# Fermented Tea Salad Kits The Lost Tea Company is Introducing Asian Tea Leaf Salads to the UK By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-06-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-leaf-salads References: [packagingoftheworld](http://www.packagingoftheworld.com/2017/06/the-lost-tea-company.html) & [lostteacompany](https://www.lostteacompany.com/product-page/fermented-tea-salad-lahpet) As much as tea is popular across both Europe and Asia, the practice of making [fermented tea leaf salads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-teas) has largely remained within Burma. As such, The Lost Tea Company is aiming to introduce Burmese tea salads to the UK. The Lost Tea Company's [Fermented Tea Salad Kit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-or-cold-salad-and-noodle-meal-kits) is made up of tea leaves, rapeseed oil, salt and lime powder, plus a variety of nuts, peas and crunchy beans. To these kits, the start-up suggests including a few ingredients like tofu, ginger, fish sauce and a variety of vegetables. With the help of this kit, [tea lovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brew-tea-starter-kit) will be able to discover a new way to enjoy tea leaves other than using them for the purposes of steeping and drinking. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fermented Tea Leaf Salads:** An emerging trend of introducing Burmese tea leaf salads to new markets, providing a unique and refreshing twist on traditional tea consumption. - **Tea Salad Kits:** The rise of ready-to-use fermented tea salad kits, offering convenience and accessibility for tea lovers to explore new culinary experiences. - **Alternative Tea Consumption:** Exploring innovative ways to enjoy tea leaves beyond traditional steeping, showcasing the versatility of tea as an ingredient in salads and other culinary applications. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the trend by developing and marketing fermented tea salad kits and incorporating unique tea-based recipes into their offerings. - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can explore the potential benefits of fermented tea salads, highlighting the nutritional value and promoting them as a healthy and flavorful option. - **Cultural Experiences:** The travel and tourism industry can leverage the popularity of Burmese tea leaf salads to enhance cultural experiences for tourists, introducing them to new culinary traditions and flavors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eclectic Ice Tea Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-tea-kit.md) - [Edible Tea Innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edible-tea.md) - [Asian-Inspired Canned Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twrl-milk-tea.md) - [Customizable Fine Tea Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-bonne-fille-fine-tea-company.md) - [Sesame Ginger Salad Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salad-kits1.md) - [Eco-Friendly Bubble Tea Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tea-drops-bubble-tea-kit.md) - [Decadent Dessert Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almost-tea-dessert-tea.md) - [Contemporary Premium Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firebelly-tea.md) - [Next-Gen Hydrating Tea Powders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kaytea-instant-iced-tea-powders.md)