I have discovered a rather curious situation. It seems that many people think that drinking tea in the summer time, when it’s hot, is unreasonable. Now perhaps you’re shaking your head in agreement . . . but I find that very confusing.It all started when Sandy and I were invited … Continue reading
The brilliance and duration of Chinese civilization are simply unparalleled in human history. Most people know only about China’s printing, porcelain, and gunpowder; we forget that China was between four and seventeen centuries in advance of the rest of the world in inventions ranging from iron and steel making to … Continue reading
No need to allow the high price of fuel to keep you from having a wonderful and restful holiday! Just follow the simple steps given below and you can have a stellar vacation without driving even 25 miles! It’s simple and inexpensive. Remember this rule: lots of tea + little … Continue reading
Imagine you and me, a cup of teaI think about it day and night, it’s only rightTo think about the tea you love, steeped just rightSo happy together.If I should call you up, or send alongA message to meet for a cup, a nice oolongOr perhaps you’d prefer Lapsang SouchongSo … Continue reading
Recreational paradise! You can hike to the top of a mountain; or to the base of a gorgeous waterfall. Or, you could ride your mountain bike on one of the most technical – and fun – trails in the state. White water rafting more your cup of tea? You’ve come … Continue reading
Editor’s Note: this post first appeared in World Tea News. Written by Richard Guzauskas For most of us, it’s a small jump from broadening our palates to developing a working vocabulary for describing and remembering specialty teas. Certainly we have the traditional tasting vocabulary with such descriptors as ‘bakey, harsh, … Continue reading