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April 11, 2012

  • Joining the “Save the Teapot” Campaign

    Intrepid tea reporter Bill Lengeman recently mentioned a campaign to “save the teapot”—reminding tea lovers everywhere that nothing surpasses a proper teapot for creating a truly satisfying cup of tea. I’m happy to join that campaign by celebrating the superior steeping power—and undeniable charm—of the teapot. My friend Little Yellow Teapot is fully on board… Continue reading

  • Taking a Bit of History with Your Tea

    It has become something of a tradition in my family to seek out both heritage sites and tea establishments when we spend time together. Fortunately for us, the two often come together. Almost every sizable National Trust property, and many other heritage sites, has a café where you can take tea and sample delicious baked… Continue reading

  • Archaic Tea Terms

    To say that deciphering tea terminology is challenging would be a considerable understatement. There are hundreds—if not thousands—of tea varieties, many of which have multiple names, particularly those originating in China. Take puerh, for example, which refers to a category of tea and is spelled in several different ways depending on the source. Even experienced… Continue reading