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5 “Scary” October Teas!
Nine months gone and the tenth month of the year is beginning, a time for enjoying those cooler temperatures and the landscape change from leafy to bare branches against skies where birds flock to warmer climes. Normally, I list some teas for you to enjoy during a particular month, but this month is special and… Continue reading
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Toasting the First Day of Fall with Tea
For some folks, Labor Day is officially the end of Summer, which among the folks in the Hamptons also means it’s the last day to wear white until Memorial Day, but officially Summer continues until around the end of the 3rd week of September. I always like to observe this official version of the change… Continue reading
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How to Relish the Last Hurrahs of Summer with Tea
Some parts of the U.S. have seen snow. And unseasonably cold temperatures. (There was also an early snowfall in northern India around the beginning of September.) And too much rain. And flooding. With such events going on, some of us are prompted to relish the last hurrahs of Summer with some suitable tea moments. I’m… Continue reading
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Leaf Peeping of a Different Kind
It’s that time of year when the leaves on those deciduous trees start to lose their chlorophyll and go from green to various hues of yellow, orange, red, and brown. Lots of maps appear across the Internet to guide you to the best spots for a bit of “leaf peeping.” A wonderful pastime. But here… Continue reading
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5 “Hot to Trot” August Teas Not to Miss!
The first half plus one of the year has passed and the eighth month of the year is beginning, a time for teas to beat the heat. Some teas and herbals to help you get things going: 1 Perfect for Serving with Ice: Lemon Black Tea – Loose Leaf Pouches A refreshing medium black tea… 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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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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Summer Solstice and How It Affects Your Tea Drinking (Sorta)
Woohoo! It’s Summer Solstice time once again! Even though the unofficial start of Summer is the Memorial Day Weekend, this is the official start – the day that marks the longest day and shortest night here in the Northern hemisphere (and the reverse for the Southern hemisphere). So, how does this affect your tea drinking,… Continue reading
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Father’s Day Tea Time
Time for another special Father’s Day Tea Time. You have lots of options and can select the one that fits your dad. Fathers are pretty special and tend to come in a variety of sizes and types. Around the world and through the ages, the role of dads in the lives of their children has… Continue reading
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5 “Fatherly” June Teas Not to Miss!
The sixth month of the year is beginning, a time for honoring fathers everywhere. In recognition, here are some teas that I would tend to think of as very fatherly and not to miss in June, along with some tea treats worthy of their appreciation: 1 Give Dad some choices: Best Sellers Sampler Give your… Continue reading
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