Invest wisely Jan 5, 2009
Different aromas are obtained from different aged teas and, for this, people are willing to pay handsome prices, explains tea merchant Wayne Thong, 28, from Cheer Ascent ... Not all teas can be aged; green tea is best consumed when fresh, and teas like Ti Kuan Yin depreciates with time ... Malaysian teas (those from China but aged here) have become a brand in itself and is high in demand, says Thong, adding that Liu Pao tea can also be considered for investment. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Great gifts for under $30 found in Newton Dec 17, 2008
Mark Thomson At $18 for three bags, there are scores of teas to choose from at Virtuous Teas in Auburndale ... Spend an afternoon sniffing though dozens of teas to find out which ones match your different friends. (Newton Tab, MA)
Unique stores New York City Dec 7, 2008
"Also worth a visit is Kidrobot at 118 Prince St., the Lucky magazine editor says. The store, which does have locations in Miami, Los Angeles and several other cities, showcases collectible and limited edition "art toys," from cartoonish 3-inch, 10 reindeers to foot-tall, two-headed furry creatures called "furillas," 37. A little farther uptown, Loehnen suggests checking out John Derian's stores, at 6 and 10 E. Second St. "He has an exquisite eye for one-off antiquities, curios and china," and... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Victorian tea parties offered in Pequot Lakes Dec 6, 2008
"I've always done teas in my own home for friends for the holidays," said Karen Struve, who owns Beautiful Antiques with her husband, George Johnson ... So Struve began offering Holiday Victorian Teas on Nov. 10, and will continue until Dec. 22 ... Teas are offered from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Saturday. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Make your presents felt: Spend time if you can't spend money Dec 4, 2008
Each month, they'll receive a small gift, such as a different type of cookie that you bake, teas, coffees, cheeses or other collectibles. Create a dress-up box - Find or wrap a box. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Unique stores and Christmas markets in NYC Nov 27, 2008
Look for accessories, cosmetics, home products, confections and teas ... Loehnen recommends the Kam Man Market at 200 Canal St. "I love their collection of teas," Loehnen said. (MSNBC -- Travel)
The Bargain Hunter's guide to holiday shopping Nov 13, 2008
The company's imported teas, teapots, ceramics and rosewood products have become a staple on shelves of the finest department, specialty, gift, gourmet and museum stores throughout the United States and Europe ... Highlights: The remaining inventory of handmade porcelain plates and cups made by a well-known potter from Jinde Zhen in China will be included in this sale, along with a variety of beautiful and elegant vases inspired by Song Dynasty designs - most priced at $5 to $20; handcrafted,... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Fall is looking golden in Maine's Kennebunks Oct 19, 2008
Choose from more than 20 teas or European coffee or cocoa. Work it off with a late afternoon or sunset kayak paddle with Cape Able Bike Shop's guided Port Paddle tours (207-967-4382, ) or indulge a little at Cottage Breeze Day Spa (31 Western Ave./Route 9, Lower Village, 207-967-2259, ). (Boston Globe)
Weekend calendar Oct 10, 2008
with coffee, teas, homemade soups, pies, stuffed potatoes and hot dogs and homemade soups. A Kid's Craft room allows children to make Christmas gifts that will be wrapped to take home. (Middletown Press, CT)
Newport in the Gilded Age Oct 4, 2008
They came for six to eight weeks, partied and had high teas, and then poof. back to New York or Philadelphia or wherever else when the New England summer faded. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Coca-Cola Zeros in on James Bond Sep 11, 2008
Globally, we are the No. 1 provider of sparkling beverages, juices and juice drinks and ready-to-drink teas and coffees. Through the worlds largest beverage distribution system, consumers in more than 200 countries enjoy the Companys beverages at a rate of 1. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Shop like a Southerner Aug 31, 2008
Sit in one of the large bay windows overlooking Glover Park and enjoy fresh baked scones, cookies, breads, and fruit spreads served with your choice of black, green, or herbal teas. Vineyard Gift Shop and Caf , 21 West Park Square, Marietta, Ga. (Boston Globe)
