Tastes and smells have the power to transport us to other times and places. Maybe the smell of the ocean brings you back to childhood vacations, the scent of pine […]
Tea Shop Mysteries
As a librarian and an avid book collector, I often carry a mug of tea to my reading corner. Usually, I choose to drink Darjeeling or Irish Breakfast tea, but […]
Munchies with Tea
What could be better than tea, than some yummies to go along with it! When I went on a university trip to London, that was when I was introduced to […]
Porcelain (a primer in pretty)
One of the charms of tea drinking is the accessories, most common of which is the teacup. When we think of tea service we usually think of china or silver. […]
Pondering Polar Pekoe?
“Iced tea is too pure and natural a creation not to have been invented as soon as tea, ice, and hot weather crossed paths.” ~John Egerton Most of us are […]
Valentine’s Day Tea
If you’re looking for a unique gift for Valentine’s Day for a special person or even something to add some fun to your Valentine’s Day date… We have a couple […]
Tea Delivery!
I love getting mail. Call me old-fashioned, but I’m addicted to the daily thrill of opening the mailbox and flipping through its contents in search of a hand-lettered envelope. I […]
Teahouse Heaven
One of my versions of heaven is a quiet room, homey, with an endless supply of books and an on-demand selection of perfectly-brewed teas. (Since it’s heaven, I’ll request some […]
Tea and Crafts Season!
It’s winter, time for cold fingers, hot drinks, and cozy nights on the couch under a blanket. Winter is a perfect time to reconnect with domestic crafts, or learn a […]
When the weather outside is frightful…
… then tea and scones are absolutely delightful! Raise your cups to an act of winter whimsy: the tea party. In attendance were two children (at heart) and two teddy […]