Crystal

September 9, 2022

A Tribute to Her Majesty

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Her Majesty the Queen, Elizabeth II, who passed away at the age of 96 on September 8, 2022. Her Majesty dedicated her life to serving her people. Even before she was queen she was in the Auxillary Territorial Service, working as a mechanic. She was also a… Continue reading

Uncategorized

Her Majesty, history, king, Queen Elizabeth, royal, royal family, royalty, the queen
September 7, 2022

5 Teas to Get You in the Fall Spirit

Summer has come and gone with memories of summer vacation still fresh in your mind. What’s next? You ask yourself as you peek out the window. The green trees sway in the wind with a lone yellow leaf and you immediately know. It’s almost Autumn. People are excitedly bringing out their Fall decor, with pumpkins,… Continue reading

Herbals, Holidays and Events, Product and Tea Reviews, Tea – Black, Tea – Blends, Tea – Brands, Tea – Flavored, Tea – Indian, Tea – Other, Tea Enjoyment

apple, Autumn, Black Tea, blood orange, Ceylon, chai, cinnamon, fall, Herbal, Holiday, latte, Pumpkin, pumpkin spice, rooibos, seasons, Spice, tea
June 3, 2022

Eat Like a Queen

In the past 70 years we’ve learned so much about our favorite monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. We know her favorite breed of dog is the corgi and spends her summers at Balmoral Castle each summer. But what are her favorite foods? It is said Her Majesty is a very healthy eater and is described as… Continue reading

Foods and Candies, Holidays and Events, Recipes, Resources and Information

Biscuits, Black Tea, earl grey, Food, Fruit, Her Majesty, Queen, Queen Elizabeth, royal, royal family, tea, Tea Sandwiches, twinings
May 25, 2022

The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Celebration

February 6th, 2022 marked the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s accession to the British throne in what’s known as Ascension Day. Her Majesty was only 25 years old when her father, George VI sadly passed away while she was on a trip to Kenya. In the next 70 years, Queen Elizabeth II will become a well-established,… Continue reading

Holidays and Events, Resources and Information

british, Celebration, events, jubilee, lunch, platinum, Queen, Queen Elizabeth, royal, royal family, trooping the color, trooping the colour
May 13, 2022

The Eurovision Song Contest

You may have never heard of the Eurovision Song Contest* but did you know it’s been a part of European culture for generations? The annual music competition for Europe’s best original song only happens once a year which, to many fans, is like waiting for Christmas. From ballads to campy songs, fans find a favorite… Continue reading

Holidays and Events, Uncategorized

culture, english, europe, eurovision, Ireland, united kingdom
May 6, 2022

Ideas for a Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea

Celebrate the moms (or mums) in your life this year by giving her a tea to remember. Try our menu below for a few quick ideas. Berry and Citrus Salad with Fresh Mint. Slice strawberries, peel and section oranges, tangerines, and grapefruits, and add blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries. Chop 1-2 sprigs of fresh mint and… Continue reading

Foods and Candies, Holidays and Events, Recipes, Tea Enjoyment

afternoon tea, berries, Black Tea, cake stand, clotted cream, cream, fine china, Iced Tea, jam, mom, mother's day, mum, recipes, salad, sandwiches, Scones, smoked salmon, sugar, sweet tea, tea, tea sandwich, tea time
April 21, 2022

Celebrate National Tea Day

April 21 marks National Tea Day, a day to celebrate and honor one of the most popular beverages in the world. National Tea Day is mostly celebrated in the UK but you can celebrate anywhere in the world. Here are some ways to celebrate: Go to a cafe It doesn’t have to be British afternoon… Continue reading

Holidays and Events, Preparing Tea and Herbals, Tea Enjoyment, Uncategorized

cafe, cold brew, Iced Tea, national, National Tea Day, Queen Elizabeth, tea, tea tasting, tea time
April 11, 2022

Upcycling to Save the World

Every year, billions of pounds of trash are sent to landfills to take up space and sit there for generations. We can try to reduce the amount of trash being sent to the landfill by upcycling old things like teaware. What is Upcycling? Upcycling helps give new life to old items that would have otherwise… Continue reading

Resources and Information, Teawares and Equipment

april, Earth Day, Mugs, recycling, saucers, teapots, teaware, upcycling
March 24, 2022

Spring Time Tea Time

With the weather outside improving and most pandemic restrictions being lifted it’s a perfect time to have a spring tea party. Start out by setting out a selection of finger sandwiches of egg salad, chicken salad, or cream cheese and vegetable cut into little rectangles. You can group them by type or mix them up… Continue reading

Foods and Candies, Herbals, Holidays and Events, Preparing Tea and Herbals, Tea – Black, Teawares and Equipment

afternoon tea, Biscuits, bunnykins, Cadbury, childrens tea, clotted cream, creme eggs, devon cream, Easter, egg cups, English Tea Store, Herbal Tea, honey sticks, jam, PG Tips, ribena, Royal Doulton, Spring, springberry, tea, Tea Sandwiches, tea time
March 9, 2022

British Pie Week 2022

Welcome to British Pie Week! Meat pies have been a popular part of British cuisine since around the 12th Century. From March 7 to 13, 2022 we celebrate all things pie, from sweet to savory. This is the perfect time to learn about British pie, try new pies, or even make a new British pie. We… Continue reading

Foods and Candies, Holidays and Events, Recipes

british, british food, HP Sauce, meat pie, pi day, pie, recipe, recipes, Steak Pie, week

search

our stores

Tweets by englishteastore

Crystal

search

Recent Posts

follow us

Newsletter

Tag cloud

blogroll

our stores