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Get Ready for Eurovision 2023!
Get ready for Eurovision! Last year’s ESC winner was Kalush Orchestra from Ukraine. Unfortunately, due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, the country is unable to host this year’s contest. As a result, last year’s runner-up, the United Kingdom, has stepped in to host on behalf of Ukraine. This is not the first time another… Continue reading
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Food For the King’s Coronation: Coronation Chicken & Coronation Quiche
You may have heard that there is an official dish of King Charles III’s coronation. The Coronation Quiche, which has a creamy filling of beans, cheese, and tarragon on a buttery crust. The King chose this dish because he eats 1-2 vegetarian meals a week and has a great love for eggs and cheese. The… Continue reading
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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
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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
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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
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Tea in East Frisia
Have you heard of East Frisian tea? You probably haven’t. With the recent celebration of Oktoberfest, it got me wondering about how Germans drink their tea. My research then led me to the East Frisians and their tea culture. So who are the East Frisians? East Frisians are a Germanic ethnic group originating from the… Continue reading
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Flavor of Life
After a long and quite interesting summer (looking at you Brood X cicadas), the fall season is finally upon us as the wind gets chillier and the leaves begin to drift quietly to the ground. Chillier weather allows for the perfect tea drinking weather. The English Tea Store has a whole new slew of autumn… Continue reading
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Burns Night Cranachan Recipe
January 25 marks the birthday of Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns (January 25, 1759-July 21, 1796). in what’s known as Burns Night. Each year Scottish people in Scotland and around the world celebrate the bard by reading his written works, drinking whisky, and enjoying a Burns Supper. Burns Supper usually consists of haggis, neeps and… Continue reading
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January Challenge: Go Vegan!
Happy New Year! 2020 was a hard year for everyone so we’re looking to 2021 with a more positive outlook. With many under quarantine during the last year, a lot of people have taken the time to improve themselves by learning a new skill or taking up a new hobby. Since it’s January, now has… Continue reading
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National Hot Tea Month 2021
It’s the middle of January and we have yet to talk about National Hot Tea Month! The first two weeks of 2021 have been a doozy so far so take your mind off things and do something with tea. Make yourself a cup to enjoy or do something from below: Try a new teaIf you’re… Continue reading
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