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May 13, 2013

  • Tea in the Movies — “Around the World in 80 Days”

    Tea in the movies is a real requirement when any of the characters are British. At least, that’s how it seems. So, tea being portrayed as an essential ingredient in a civilized life comes as no surprise in a movie adaptation of Jules Verne’s classic novel Around the World in 80 Days. My favorite version… Continue reading

  • Why Teas Are “Broken”?

    Whole leaf tea vs. broken tea What Is “Broken Tea”—And Why Does It Exist? “Broken tea” is a term many tea drinkers encounter only after diving deeper into the world of tea. Before that, tea is often just… small flakes in a bag—something that vaguely resembles a plant, with little thought given to its origin.… Continue reading