basil, is a sacred herb in India and a powerhouse of benefits.

Tulsi is a versatile herb with many health benefits. As well as supporting digestion and relieving cramping and bloating, it can also ease the congestion of colds.

A morning cup of tulsi tea can provide calming, soothing effects and it is believed to improve mental focus. Tulsi imparts a bright, spicy flavour reminiscent of clove, cinnamon and mint. Use it in stir-fries, chutney, salads, smoothies or a seasonal pesto.

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Plastic-free food storage is one of the easiest ways to cut kitchen waste and reduce plastic in your home. With Plastic Free July, here are some tips to rethink your fridge, pantry and shopping habits for a more sustainable kitchen.

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Bright, floral and naturally effervescent, this wild-fermented soda blends the adaptogenic power of holy basil (Tulsi) with the tangy sweetness of passion fruit. It’s a probiotic-rich, non-alcoholic drink that supports digestion, immune function and nervous system balance.