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Oriental Beauty Oolong (Bai Hao Wu Long) also known as White Tip: cultivated around Beipu in the Hsin Zhu District of Taiwan.

This is a heavily oxidized oolong (50-70%) that is not roasted. What makes it special is an insect, the leafhopper (Jacobiasca formosana), that eats the leaves. This stems the growth of the leaves and also changes the color of the leaf to a parma-violet tint. After the leaves are dried, the edges turn white where the insect has gnawed on them. Because of the change in chemical composition, the resulting notes are woody and fruity after oxidization. It is possible to count dozens of notes.

The leaves are plucked only in summer, when the insect is active. No pesticides are allowed anywhere in the vicinity because of the value of the leafhopper. In 2006, a Jin (21 oz.) of Oriental Beauty sold for nearly 50,000 Euros!

Hello! I felt a reintroduction was in order since our grand reopening last month. If we haven’t met yet, I’m Elise, Mama to two wonderful children & Owner/Maker/Buyer/Salesperson and chief executive Janitor of this little brick & mortar shop we call Stripes.

This year has been a complete blur of ups and downs, growth and doubts, but I’m so proud of how far we’ve come! Our mission to bring you hand crafted goods since 2012 has strengthened over the years and we are proud to be stocking all American made brands and creators of small batch baby & children’s fashion and accessories, with the new addition of eco friendly toys and decor.

We love your feedback and truly appreciate every single person who walks through our doors. Let us know what you’re looking for!

This labor of love is a huge piece of myself and my family, with the support of our community, friends, customers and fellow business owners that make us feel worthy.

Thank you all for being a part of it! I hope to see you soon

Headshot magic by @d_lillian { P.S. So grateful for the experience & memories of @mthrco retreat 2018 where this photo was taken #mthrgoestocamp }

Thank you for all your feedback and support in the past six months! In honor of our half year anniversary in Downtown Campbell, we’re announcing new LVL UP Campbell hours!

LvL Up is now open until midnight every day! Extended Hours = Extended Play.

Please ask us about our group reservation and special event bookings. Email us at [email protected].

Ceramic steins and beautiful weather are on the agenda in just 9 days for Oktoberfest! We'll see you in the Biersch Garden!

The Pumpkin Facial is back! Brighten, tighten, and nourish your skin all at the same time with this scent-sational seasonal treatment. Includes a Pumpkin Peel that’s great for pigmented and lackluster skin.

Call 408-680-4705 or book online:
https://www.secure-booker.com/ritualdayspa/Home.aspx

The Campbell City Council has placed Measure O on the November 6, 2018 General Election ballot. If passed by two-thirds of voters, Measure O would provide Campbell with up to $50 million in general obligation bonds to make facility improvements.

Click on the link below to read about the November 6, 2018 General Election and Measure O - Police and Library Facilities Bond Measure.
https://www.ci.campbell.ca.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=394

Our friends down the street, Kyoto Palace Japanese Steakhouse, has a mouth watering special for you this month. It's their "Obake" or Ghost special: NY Steak, Shrimp, and Calamari. $23 for lunch and $33 for dinner.

This couple has figured out a brilliant way to ensure that they always find the freshest and tastiest in-season fruits at the Campbell Farmers’ Market. They brought their own fruit taster.

Freshly Worn Furniture will be closing their doors at the end of this year and they're in the process of liquidating everything in their inventory. Originally their supply of Debi's DIY Paint wasn't supposed to be part of the deep discounts, but it looks like things have changed and you can now get your hands on whatever stock they have of Debi's DIY Paints at 50% Off!

Celebrating four months in Downtown Campbell, check out our new LVL UP hours and new extended happy hour on Thursdays & Fridays 11AM - 6PM!

I can’t believe my eyes. BIG news for our little shop. Tears of joy are fresh on my face as the opportunity I’ve been hoping & praying for is unfolding. You heard that our building just sold, rents doubled, and to be honest I considered taking a long overdue, semi-permanent vacation... but I surely didn’t want to leave you all without our local childrens boutique if I could still make it happen. We’ve lost too many good ones! Through purpose, perseverance, and a little bit of delusion (or what some may call aspiration) WE ARE NOW...
wait for it...

E-X-P-A-N-D-I-N-G the storefront! We will occupy double the space within our courtyard just as soon as we can get it up and running.

There’s still so much to accomplish, but it’s all happening, & I’m thrilled to share it with you. Spread the news, Stripes x2 is on the way! I’m going to document all our adventures in designing this new space and I’ll need your input!

Did you know that the Villa Ragusa has three ballrooms? Have your next event at Villa Ragusa! This is a place that is fit for the event you want to have any day of the week.