Me:
What is your essential food/item that made it on top of your quarantine list?

Alana:
I feel like there are so many things on my list but the first thing I thought of was ginger, pasta, tomato sauce, eggs, rooted vegetables. And I was pretty determined to get frozen veggies because I can't imagine not having fresh vegetables.

Me:
Why ginger? Is ginger your favorite spice?

Alana:
I thought of ginger because it's the first thing I reach for when I'm afraid of getting sick or to boost my immune system. I always bring a thermos of fresh ginger tea with me when I go to teach.

Aya:
Do you have your favorite way to take ginger?

Alana:
I grate the ginger into water and simmer it for at least 20 minutes before straining for a nice powerful tea. The spicy tingle in my throat makes me feel protected somehow. I love that it is such a meaningful plant for cultures around the world. I really understood peoples' connection to ginger after making and selling porcelain ginger shaped vases. They always gets a positive reaction. I'm sure there are lots of people drinking ginger tea around the world right now.

Thank you Alana!!!

And here is the photo of Alana’s ceramic ginger!!!!!!

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Project Note:
The idea of “ My friend’s quarantine shopping list” started when I was peeking at people’s shopping baskets during the COVID-19. What are their essentials? Is there a one thing they can’t live without? I was curious about my friend’s shopping baskets. Everyone’s list was unique and I enjoy talking to them about it. I hope this brighten your day and maybe those items will make it to your next shopping list :) Have a nice staying home day!