Sharing our love for all things tea
Tea time? There are a few times through the day that can be referred to as tea time: the late morning around 11 am, late afternoon around 3-4 pm, or early evening around 6 pm. As someone with English grandparents, one of the things I remember most fondly was tea time with my grandmother. Perhaps…
As you may know by now, this is a very loaded word in English society. It can mean a number of things, from the literal drinking of it, to referring to whole meals and social events – and it can even mean gossip! Is it always just a beverage? For the most part, when you…
Where did tea originate? It was discovered in China somewhere between the 30th and 21st century BC where it was originally used as medicine. Then from around 202 BC, tea started to be used as a drink in China and different varieties were also discovered. Just 200 years later it was becoming increasingly popular in…
Wondering what time is tea time in England? It’s usually around 3-4 PM, when everyone settles down and has a cuppa to steel their nerves. Now, it’s worth knowing that there are two types of tea time, in the broadest possible terms. The first is afternoon tea, while the second is high tea. Both are…
When you’re making your tea with prepackaged tea bags, you might wonder how many of them you need to use to make the perfect cup of tea. The answer depends on personal preference, but the general rule is to use one tea bag for every cup (6 ounces) of water. Adjusting for Strength Preferences If…
Yes, tea leaves are very good for plants. Just when you thought tea leaves couldn’t get any better – because making a beautiful cup of tea is enough – it turns out the leaves are a great source of nutrients for your garden soil. So when you’re done making tea, you can use them as compost fertilizer…
Have you ever wondered what to serve with tea in the afternoon? It’s an awkward time between lunch and dinner; we all fancy snacking, but what should we eat? Well, afternoon tea tends to consist of light sandwiches, cakes, and a selection of tea options. What To Serve With Tea In The Afternoon Nobody wants…
Sun tea is a naturally delicious way to make and enjoy your favorite teas. To make this delicious drink all you need is tea bags, water, a container, and, of course, the sun. Once you combine these ingredients together, the tea essentially makes itself. There is no hard work necessary, and that’s what I love…
If you’ve ever wondered how to make an iced chai tea latte, you might be pleasantly surprised to find it’s not difficult! With some tea bags, honey, water, and milk and a little bit of time, you can easily whip up this popular treat in your kitchen. How To Make Iced Chai Tea Latte If…
Whether you’re a tea person or not, you’re bound to fall in love with the richness of boba teas. Thanks to the large variety of flavors available, you can get your hands on the unique and the most popular boba tea combinations and flavors that’ll make it impossible to keep your glass down. With so…