Tea Library

tea time cookbook

These books are recommended for your Tea Library. There are some old favorites as well as new, creative and unique books with tea recipes, advice and brewing tips. Browse through the selection and consider purchasing several to expand your knowledge and enjoyment of tea, the celestial beverage. Tea History The Harney & Sons Guide to [...]

Anytime Tea Parties

anytime tea

Most tea enthusiasts have a special place to keep gourmet tea, cups and saucers, teapots, accessories, food stuffs and other items for anytime tea parties. These delightful spur-of-the-moment tea events promote a sense of wellbeing and are always fun and relaxing [...]

Fowler Exhibition Tells Story of the Tea Craze in the West

Steeped in History: The Art of Tea Exhibit continues to bring tea enthusiasts history and art by telling the story of the tea craze in the West. When tea first arrived in Europe in the early 17th century, it was not readily accepted. Tea drinking caught on quickly, however, in The Netherlands, where the import arrived along with Chinese and Japanese porcelain vessels for its preparation and serving [...]

Upgrade Your Tea Parties

tea with a twist

I’m always looking for unconventional ways to enjoy tea. Tea with a Twist: Entertaining and Cooking with Tea by specialty tea expert, Lisa Boalt Richardson, is full of novel approaches to serving and having fun with tea [...]

A Tea Spa Event

Serenity Spa Green Tea Aromatherapy Gift Set

Summertime is upon us and outdoor activities are the fare of the day. After a hot and tiring afternoon, it’s great to think about relaxing in a comfortable bath or enjoying a stimulating shampoo. When you want a pick-me-up before beginning your evening activities, consider creating your own tea spa event with these tips and ideas [...]

Sweeten Your Tea with Decorative Sugar Cubes

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“One lump or two?” If you watch English movie classics, it seems that this question is always asked at Afternoon Tea. Each sugar cube contains just the right amount of sugar to sweeten a cup of tea. A tea party would not have the right ambiance without sugar cubes to set a sophisticated tone when serving guests. If you’re looking for elegant decorated sugar cubes, try these favorites [...]

Heart Shaped Drop Tea

Drop Tea is made by compressing tea leaves into the shape of a heart to preserve freshness. The taste is great and none of the nutrients and properties of the tea are missing, thereby “bringing the heart to the soul” [...]

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