July 2014
-
Monthly Tea Gadget and Offbeat News Report 21
There are any number of alleged uses for a used tea bag, including various cleaning tasks, soothing your weary eyes, and fertilizing plants. Tea has also been used in various ways to make art, and the same goes for tea bags. But what about making your own tea bags? Well, I’d have to say this… Continue reading
-
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
-
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
-
Don’t Tread on Britain’s Tea
There are a few countries whose citizens drink more tea than the British but none of them roll right off the tip of the tongue. If you’re like me, when you think of great tea-drinking peoples throughout history you probably think of the British. Which is why the recent flap over tennis and tea there… Continue reading
-
How to Hold a Virtual Tea Party
Yes, there is such a thing as a virtual tea party! In these days where it seems that our entire lives are online, not holding virtual tea parties would be the odd thing. So, holding one seems a total no-brainer… but I beg to differ. It can be quite tricky, as you will soon see.… Continue reading
-
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
-
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
-
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
search
Recent Posts
- Get Ready for Eurovision 2023!
- Food For the King’s Coronation: Coronation Chicken & Coronation Quiche
- Irish Brands You Should Try
- Bara Brith
- National Hot Tea Month 2023
follow us
Newsletter
Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.
Tag cloud
Assam Tea Autumn Black Tea british british food caffeine cake Ceylon chai Chocolate Christmas Darjeeling Tea earl grey English Tea Store fall flavored tea Green Tea Herbal Holidays Iced Tea Loose Tea oolong PG Tips recipe recipes rooibos Scones stash Steeping Tea tea tea book Tea Books Tea Gadgets tea party Teapot teapots Tea Recipe Tea Recipes tea review tea reviews tearoom tea room tea time tisane twinings
blogroll
- Construction Gear Blog
- Flag BlogLED Blog
- Northline Express Blog
- Online Stores, Inc. Blog
- Safety Equipment Blog
- Safety Girl Blog
Tea Blog 