Lewistown Chamber plans events Aug 28, 2008
The business features fresh cut flowers, silk and dried arrangements, full service weddings, funeral arrangements, county wide delivery, antiques and collectibles, tanning, potted plans, balloon bouquets, tuxedo rental, gift baskets, espresso bar and flavored teas, old-fashioned candy, and homegrown produce throughout the summer. Every Friday from 1 to 5 p.m., fresh flowers will be reduced. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
REGION: Fitting 'slow food' into a fast-paced life Aug 11, 2008
Spice Merchant has more than 350 teas, spices and blends. (Photo by Steve Thornton - Staff Photographer). (North County Times)
Now's the time to pull out your old photo albums and reminisce Jul 27, 2008
We ordered Texas barbecue sandwiches and iced teas from a little stand. The barbecue was the best we'd ever had, the tea took the edge off the warm autumn day, and Patsy Cline's "Crazy" drifted from a loud speaker. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Sit and enjoy Jul 23, 2008
Most galleries don't let you carry in food or drinks, but Village Green Gallery (661 Main St., 802-824-3669) serves organic coffee, artisan teas, and homemade pastries. The gallery's main focus is still art, though, including the work of longtime photojournalist and co-owner Wayne "Nobushi" Fuji'i, who grew up in rural Japan. (Boston Globe)
Community Events Jul 8, 2008
A variety of teas and finger sandwiches will be served. Baskets will be available at a raffle. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
More of this story Jul 4, 2008
Open just a few weeks, it lets customers sample from scores of fascinating teas and a number of sandwiches and desserts. For about 20 you get a fragrant pot of tea from Sri Lanka and a three-tiered stand of crustless sandwiches, a scone, a piece of chocolate cake and a cookie. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Sip away at Americas best tea retreats Jun 13, 2008
The Tea Room serves new teas, blends popular 10 years ago and Victorian-age favorites ... Ruby can usually be found on hand, making sure her green, oolong and black teas are steeped to perfection, and cultivating a creative menu to accompany them ... Tea in Britain without a cucumber sandwich would leave guests disappointed, but he says that "America is such a melting pot of cuisine; were free to mix it up.Like their tea fare, Richardson points out the British are generally loyal to select... (MSNBC -- Travel)
Weekend digest Jun 12, 2008
High teas' to be held this summer. A series of "high teas" hosted by former North Dakota first lady Grace Link will be held at the Former Governors' Mansion State Historic Site located at the corner of Fourth Street and Avenue B, in Bismarck, from 2 to 3 p.m. June 24, July 14, and Aug. 5. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Where to hibernate May 27, 2008
Splurge on various high teas or order an Irish coffee or a polar bear (hot chocolate, sambuca and Baileys) while pondering the wintry tree branches beyond this five-star hotel's tall front windows. Bambini Wine Room, 185 Elizabeth Street, city, 9283 7098. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
May Days Shop Hop Apr 19, 2008
These two rural businesses offer a wide selection of quality antiques, country collectables, as well as a nice selection of quality chocolates, teas, coffees, and rugs of all kinds for the discriminating homeowner. The shop is located just 6 miles south of Iowa City on Highway 1. (Lone Tree Reporter, IA)
Victorian Tea Apr 16, 2008
I have given several teas at my house as fundraisers, said Alice Richards, a garden club member and tea party organizer. It s a fun get-together of letting your hair down and pretending. (Montana Standard, MT)
Oriental Gallery opens on Daniel Street Mar 21, 2008
There is genuine Japanese candy, exotic China teas, purses and wallets from Korea, and jewelry and jewelry boxes and posters. "I call my store the Oriental Gallery because the cultures are so inter-related in Asia," said Jin. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Vineyard Cafe in Marietta Feb 8, 2008
There are 11 black teas, four green, two herbal and two white to pick from, along with a list of tisanes. The loose teas are served in individual French press pots and poured into elegant china cups. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
