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Souk is bringing together the metro'ss most beloved matcha purveyors, artisanal bakers, and lifestyle brands for a three-day celebration of all things green tea.

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Matcha, a type of Japanese green tea, is now used in every imaginable sweet treat.

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’Tis the season to eat and be merry.

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