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Teapot Decoration: Falangcai
Having developed a curiosity about the enamel decoration seen on some Chinese porcelain wares, I decided to do some research into the topic, and found myself discovering the world of falangcai. The enamel decorations known as falangcai , literally meaning ‘foreign colours’ were most likely named as such due to the fact that the enamels… Continue reading
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Should You Squeeze That Teabag?
The story is out there about not squeezing that last drop out of your teabag so you don’t get an excess of tannins in your tea. Is it true? Should you leave those last few drops behind or risk adding them to that perfect brew in your cup? The sentiments among die-hard teabag users seems… Continue reading
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Tea Revives the World
On top of all the hardships endured by the British during World War II, there was also the disruption of their tea supply. While that may seem minor compared to wartime destruction, tea is so deeply tied to British culture that such an interruption was significant. Perhaps the greatest indignity was the introduction of tea… Continue reading
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From Leaf to Cup — A Tea’s Journey
Knowing what’s in your teacup—and how it gets there—isn’t always something we stop to think about. But understanding the journey of tea from bush to cup can deepen your appreciation of its flavor, quality, and craftsmanship. In modern life, we’re often disconnected from the origins of our food and drink. We buy, prepare, and consume—without… Continue reading
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The Journal of Tea Science
Writing articles for The English Tea Store online tea retailer and blog and publishing a tea site of my own means I spend a fair amount of time researching tea. While I’ve learned quite a bit over the years, the more technical aspects of tea science are a reminder of just how much there is… Continue reading
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How to Go “Full British” at Tea Time
There are lots of ways to enjoy tea. None seems more emblematic, though, that the “full British” tea time. But how do you achieve that? Here are some ways. Use British-style Teawares British-style teawares are, by definition, anything that fits that tradition of the uniquely British tea time, whether it’s tea with a “full English”… Continue reading
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The Books of The Book of Tea
What’s the most influential book ever written about tea? Ancient Chinese scholar Lu Yu wrote one that’s said to be one of the first ever written about tea, but it’s not very easy to get your hands on an English copy nowadays. In much more modern times, the blue ribbon might arguably go to the… Continue reading
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Recipe for Pu-erh Pork Tenderloin Apple Salad
One thing I have found in my many adventures of cooking with tea is that Pu-erh and pork make a wonderful pairing. Throw in a touch of sweet to this unlikely pair and you will be amazed at the spectacular results. This recipe will be one you are sure to use over and over again.… Continue reading
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5 Teas to Get You Through November
Hopefully, you survived another Halloween and are getting ready to face that annual family gathering with more delightful anticipation than dread. No matter if you’re planning a more traditional feast of turkey and the trimmings or something more unusual like General Tso’s Chicken, lasagna, or shish kebabs, you’ll want some lovely tea to wash them… Continue reading
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How Many People Drink Tea?
The commonly accepted wisdom is that tea is the second most popular beverage in the world, after water. If you search widely online, you will find this claim repeated frequently—but solid proof is surprisingly difficult to pin down. I explored this idea previously in this examination of whether tea is truly the world’s second most… Continue reading
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