A bewitching city Jan 30, 2008
A cutesy cafe, New Civilitea (318 Derby St., 978-740-2832, ) doubles as a tea shop selling hot and iced teas, herbal coffees, and tea-themed gifts like teapots. "Gifts from the Mineral Kingdom and Beyond" is the motto at Treasures Over Time (131 Essex St., 978-745-2330, ), which sells artsy gifts made from minerals, stone, beads, and jewels. (Boston Globe)
La Petite Maison has expansion plans Jan 25, 2008
The new space will also include a French Market featuring market baskets and gourmet foods such as Dijon mustard, Provencal honey and jams, herbs from Provence, sea salts, Brittany butter cookies, and French teas. Boston Home summed up the La Petite Maison experience perfectly in one well-chosen French word: Magnifique. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Blue Mountain Majesties Jan 25, 2008
"The societies meet monthly in the parlors and they're used for special occasions and teas," Benson said. "Sometimes they just gather in them to study and work on social projects.". (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Christmas in Lindsborg miniatures available Dec 25, 2007
The pieces currently are in several Lindsborg stores including Anderson Butik Scandinavian Shop, the gift shop at Swedish Country Inn, and Stockholm Restaurant 's Teas. The unique buildings and accessories also are at Anderson Butik Web site (www. (McPherson Sentinel, KS)
Time for tea Oct 11, 2007
Or try Teasmith in Spitalfields for a more contemporary approach with a Japanese touch ... But the best of all afternoon teas can be enjoyed at Peacocks Tea Rooms in the little cathedral city of Ely. (Suite101.com)
2007 holiday bazaars Sep 28, 2007
Look for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas decorations and ornaments, teddy bears, moose pins, quilts, jewelry, fun socks, American Girl doll clothes, purses, hats and scarves, salmon-stamped pillows, hand-woven baskets, moose and bear clocks, bear paw salad servers, cutting boards, cake testers, beaded salad servers, handmade clay flowers, stained glass, fused glass, framed Alaska wildlife pictures, Alaska Wild Kenai smoked salmon, hand-painted mugs, wineglasses and furniture, soaps,... (Anchorage Daily News)
Faberge and other things fabulous Sep 22, 2007
Other stars of the sale included a Belgian shaft-and-globe bottle in olive green glass 31centimetres high dating from circa 1660, which brought $17,370, and an enamel sign 91 centimetres by 61 centimetres advertising United Kingdom Tea Company's Teas that brought $12,100. Big figures for sculpture. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Check out these Southeastern fall festivals Sep 5, 2007
Candlelight tours of antebellum homes, teas and musicals. Roswell, 1-800-776-7935. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Today's Entrepreneur: Her plan for pomegranates bears fruit Aug 13, 2007
POM Wonderful last year launched a line of pomegranate teas. Tropicana launched a pomegranate fruit drink last year. (USA Today -- Money)
A house full of hominess Aug 11, 2007
Large gold-painted wooden letters on the wall spell out "eats." (Reeves thinks they originally spelled out "teas," but the new meaning fits better. On another counter is an old bell with an accompanying sign that reads "Ring bell for service.". (AZCentral -- Home)
Paris lives for decadence Jul 21, 2007
On the afternoon of our visit, a model posed for a magazine shoot in the courtyard; the bar hosts fashion teas on certain Saturdays, as well. Le Meurice, 228 rue de Rivoli, phone: +33 (0)1 44 58 10 10. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Weekend Guide Jun 21, 2007
Adventures with Clifford the Big Red Dog," through Sept. 23; Art Activities: Create With Clay, Build Your Own Car, Tot Time, Musical Movements, Radio Workshop, Professor MiGooch, Woodworking. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. $9 adults; $8 kids 2-18; under 2 free; $8 seniors. Parking $3 for members, $5 nonmembers. FRICK ART & HISTORICAL CENTER 412-371-0600. A complex of museums including the restored home of Henry Clay Frick, Frick Art Museum, Car and Carriage Museum. Daily tours of the... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
On the Job With...Barbara McGregor Jun 20, 2007
