History of Tea
According to bountiful legends tea came to existence because of an accident…
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Fortnum and Mason: heritage of catering to tea-refined British palates
For over three centuries it has served as a Post Office, grocery store, supplier for the British soldiers and for the expeditions to the Everest. Since 2008 this eponymous department […]
Top tea shops in London: why you must skip Eater’s advice
London and tea have a rich history together. Sipping on an afternoon tea has been the local tradition for centuries. We found, where you should buy the best tea in London. From traditional luxury parlours to contemporary tea boutiques and corners.
The Tea Companion: Jane Pettigrew
A sip of history, a gist of tea production and a miniguide of teaware, give any beginner or a serious tea connoisseur a great foundation for his/her journey towards mastery of tea appreciation.
Best Japanese tea rooms in Tokyo
Serious tea lovers but also occasional tea-to-tellers may find handy my concise guide to Tokyo’s most noteworthy tea rooms and shops…
Higashiya Ginza: tea sanctuary in the midst of bustling shoppers' paradise
Higashiya Ginza is one of the top tea houses in Tokyo serving Japanese afternoon tea consisting of the in-house made sweets, Japanese pickles and small rice-based savoury snacks. For any visor sitting […]
Best tea rooms & shops in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is known for its eclectic mix of an East-meets-West tea scene. Rather then being a destination for buying tea, the city has been mostly associated with its British-influenced […]
The Etiquette of an English Tea: Beryl Peters
This pocketbook size amusing book is handy for travelers eager to entertain themselves during a short journey with tales of traditional English tea customs that emerged over the centuries of the tea’s love affair with Britain.
Chinese Tea: A Cultural History and drinking Guide by Liu Tong
The Chinese author Liu Tong focuses on chinese teas and history of tea from its early buds in China four to five thousand years ago.
Sketch: afternoon tea, eclectic design and Pierre Gagnaire's Michelin twist
The head chef Pierre Gagnaire, who is behind the menus across Sketch, is a twice awarded three Michelin star French gastronomic hero…