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March 13, 2023

Irish Brands You Should Try

Ireland shares a culture with the UK that is somewhat similar but also quite different. Many Irish people enjoy tea as much as the Brits do. They also enjoy similar foods such as scones, shortbread, and peas. Let’s take a look at some of the fine Irish brands we at the English Tea Store purvey. … Continue reading

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February 28, 2023

Bara Brith

Make Wales’ most famous tea bread for St. David’s Day using this recipe. It has the same ingredients as our previous recipe but is now tailored to American measurements. 1 and 1/4 cups brown sugar1 ¾ cups of flour1 to 1 ¼ cups of dried fruit of your choice (I used a mix of raisins,… Continue reading

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January 10, 2023

National Hot Tea Month 2023

January is a perfect month for celebrating hot tea. January is cold, dreary, and drab. Each January since 2015 has been National Hot Tea Month. Want to join in celebrating National Hot Tea Month? Here some of these fun and easy ways: Talk about tea Have a discussion amongst your fellow tea-lovers about tea. Have… Continue reading

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December 21, 2022

Last Minute Gift-Tea of the Month Subscription

Celebrate the Holidays with Tea. Stuck on a last-minute gift for a friend or loved one? If you don’t have time or energy but need a tea gift fast, then why not gift a Tea of the Month subscription from the English Tea Store? It’s convenient and will bring lots of joy to your loved… Continue reading

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October 6, 2022

All Aboard the Butter Board!

You probably wonder why your social media feeds are being bombarded with pretty looking boards smeared with butter. Believe it or not it’s a butter board, a new trend that is similar to charcuterie and cheese boards that are skyrocketing in popularity. It’s much like a canvas where you can be creative. The best part is… Continue reading

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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