Some British Holidays You’ve Never Heard Of (and the Perfect Teas to Celebrate Each One)

Just when you thought there weren’t enough holidays in the year, you discover that other countries have ones you’ve never heard of. Here are a few from the UK that are probably new to you and that deserve a toast of the teacup: Twelfth Night – Yes, that Twelfth Night after which Shakespeare named one …

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The Tea of the Irish

For some mysterious reason March seems to be the time of the year when many people turn their thoughts to all things Irish. But seriously. Of course the impetus for all of this Irish-centric behavior is the occasion of St. Patrick's Day, an official holiday in Ireland and a few other points around the globe …

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