Topic: Bedford

Time for Tea

I drink tea first thing in the morning. My perk up in the afternoon is yet another cup of tea. It is Catherine of Braganza, the Portugese wife of King Charles II (1660-85), we have to thank for bringing the teapot to ...

Hard times see the return of high tea

Tearooms across Britain are reporting that customers are starting to shun expensive chain coffee houses in favour of more homely parlours and cafes. William Gorman, executive chairman of the UK Tea Council, said: "Donna Lewington, who runs the Highdown Tea Rooms in ...

Tea Tips & Trends

COLLECTIONS Often one's first collecting endeavor, teacups frequently reflect family history and personal tastes. TEA SERVICE Specialty shops and many hotels offer afternoon tea service. SAVORIES Branch out from scones and serve tea with dim sum or spicy Indian dishes. GIFT IDEA ...

Tea Facts

Tea is the most popular drink after water. Hot tea beverage consumption is growing all over the world, especially green tea for its health benefits. The tea leaf used in making various tea recipes is plucked from an evergreen tree called Camellia ...