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… [Continue Reading]
Increase Enjoyment of Herbal Tea with a Bombilla Tea Straw
July 13, 2009 By 2 Comments
South Americans have been drinking tea through a Bombilla Tea Straw for centuries. The Bombilla (bom-bee-jah) is a straw created to draw liquid from the bottom of the cup to the lips and is used when drinking Yerbe Mate. The perforated bulb on the end is a strainer which is designed to strain petals and leaves while sipping… [Continue Reading]
A Tea Spa Event
July 9, 2009 By Leave a Comment
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… [Continue Reading]
Store Your Tea in Decorative Japanese Washi Tea Tins
July 2, 2009 By Leave a Comment
These colorful patterned tins are covered in washi paper, which is made by hand typically from mulberry paper. “Wa” means Japanese and “shi” means paper and combined they mean (you guessed it) Japanese paper. The word Washi is an apt description for paper made by hand in the traditional Japanese fashion… [Continue Reading]
Celebrate National Iced Tea Month with A Quiet Tea Spot This June
June 17, 2009 By Leave a Comment
The seventh annual National Iced Tea Month is being celebrated as I write this post—in fact the celebration has been going on for the last 16 days (imagine my missing it)… [Continue Reading]
