The Old World Tea-For-One Set measures 4″ high and has a flower pattern at the base of the cup and then an intricate blue and gold pattern along the rim of both the teapot and the matching cup… [Continue Reading]
Tea and Pizza for Mother’s Day
May 10, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The day before Mother’s Day I attended a wonderful Afternoon Tea Party along with hundreds of other guests. After a great afternoon of delicious scones, lemon and raspberry curd, Devonshire cream, gourmet teas by Tea Forte, and an assortment of savories and desserts, I had the chance to purchase the lovely bone china teapot on my table… [Continue Reading]
Gong Fu Cha Tea Ceremony
December 6, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Le Palais des Thes has a great article about Gong Fu Cha, the Chinese tradition of tea drinking. Drinking tea in China does not require a teapot. Instead, tea is prepared in small bowls with lids by simply placing tea leaves in these bowls and pouring boiling water over them… [Continue Reading]
Product Review: Chantal Tokyo Teapot with Stainless Steel Infuser
October 26, 2009 By 1 Comment
My love for teaware and teapots in particular has resulted in an opportunity to test and review the Chantal Tokyo Teapot with Stainless Steel Infuser. Recently, the folks at Chantal Cookware Corp, based in Houston, TX asked if I would give one of their newest teapots a try… [Continue Reading]
Karoff Original Traveling Tea Set
October 15, 2009 By 3 Comments
My sister’s passion for tea sets is as great as mine. Among her collection is a fabulous Karoff Original 6-piece Traveling Tea Set… [Continue Reading]
The Pleasures of Tea
October 3, 2009 By 1 Comment
Tea is the perfect accompaniment to all the moments of our lives. Whatever your fancy, it is easy to bring tea into your life. Host a tea party (any excuse will do), display pretty teacups and teapots or hang teacup-patterned wallpaper… [Continue Reading]
Anytime Tea Parties
September 21, 2009 By 3 Comments
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… [Continue Reading]
