Miss Orange

Hello, I’m Liyuan Peng, but you can call me Miss Orange.

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My name holds a story: 桔 (Jú). It’s the Chinese character for the vibrant color and the sweet, sun-kissed fruit. More than that, it has come to symbolize my journey.

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If you look closely, 桔 is made of two parts: 木 (mù), meaning "tree," and 吉 (jí), meaning "fortune" or "blessing." For me, this is perfect. My move to Portland, Oregon—a place cradled by evergreens and majestic redwoods—felt like coming home to that very blessing of trees.

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Throughout my life, orange has remained my constant love. It’s a color that holds memory and a scent that carries me back. I can still smell the zest of oranges filling the air at my grandmother’s home on Chinese New Year’s Eve. Peeling them with my cousins, our fingers sticky and sweet, is a memory etched in my mind—a touchstone of joy and family that has followed me ever since.

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In many ways, this is the world of tea. A single aroma, a particular taste, can transport you to the best moments of your life. It can track you down and bring you home.

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Pursuing your passion isn’t always easy, and making dreams come true takes courage. For me, the color orange is my reminder. It urges me to never lose that passion for seeking out what I love and for discovering the next, most perfect tea.

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And now, that dream is taking root.

My teahouse is in progress, slowly blossoming here in my dream city of Portland. It is my deepest hope that soon, this space will be your sanctuary to pause, to breathe, and to savor a truly wonderful cup of tea.

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Thank you for your support as we build this dream. I cannot wait to open our doors and share it with you soon.