It’s amazing how one enterprising person can build a famous business and bequeath a legacy for generations to come. This was the case with William Fortnum, a lowly footman in Queen Anne’s Palace. He persuaded Hugh Mason to go into business with him and the Fortnum & Mason tea emporium was created [...]
Every major tea manufacturer makes a Christmas tea blend. These blends have a black, green, white, or oolong tea base combined with aromatic Christmas spices like cloves, cinnamon, and flavorings of vanilla or orange. Some even include citrus peels and bits of dried apples, currants or other seasonal fruit [...]
Tea savories are tidbits of highly seasoned non-sweet treats served at Afternoon and High Tea events. Similar to appetizers, they are gourmet concoctions of meats and/or vegetables that delight the palate [...]
Ever heard of Low Tea? I came across an article the other day that explained the difference between the custom of serving “Low” and “High” Tea. It seems that well-to-do English homes served Low Tea in the afternoons instead of the more substantial High Tea that was enjoyed by the middle classes in the evenings [...]
Tis the season to be jolly and drink lots of tea. Not only is tea healthier than alcoholic beverages, it’s soothing and you can drink as much as you like without fear of a hangover [...]
As a needlework artist and tea enthusiast, I’m always interested in creative ways to express my appreciation for the art of tea. For the past several months I’ve been crafting a variety of handmade tea gifts and collecting several homemade ones to give to the tea lovers on my list this Christmas season [...]
The busiest shopping day of the year in the USA is the day after Thanksgiving. We Americans affectionately call this day, Black Friday. Stress levels rage at an all time high as shoppers jostle each other to be among the first to purchase a coveted item. But…YOU don’t have to go with the crowd this Black Friday. You can stay home and shop online for delicious tea goodies and accessories while enjoying a pot of your favorite freshly brewed gourmet tea [...]
Exotic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves are great in tea. Chai Tea is loaded with this combination of spices; but it’s not the only tea blend that uses these aromatic and tasty ingredients. Homemade Spice Tea—sometimes called Russian Spice Tea, gets its name and taste from the cloves and cinnamon it contains. It makes a delicious Thanksgiving gift for the tea lover in your life [...]
As a tribute to my excellent father who passed away on September 30th, I offer this tea story. Although Daddy was a serious coffee drinker (he picked up the habit while in the Navy); he would participate in Afternoon Tea with my sister and me. It was always a hilarious occasion; for no matter the type or blend of tea, when using teabags Daddy would always take two in his cup [...]
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