British tea time
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Why the British Would Love Tea at Our House
Not long ago, an article made the playful suggestion that the British dislike the way Americans prepare tea. Whether that’s entirely fair is open to debate, but one thing is certain: any tea-loving visitor from Britain would likely feel right at home at our house. Although I’m American born and raised, I’ve somehow become thoroughly… Continue reading
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How Far Around the World Does the British Tea Influence Extend?
The British Empire, on which it was once said that the sun never set, is a thing of the past, but the British influence on tea drinking is still felt in many parts of the world. How far this extends is another matter. Obviously, tea drinking is still very much alive and well in Britain,… Continue reading
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How British Is Your Tea Time?
Tea – check! Scones – check! Is that enough? How British is your tea time? It needs to be more than just those two items. Gauge your set-up against a typical British tea time to see how close you come. A Fairly Typical British Tea Time The key word here is “time” since the time… Continue reading
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A Guide to Pouring Tea British Style
British tea time has certain traditions and mannerisms associated with it. Learning a few of these can make your tea time feel more authentic—and certainly more enjoyable. This guide to pouring tea the British way will help refine your skills and elevate your tea experience. Preparing the Tea You can’t pour tea without first making… Continue reading
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5 Things the British Do to Put You at Ease at Tea Time
The British have a reputation worldwide for being reserved and having the ability to put you at ease whenever you’re at their house or even out at some event, such as the annual Buckingham Palace Garden Tea Party, which I wrote about earlier on this blog. Two questions here: 1. How do they manage this?… Continue reading
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