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…

Garden 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…

Tea 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…

Bell 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…

A 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…

A 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.              …

Tea 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,…

Ham, 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…

Rich. 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…

The 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