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The Tea Princess vs. the Keurig Machine
Your lovable Tea Princess here calling to all you Tea Princesses and Princes out there to hear of my struggle with the Keurig Machine (no, not my own … please! I would never! … but the one at a local office waiting room we had the misfortune to have to sit in for about an… Continue reading
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Happy Victoria Day and a Teacup Toast!
Cheers to all our Canadian readers (outside of Quebec) in particular and to everyone in general on Victoria Day! A teacup toast to you all! But wait, what is it? You Canadians know all about it, but the rest of us wallow in ignorance, so bear with us while we play catch-up. What Is Victoria… Continue reading
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How British Is Your Tea Time?
Tea – check! Scones – check! Is that enough? How British is your tea time? It needs to be more than just those two items. Gauge your set-up against a typical British tea time to see how close you come. A Fairly Typical British Tea Time The key word here is “time” since the time… Continue reading
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5 Signs That You’re “Going French” at Tea Time
France has been in the news lately as having a surge in tea consumption at levels similar to what they imbibed when tea first came there courtesy of the Dutch in 1636. Louis XIV, known as the Sun King, started drinking tea in 1665, thinking it would cure his gout (a condition caused by excessive… Continue reading
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How Many Cozy Styles Are There?
One of the most effective ways to keep your teapot warm during tea time is the cozy. And there are so many different designs that you are sure to find one that best adds just the right touch to your tea time table. This array of designs can be divided into several styles. Dome Cozies… Continue reading
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5 Keys to Grading Teas
Sad to say, but not all tea leaves are created equal. This is especially important when you are buying premium teas, unlike blends that have teas of all grades in them. Grading standards have been developed over the years but tend to vary between tea growing countries and for the type of tea being produced.… Continue reading
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Tea and the Uncensored Movie
Tea and a movie is a great combo. You steep up that delightful Earl Grey, Russian Caravan, or even some Jasmine Green Tea, and select a movie to settle back on your comfy couch or chair and watch. This is where censorship can play a role, as you will soon see. Movies come in various… Continue reading
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A Guide to Pouring Tea British Style
British tea time has certain mannerisms associated with it. Employing some of these mannerisms will help your tea time be more authentically British, not to mention more enjoyable. This guide to pouring tea British style will help hone your skills and increase your tea time enjoyment. Preparing the Tea You can’t pour what you ain’t… Continue reading
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Mother’s Day Tribute: How Mom Saved Dad’s Life
Mother’s Day is a great occasion for each of us to express our appreciation for the woman who brought us into the world. Tea times and other party events are typical. In my case, it’s a special tribute, showing how Mom was a real lifesaver…literally! Steep yourself a nice cuppa, sit back, and see how… Continue reading
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Teaware Patterns: Forget-Me-Nots
Let’s face it, floral patterns on various objects are very popular. Teawares are no exception. One of the most charming is the forget-me-not pattern, featuring that lovely, delicate flower. About the Forget-Me-Not Flower This flower (Mycostis sylvatica, from the ‘Boraginaceae’ botanical family) is a symbol of true love, loving remembrance, faithful love, constancy and undying… Continue reading
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