Tea Tips
Optimal Brewing Time for a Tea Bag
We have a question from a reader: “When making a single cup of tea from a tea bag what is the optimal amount of time to leave the bag in there?” Great question! I’m so glad you asked. Until it’s the strength you want. (Official smarty pants answer.) Really though, it’s probably about 1 –…
Read MoreInnovation in The World of Tea
There is a company called Teabox that is changing the world of tea. They aim to deliver the freshest tea possible to you- direct from plantations in India direct to your doorstep. They offer a wide range of premium teas from Darjeeling, Assam, Nilgiri & Kangra. Check out their website at http://www.teabox.com/ You know I love clever…
Read MoreA Winter Beauty
It seems like the Camellias just faded and now the Lenten Roses are in bloom. Also known as Helleborus Orientalis, these graceful flowers are the link between winter and spring. The beautiful, cold-loving flowers generally come at Lent – hence the name. But, not having a calendar, the flowers…
Read MoreA Budding Business Sprouts and Grows
Innovation and business are exciting. To me. Basically, it’s the process of creating something from nothing. It takes imagination, vision, hard work and persistence. Just amazing when you think about it. I recently attended a Tea Tasting luncheon at the Botanical Garden where our friends at Piper & Leaf told their story and shared a…
Read MoreHappy National Hot Tea Day!
You can say you were there when it started. Today, January 12, 2016 is the first-ever National Hot Tea Day as declared by The Tea Council of America. Tea fans across the nation are encouraged to raise their cups in honor of their beloved beverage. I enjoyed a pot of Black Rose tea to celebrate!…
Read MorePlumberry Black
Today we’re reviewing Plumberry Black Tea from Zhi Tea out of Austin. First of all let me comment on their packaging. This is what arrived in the mail. A lovely thank you note, a brochure on tea, a postcard promoting another tea, the stamped tissue and also a note and stamp on the invoice along with…
Read MoreJanuary is National Hot Tea Month
Nothing is quite as relaxing as flannel p.j.s, fuzzy slippers and a cup of hot tea. What a great way to celebrate National Hot Tea Month! How are you celebrating? Check out this website for other fun holidays and recognitions throughout the year.
Read MoreInternational Tea Day!
Happy International Tea Day y’all! Dec. 15 is the day the world celebrates one of the most popular beverages in the world, second only to water. Of course we don’t need an excuse to drink tea but I did celebrate the holiday with my favorite Blueberry Black Tea. How did you celebrate the day? #internationalteaday
Read MoreCoffee & Tea Festival Philly
If you’re in the Philadelphia area you may want to check out the Coffee and Tea Festival going on there this weekend. For details click here.
Read MoreNorthwest Tea Festival
Are you in or around Seattle? If so, you might want to check out the Northwest Tea Festival going on right now. For details go to http://www.nwteafestival.com/index.php.
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