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There’s a magical place in Northern Michigan where time slows just a tad, as you enjoy the magic warmth of sweet sunshine combined with a cool breeze off the bay. There are a few quintessential activities that make lake life so special… a day at the beach, a bike ride into town, perfectly ripe tomatoes from the farmer’s market, cool ice-cream on a hot day, a breathtaking sunset.

Each morning, you wake up with a smile knowing there’s a new, fun summer adventure on the horizon.

There is magic in this moment, the calm before the fun… It’s the perfect opportunity to enjoy a quiet breakfast on the front porch and prepare for the day. No one knows the joy of the front porch like CC’s dog!

Starbucks sent us their new TAZO® Chai Latte K-Cup® pods which have added a little sugar and spice to our summer morning routine. There’s something about the rich, creamy taste of an authentic TAZO® Chai Latte. Steeped in 5,000 years of Indian history, chai is a black tea blend that’s part sweet, part spicy, and totally unexpected.

If you own a Keurig®, you know how easy they can make your mornings! We are all about uncomplicated goodness on a perfect summer day… especially when it leads to a creamy blend of black tea, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom and vanilla flavor.

The new TAZO® Chai Latte K-Cup® pods have two steps that are super easy. Simply add the sweetened dairy blend to your cup, and brew yourK-Cup® pods. Ingredients are made from milk, tea leaves and spices. Soon you’ll be able to delight in the allure of cinnamon blended with citrusy cardamom and zesty black pepper.

There’s an amazing donut shop up north that we can’t resist! Local, freshly made donuts are a special treat and we loved pairing this simple sugar cake treat with a cup of chai. TAZO® has also partnered with New York Times Bestselling author and host Padma Lakshmi to develop recipe pairings. Tea and chai have always been a part of Padma Lakshmi’s life and family heritage and she is excited to celebrate the flavors of chai with TAZO.

As we taste the perfect blend of sweet meets spicy, we take a moment to relax.

You taste buds host you on an imaginary journey through exotic lands of sweet cinnamon, fragrant cardamom, and spicy ginger, leaving you feeling invigorated by the aromatic flavors and ready to travel around the world. Find where to buy TAZO® Chai Latte K-Cup® pods at TAZO.com/wheretobuy