The Table
Classic Basil Pesto
It is so much easier to make pesto if you use a food processor. First, chop up the garlic. Then pluck all the leaves off the stems and lightly packed them in a measuring cup for 4 cups total. It filled up the food processor’s work bowl. Add in the parmesan cheese, pine nuts, salt,…
Read MoreGarden Fresh Tea Treat
But why not have an easy summertime tea treat? I made a little bruschetta by dicing up 1 tomato or 8 cherry tomatoes, grabbing 4 fresh basil leaves and cutting them up and adding in 2T crumbled feta cheese. Mix up in a bowl, add salt and pepper to taste, and spoon on some toasted…
Read MoreTea Cozy Talent
Do you crochet or knit? If not, you might be inspired to take it up after reading Audrey’s story. Plus knitting is just good for you. Studies show that knitting relieves symptoms of stress. The repetitive action of needlework can induce a relaxed state like that associated with meditation and yoga. Once you get beyond…
Read MoreBell Pepper Bites
Do you need an easy appetizer for your next tea party? Here’s one of my go-tos, especially in the summer because I can go get a bell pepper right out of the garden. The fresh and crisp bell pepper is a nice contrast to the chewy scones and sandwiches. It’s also a great gluten-free snack,…
Read MoreA Teapot With A Cause
This teapot is called “Coronation Meadows” and is made for nature lovers and tea lovers everywhere. Burleigh Pottery made this pattern for Highgrove, the country estate of HRH The Prince of Wales. The Coronation Meadows design was inspired by an effort in the U.K. lead by Prince Charles to ensure there is a wildflower meadow…
Read MoreA Simple Cup
When asked if my cup is half-full or half empty, My only response is that I am thankful I have a cup. — Sam Lefkowitz
Read MoreTea and Cookies for the Holidays
Ooooh! Something shiny! This Christmas teapot and cookie jar would fit right in with the other presents under the tree. The colorful, shiny metallic paint on the wrapping paper, ribbons, and bows add sparkle to the room each year. It’s fun to put out decorations that are pretty and practical. Keeping cookies fresh is an…
Read MoreHam, Apple, & Goat Cheese Sandwiches
The air is starting to get crisp and the apples are coming in. Enjoy the fall harvest with an easy and elegant Ham, Apple, & Goat Cheese tea sandwich for your next get-together with friends. Ingredients Honey Maple Ham 1/4 c. Belle Chevre Honey Breakfast Goat Cheese 2 T. fresh chopped Watercress Pink Lady Apples,…
Read MoreRich. But Righteous.
Cat Island Cookie & Cracker Co. is a local, women owned business located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. They were kind enough to send a package of cookies and crackers in consideration for an unrestricted review of their products. This company seems to be doing many things right. First of all, I love creative marketing…
Read MoreThe Paradox of Tea
Strange how a teapot can represent at the same time the comforts of solitude and the pleasures of company – Anonymous Zen Haiku photo credit: Daniel Hopkin
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