"Canarino" in Italian literally means canary, but don't worry, we are not going to bake sweet Tweety in the oven :) This is just the name Italians use for a herbal tea everyone makes at home when they had far too much food and want to help their digestion. This is one of many "nonna's remedies", i rimedi della nonna, and require just a good lemon and some bay leaves.

Adding Green Tea to this beverage enhances the natural property of the lemon zest and the bay leaves, giving a boost of antioxidants, anti-inflammatories, and vitamins. 

Ingredients per person:

• Green Tea (3gr)
• 1 Lemon (zest only)
• 2 Bay Leaves

How to prepare:

1. Wash your lemon
2. Boil water on the stovetop
3. Peel lemon zest avoiding the pith (the white part)
4. Place the peel on the water along with 3 bay leaves
5. Let it steep for 5 minutes or more, until the water turns to a bright yellow color - hence the name. 
6. Add Green Tea leaves and steep for 45 seconds
7. Strain and Enjoy!

When to drink?

• Mornings to boost your energy
• After meals to help digestion
• If you have a cold or fever (rich in Vitamin C)
• Any other time!