Growing up in Maplewood, New Jersey, I lived my entire life in the same house until I left for college. My father was an artist, so our home was filled with works of art of great beauty. I believe that’s where my love of art began. Although I’m not an … Continue reading
One of the things I love about tea is how simple it is to make a beverage that is at once soul satisfying, comforting, energizing, ritualistic, and often exciting. The key word here, of course, is simple. My favorite tools for making tea remain simple, light, easy to clean, and … Continue reading
With matcha becoming a big health trend and many venturing to make matcha in a more traditional manner, I thought it might be good to give some general tips on the tools needed to whisk matcha. Matcha is a fine powder made from tea leaves that are grown in the … Continue reading
The words “Boston” and “tea” seem to go hand and hand. When we talk about Boston’s history, some of the first things that come to mind are the Boston Tea Party and the unfair tax on tea imposed by Britain. The tax, of course, was the cause of the Boston … Continue reading
Each time I attend the World Tea Expo, I almost hold my breath as I begin to walk down each aisle. I’m always on the lookout for a wonderful new product that combines form and function in a way that delights the senses. The truth is that a wonderful cup … Continue reading
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a tea enthusiast in possession of good loose-leaf tea must be in want of great teaware (I do hope Jane Austen isn’t turning over in her grave!). Since tea was first imported into England, it has generally been accepted that tea tastes much … Continue reading