Thanks to Fern Clark, who helps with ordering cards, Joyce Gragg, Doris Haydock and Connie Kruck who help with general buying, as well as Chris Branstad who is in charge of candy and teas and refreshment, the job gets done. McGregor and her husband have lived in Boone for the last 30 years. (Boone Today, IA)
Tea Sets and Tea Brewing Accessories Land at TableAndHome.com Jun 8, 2007
TableAndHome offers a number of elegant tea collections from Royal Albert including Royal Albert s Rosa Flora Glass Collection, Flower of the Month Collection, The Rose Cameo Collection, The Royal Albert Collectable Teas Collection and the Royal Albert Royal Teas Collection. From Spode, the Spode Butterfly Garden Teacup & Saucer Set takes its floral inspiration from Curtis' Botanical Magazines from the late 1700's. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
New market is doctor's Rx for old warehouse Jun 2, 2007
Shapiro, an oncologist at , will offer a smorgasbord of services at 20 Learned St., including a caf;, a studio for salsa dance lessons and vendors selling all-natural meats and gourmet teas. He's hunting for more vendors to fill 9-foot-by-12-foot interior booths that rent for $200 a month. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Vista expert spreads word about using herbs, blossoms in cooking May 31, 2007
England sells soaps, sachets and potpourri online and makes all sorts of cooking oils, vinegars and teas for friends and family using different blends of herbs from her garden ... 1/2 teaspoon sea salt ... 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper or to taste. (North County Times)
* Tea culturestands tall May 31, 2007
It is a homey setting where visitors can calm the mind, have time with themselves and sip various local teas ... He is a self-taught specialist in old pu'er teas, and since 2003 has worked with tea growers in China's Yunnan Province to make teas in accordance with revived ancient techniques ... Compared to new teas, Chou believes old tea has a more cultural dimension X the sense of time lends the drink significances as a cultural carrier, and the tea's history serves as the starting point from... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Hot dish: At the Eclectic, dessert is the main course May 16, 2007
Beverages include coffee, cold and hot teas, Coca-Cola products and Jones Soda. Jeny Congleton said she plans to add slices of pie for $3. (The Daily Reflector)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: May 8, 2007
Mothers, daughters and friends are invited for an afternoon of fine teas, delicious treats, delightful company, entertainment and special opportunity items. Today is the deadline to purchase tickets. (North County Times)
International ferry run puts more people, dollars back in circulation Apr 5, 2007
Janet Thompson, owner of Janet s Special Teas in Sidney, said it is hard to tell if business picks up when the ferry run starts because she is busy all the time, but added that she can occasionally tell that it does by the different people coming in among her regular clientele. Thompson is an advocate for having the ferry season extended, saying people should always be able to travel to the island in ways other than flying. (Anacortes Weekly, WA)
Waynesboro College Club is celebrating a milestone Feb 22, 2007
Martha Mathias recalled attending the annual Christmas teas in Hoover's home at 227 W. Main St. when she was a college student. Mathias is one of a number of members whose daughter also belongs to the club. (Waynesboro Record Herald, PA)
Bohemia in the Big D Feb 18, 2007
The Latin cafe La Duni is typical; it serves renowned cakes, dozens of coffees, teas and cocoas, and the ABCs of Caribbean and South American cuisine: Argentine, Brazilian, Cuban. My Argentine sausage sandwich called choripan came with avocado, tomato, chimichurri sauce and manchego cheese on a cone-shaped roll. (Los Angeles Times)
Sweep your lover off their feet Feb 4, 2007
We love shopping at chic furniture shops and clothes boutiques, and we enjoy good food, cream teas and wine. We both like the outdoors and walks in the countryside and we'd like to bring our cocker spaniel, Zippy. (Guardian Unlimited)
Shopping Greener in 2007 Jan 8, 2007
Drink water or sustainably grown, fair-trade teas and coffees instead, or use a juicer to make fresh fruit juices at home. Toilet-bowl cleaner, which contains toxic substances like sodium acid sulfate or hydrochloric acid. (Suite101.com)
