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The Pinkie Pointer’s Guide to Tea Drinking
There are guides to this and that, books for dummies by the shelf full, 101 ways to do this thing or the other, but nowhere have I found a book, web site, or even a single article just for those of us who point our pinkies while drinking tea. Time to rectify that situation. Ignore… Continue reading
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What to Do About a Drippy Teapot Spout
There you are pouring tea for your guests and yourself (the tea time “mother” always pours for herself last), and the teapot is dripping all over the place every time you tilt it back up after the pour. How awkward! What can you do about that drippy teapot spout? Well, I have several suggestions. But… Continue reading
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Tea Gardens in Nepal
The buzz these days seems to be about tea from Nepal. You know, that little country spread across the Himalayas just north of the Bihar state in India which is becoming more of a contender in tea production, too. I thought, therefore, the time had come to take a closer look. Key Gardens and Producers… Continue reading
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Are There Too Many Tea Books?
The avalanche of tea books seems neverending, with many of them highlighted on this blog by my fellow blogger Bill Lengeman (his latest: Recent and Upcoming Tea Books 17). At some point my mind starts to overheat, the gears start to go “Screeeeee!” and I call out “Enough!” The next words out of my mouth… Continue reading
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Tea and the Movies – The “Fish Out of Water” Theme
The “fish out of water” theme shows up in movies as a favorite. We all like to watch people coping with situations that are outside of their ordinary environment. The movie about the Aussie crocodile wrestler in New York City is one that made its star/writer/producer a millionaire almost overnight. And then there’s the time… Continue reading
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The Profusion of “Alpine” Teas
These days labeling a tea as “Alpine” seems to be the latest marketing gimmick. Or is it more than that? My curiosity was piqued, so I started digging in to the details of it. The “Alps” Are Everywhere…Really? This story about a new Japanese dessert sparked quite a reaction to the phrase “Southern Japanese Alps”… Continue reading
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4th of July Fireworks at Tea Time!
The 4th of July is a celebration of Independence, with fireworks and weiner roasts and marshmallows and chocolate bars melted into s’mores. Don’t forget the parades and concerts. But the best (okay, so I’m a little prejudiced here) is a 4th of July tea time while enjoying it all. I start with the teapots –… Continue reading
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The Passing of a Tea Legend – John Harney
In memorium – John Harney 20 August 1930 to 16 June 2014. The English Tea Store, owner of this blog, has been proud to carry a selection of the teas from a tea company that has become quite well-known here in the U.S. – Harney & Sons. Recently, John Harney, founder of this company, died.… Continue reading
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5 Very “Independent” July Teas Not to Miss!
The first half of the year has passed and the seventh month of the year is beginning, a time for displaying your independent spirit with a bit of red, white, and blue. Some teas and herbals to help you get things going: 1 Blue for vigilance, perseverance, and justice: Bingo Blueberry Herbal A full… Continue reading
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Tea and Eating Potato Chips with a Spoon
Snacking is common in the U.S., Canada, and the UK. In fact, snacking is sometimes see as a real risk to the health of people in those countries plus a leading cause of obesity per repeated claims in the media. However, enjoying one of these snack-time classics – potato chips – as part of my… Continue reading
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