Ambassadors

Erick

Published by SamovarLife on March 03, 2009

Erick is one of Samovar’s Fearless Leaders. Whenever we have a question about tea, food, tea ware, or just about anything, Erick is the one we ask. His kindness, curiosity, and welcoming nature mean that Erick makes easy friends with all who come to Samovar.

Irene

Published by SamovarLife on March 02, 2009

Irene is a true foodie. And, we should be proud…Samovar ranks so high on her list of best places to eat in the Bay. She also loves wine….studying the regions, growing conditions, food pairing and learning all she can about small scale artisan products. Of course she’s crazy about our tea because of the small [...]

Jesse

Published by SamovarLife on February 06, 2009

Photography, surfing, a bit of tai chi, yoga, some conversational Danish, leadership books, being a dada, clearing his inbox, and checking off tasks from his lists are among Jesse’s interests. And of course tea. Jesse always has a lot going on, but somehow manages to fit it all in no matter what. And, always with [...]

Joanna

Published by SamovarLife on February 06, 2009

When she isn’t busy being Marcus’s momma, creating cartoons, going to yoga, studying the i-ching , or working, Joanna finds herself hiking the San Francisco Bay Area . But what are her favorite teas?

“Orange Ginger is really good. It’s citrus-y and slightly sweet. It has a lot of vitamin C in it and [...]

Jodet

Published by SamovarLife on February 06, 2009

Jodet is one of our busiest Tea Ambassadors! She’s the leader of Samovar Zen Valley, an MBA student, and a writer. How does tea fit into this full life? Jodet drinks tea to energize her when she needs it… and to relax and slow her down when that is in order.

Jonathan

Published by SamovarLife on February 06, 2009

This man has many talents…he teaches yoga and meditation every week throughout the United States and abroad, he’s the founder of the Learning To Listen Yoga & Meditation Center (a non-profit committed to offering tools for conscious living), he has written two books, and recorded two audio cds.

Jonathan believes that if done mindfully, all [...]

Karter

Published by SamovarLife on February 06, 2009

When he takes time away from singing live performances, which range from acoustic to hip-hop, and flying around the globe, Karter is into really chilling- out with tea.

“Russian Tea–all the way! Every day, all day. The caffeine really makes me alert, and the flavor just keeps releasing from the leaves. Plus, I love that [...]

Loraine

Published by SamovarLife on February 06, 2009

Loraine (also known as Lobo) is one of the most easy-going people to know. She’s down-to-earth and always has a smile on her face.

The name for one of our infamous Japanese Senchas, Lobocha… was named after our Lobo, who has a passion for green teas.

Loraine has been working at Samovar since she was in diapers–maybe [...]

Luis

Published by SamovarLife on February 06, 2009

Luis is one of our cooks here at Samovar, so it is no surprise that he always has an opinion on what teas to pair with different foods.

A native of Yucatan, Mexico, Luis loves to play different musical instruments on his free time. “I play the keyboard and the drums” Luis says, “I come from [...]

Noel

Published by SamovarLife on February 06, 2009

When Noel is not serving at Samovar Tea Lounge, she can be found dancing the night away at local venues, or reading “The Tipping Point.”

Noel loves to read, explore, and learn new things , especially expanding her knowledge about the Samovar food menu.

Noel says, “There’s nothing better than a cup of Hika with some buttery [...]

Paul F.

Published by SamovarLife on February 06, 2009

While surfing the Pacific, practicing a bit of yoga on Sundays…interspersed with some computer programming here and there–Paul is constantly fueled by Samovar’s Masala Chai.
“I guess I am a chai guy. I love it here at the lounge, cooked up thick and creamy and sweet and spicy. Full flavor, and a good caffeine boost when [...]

Paul T.

Published by SamovarLife on February 06, 2009

After eight years on the hardpan of the Sonoran desert, Paul moved to the concrete and metal canyons of San Francisco to pursue the urban tea lifestyle as well as his artistic dreams as a writer. “The Israelites did 40 years in the desert but I only ended up having to do eight,” he jokes [...]

Rama

Published by SamovarLife on February 06, 2009

Rama likes to pair to of her favorite habits together: reading and tea. She never does one without the other. Currently she is reading Franz Kafka .
“My favorite thing to drink lately is the Japanese Kukicha. I like lighter flavored teas and this one is very subtle and delicate. I also love the Jasmine Pearl. [...]

Robert

Published by christine on February 06, 2009

“My first pu-erh ever, is still my favorite. The Maiden’s Ecstasy . Bittersweet chocolate is what it reminds me of, but it is just aged tea. I love this one because it’s great for travel, and I always carry a can with me when I travel home to London to visit my family. They all [...]