July 2014
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Monthly Tea Gadget and Offbeat News Report 21
There are countless suggested uses for used tea bags—from cleaning and soothing tired eyes to fertilizing plants. Tea has also found its way into art, including creative uses for tea bags themselves. But what about making your own tea bags? This was new to me until I came across this DIY guide to repurposing materials… Continue reading
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Exploring Silver Needle Tea
The best type of white tea is Silver Needle. It is a name derived from the basic appearance of the dry tea. The shape is like a needle. And the needles are silvery in color from the fine strands (called “hairs”) covering their exterior. But not all teas labeled “Silver Needle” are created equal. So,… Continue reading
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Tea and Cupcakes – a Natural Combo!
Slide over, scone lovers, the cupcakes are taking over tea time. They’re a natural combo, so much so that they are even served on occasion in teacups! [Note: You should not pour tea into that cup while the cupcake is still in it. I realize that is probably self-evident, but it’s good to caution you… Continue reading
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Don’t Tread on Britain’s Tea
There are a few countries whose citizens drink more tea than the British, though none come immediately to mind. For many of us, Britain still represents the quintessential tea-drinking culture—which is why a recent controversy involving tea at Wimbledon comes as no surprise. Wimbledon, the oldest tennis tournament in the world, has long allowed attendees… Continue reading
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How to Hold a Virtual Tea Party
A glimpse of a virtual tea party in action How to Host a Virtual Tea Party Yes—there really is such a thing as a virtual tea party. In a world where so much of our lives takes place online, it only makes sense that tea time would find its way there too. But while the… Continue reading
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Recipe for Slow Cooker Tea Pulled Pork BBQ
With barbecue season in full swing, but not always enough time to break out the charcoal and get a fire started; this recipe will make your day. Enjoy all of the wonderful barbecue flavor with very little effort. To top off this simple dish, it is infused with the wonderful flavors of Puerh tea (such… Continue reading
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Tea Catechins 101
With all of the attention to the many alleged health benefits of tea nowadays, you tend to hear certain terms a lot. One of those terms is catechins. Which leads to the obvious question – what are they? I have to admit that, as much as I write about tea, I wasn’t completely clear on… Continue reading
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Tea and Team Spirit
People get excited about things, passionate. Thanks goodness. Otherwise we might as well be comatose. It’s just good to hold that excitement, that passion, a bit in check and not go overboard. I think of this as several major and passion-inspiring sports events have come and gone recently: the World Cup, Wimbledon, and the Tour… Continue reading
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