The Importance of Afternoon Tea for British Royalty

a hand of a woman pouring tea from a tea pot

THE AFTERNOON TEA AND ITS HISTORY Although it is often mistaken as high tea, the afternoon is tea time with a meal served early in the evening in the working-class homes during the 18th and 19th centuries after a tiresome daywork. On the ‘high’ or main dining table, British people enjoy the … Read more

Types of Tea Parties

a tea set, with a tea on a tea cup

Tea parties have been a significant part of many traditions. In any occasion and gathering, having a tea adds to that feeling of elegance and creates an atmosphere touched with anticipatory delight. It’s also a time when you feel everything is just so calming and soothing, things are slower and simpler, and … Read more

Famous Movies and TV shows featuring Tea Parties

Black and white drawing Alice and Wonderland tea party scene

Drinking tea plays a big part in our daily lives. It is no surprise that Hollywood movies would also feature these scenes.  There are eclectic tea parties setting sad conversations and loud, colorful scenes for the happy parties. Below, we curated iconic tea moments in movies: Alice In Wonderland – 1951 Lewis … Read more

Items Needed to Have a Tea Party

tea party needs on a table: bouquet, tea set, invitations

Are you planning for a tea party for a birthday, bridal shower, family gathering, holiday reunion, meeting with business partners, or get-together with friends? You first need to list some things down and complete before proceeding with your grand or simple tea party. Think of what theme This is one of the … Read more

Ways People Drink Tea Around the World

Hand picking tea leaves

Different kinds of tea plants are found in almost every country in the world. There is no doubt that tea is one of the most drank beverages across regions and cultures. Groups of people from different places around the globe are accustomed to varying ways of drinking tea. There are hundreds and … Read more

Tea in Pop Culture Over the Years

Bottle containers in a shelf containing different flavors of tea

Being one of the oldest known drinks in history, tea has undeniably run its course through time, evolving based on people’s preference. From an ordinary drink people enjoy in their spare time, tea has become a staple in the majority of the world; because of this, no wonder tea has eventually found … Read more

British Tea Brands You Can Enjoy

different teas on a tea box

From our kitchen appliances to bags, clothes, shoes, and even groceries, we are sometimes particular with the brands we use. When buying teabags, note that there is 50% more tea in the British-style 3.1-gram teabags than the U.S.-style string and tag tea bags. It is because British sachets are larger, allowing the … Read more

Planning a Bridal Tea Shower

A table beautifully set, with a bouquet of flowers, candle, and tea cups

Before that most awaited wedding day, a bridal party is one much thrilling day for the bride and her family and closest friends. There are a wide variety of themes and ideas for preparing a bridal tea shower. There are classic and modern tea parties, but whatever it may be, tea parties … Read more

Amazing health benefits of drinking Japanese green tea

Amazing health benefits of drinking Japanese green tea

The world today doesn’t pause for a nanosecond, with the advent of globalization, industrialization, urbanization, and modernization; everyone is bound to have a very monotonous lifestyle. And with lethargy taking the lead in the digitalized globe, it becomes obvious to suffer from a plethora of named and unnamed problems; physically and mentally … Read more

Best Tea Organizers You Need To Know About

Best Tea Organizers You Need To Know About

People try different types of teas, and these teas change their taste buds. One person might like more than one kind of tea, and working mixed drinks gives you a reviving experience. Wanting more than one drink means that you need a storage thing to organize them. Because placing all teabags in … Read more

The History of the East India Tea Company

the rear view of the East India Company’s factory

When you ask people today about the most powerful companies that they know, most would probably answer Google, Apple, Walmart, Amazon, and more, which are the most popular companies in the present time. But have you ever heard about the East India Company? It’s a mighty profit-making company that once ruled almost … Read more

The Tea Trade Along the Silk Road

statues that represents the caravans on the Silk Road

The history of growing, making, and drinking tea can be traced back to thousands of years. Based on a popular story in China, Emperor Shen Nong was the first person to drink tea. He was boiling some water one day when the wind blew some tea leaves into the pot. When he … Read more

How Is Tea Grown and Harvested?

people on a tea plantation

Aside from coffee, tea is one of the most sought-after drinks in the world. Many people from different parts of the world, from Asia to the United States, consume tea. This beverage also comes in different types, and they are produced in hundreds of regions all over the world. Tea comes in … Read more

Which Tea Can Help Increase your Metabolism?

Which Tea Can Help Increase your Metabolism

Tea is a beverage that is enjoyed across the globe. In order to make tea, you can simply pour hot water onto tea leaves and allow them to steep for several minutes so that the flavor becomes infused in water. Drinking teas, especially green tea has been associated with several health benefits … Read more

Guide to Boba Tea

Guide to Boba Tea

Boba tea, sometimes called Bubble tea, is one of Taiwan’s most popular beverages. It is also becoming more and more popular around the world including the United States.  This refreshing drink took Asia by storm, as bubble tea shops keep popping up in almost every corner of the region’s countries. From Vietnam … Read more

Types of Tea You Might Not Know

Types of Tea

Tea is prepared by pouring hot water over cured leaves, tea is an aromatic and relaxing drink that is consumed all over the world since the 3rd century AD. There are several types of teas, such as black tea, yellow tea, green tea, and oolong tea. Did you know that other types … Read more