A Nice Cuppa

Since January, The Yale University Art Gallery in New Haven, Connecticut has been hosting an exhibit and related lectures and demonstrations illuminating the importance, breadth and evolution of Japanese tea culture.  The show continues through April 26th and features 100 tea objects, some dating as far back as the ninth century.  Today’s New York Times […]

Serendipitea is raising their teacup this St. Patrick’s Day with a sale on all of their green teas.  What a wonderful way to celebrate and save!  Serendiptea is offering a robust selection of two dozen green teas from China, Japan and Sri Lanka, among others… all on sale for 20% off for a limited period […]

For the coffee lovers anxiously awaiting the arrival of Via Ready Brew instant coffee to their local Starbucks, you might have to wait a little longer.  That is, unless you are among the lucky ones located within Chicago or Seattle.  Chicago and Seattle residents are able to attend tasting events and purchase the product at […]

Regardless of the time of day or temperature outside, fruit teas can provide flavor and fun for the entire family, from toddler to grandmother.  Fruit teas are caffeine free, all natural, vitamin-packed alternatives to the well known black and green tea options.  Made from dried fruit pieces and often blended with herbs, they technically aren’t […]

These teas first caught my attention while browsing the aisles of the New York Fancy Food show several years ago. I had the privilege of tasting a few of them while speaking with Mighty Leaf owner, Gary Shinner.  His excitement over the blends infused the air nearly as much as the incredible scent of these […]

Valentine’s Day is just a week away and Sympathy for the Kettle’s Love Blend has the power to ignite romance.
Like chocolate?  Like tea?  Then the Love Blend is sure to please.  It is a romantic affair of chocolate and hazelnut flavors paired with black tea and then laced with rose petals.  Originally called Valentine blend, […]

Here’s a neat new way to keep your coffee and tea warm…. Cozy Cuffs from DbO Home.  DbO Home is a Connecticut based pottery company specializing in organic style and one-of-a-kind pieces.  These clever little cups and crocheted cuffs are sure to be a pleaser.  Each is entirely hand made, of natural ingredients.  Only a […]

Not just another tea blog, the aptly named Another Tea Blog is a beautiful blog dedicated to premium quality teas and the pleasure that comes with experiencing them.
According to the “about you” page, the blogger, Alex from Fort Worth, Texas, blogs about tea because: “I like tea, thought I’d write about it like all the […]

The internet offers easy access to a wealth of information on virtually any topic. It also offers the ability to interact with like-minded people on topics of interest.
Tribe.net is a great online network, not unlike the now ubiquitous Craigs List. Within Tribe you can post and search for jobs, housing and restaurant reviews […]

Starbucks has announced a new line of artisan-style chocolates with flavors inspired by Starbucks Coffees, Tazo teas and other coffeehouse flavors. The line is set for a nationwide debut this month and has been expertly crafted by Artisan Confections Company, a subsidiary of The Hershey Company. According to Starbucks, “the chocolates are crafted with high-quality, […]