Indholdsfortegnelse for March/April 2025 i TeaTime

Lauren Purvis, owner and founder of Mizuba Tea Company, has respected the art of tea since the young age of 11. With a doctor for her father and a horticulturist for her mother—both proper foodies—the tea company owner was raised in Santa Barbara, California, in an environment that celebrated food and flavor. From fourth grade on, Lauren’s mom would prepare a mug filled with Bigelow’s Constant Comment tea for her daughter each morning, and they would enjoy a cup of tea together. Only in retrospect could the female entrepreneur truly understand how formative this daily ritual would be to her future vocation. “As you drink a cup of tea, what gets a spark in my eye [is that] it’s never the same experience,” Lauren explains. “You can brew the same…

Although tea is known to have numerous health benefits, the relaxing ritual of taking tea can be just as helpful in nurturing a healthy balance of one’s emotional and spiritual well-being. Tea lovers around the world embrace this calming ritual as a way to nourish their souls, whether they are escaping from the hustle of daily responsibilities or bringing loved ones together for a joyous occasion to sip a warming beverage and enjoy each other’s company. Maria Kordas, owner of Maria’s Farm, is well-versed in the healing power of a rejuvenating setting and blissful teatime experience. As a child, Maria always dreamed of becoming an oncology nurse. After years of studying, her dream came true, and she spent much of her professional life in hematology and the Stem Cell Transplant…

Joyful Teatimes “In Uganda, there are many widows, both young and old. They have suffered much from wars, AIDS, and poverty. While my husband and I were sent there as missionaries, I wanted to do something special for them and bring some joy into their lives. I planned an afternoon tea party! Friends in America sent me china, teacups, and teapots to use. We invited widows from many villages. We had 70 ladies attend. We set tables around my veranda and my tearoom. We covered the tables with white linen tablecloths and an abundance of tropical flowers, beautiful teapots, and teacups, along with trays of sweet bread, little sandwiches, and fancy cookies. We filled the teapots with Ugandan tea made with tea masala, milk, and sugar. As they came in…

Gluten-free Parmesan-Artichoke Scones Makes 10 Artichoke hearts, Parmesan cheese, and dry mustard lend terrific flavor to a scone that is unique for afternoon tea. 2½ cups gluten-free flour*1 tablespoon baking powder½ teaspoon fine sea salt½ teaspoon dry mustard¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese½ cup chopped artichoke hearts, patted dry1¼ cups plus 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream • Preheat oven to 375°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, dry mustard, and black pepper. Using a pastry blender or 2 forks, cut butter into flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in cheese and artichoke hearts. • Add 1¼ cups cream to flour mixture, stirring with a fork…

From the mid-1660s, when the British East India Company started importing tea from China, to the final London tea auction in 1998, London was the center of the European tea trade and controlled more than 85% of the world tea trade. Over the centuries, an ever-increasing quantity of tea arrived at the London docks, and a network of storage facilities, brokers, auctioneers, wholesalers, blenders, and retailers gradually developed throughout Britain. The history of the trade is fascinating, and a few determined tea veterans are today doing their best to save and protect at least some of that history and help future generations understand the rich and compelling story of the British tea industry. The Tea History Collection The tea industry in Britain dates back to the first very small import…

Pistachio Sablés Makes 48 Sablé is a French version of shortbread, adding egg yolks and omitting cornstarch. This gives it a less crumbly, more durable texture, sometimes referred to as a sandy texture. Sablé is the word for sand in French. 2½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour⅔ cup granulated sugar2 egg yolks1 teaspoon vanilla extract½ teaspoon fine sea salt8 ounces cold, salted butter, cut into little pieces½ cup finely ground roasted and salted pistachio nuts⅓ cup green sanding sugar1 large egg, beaten • In a large work bowl of a food processor, blend together flour, granulated sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt until uniform in consistency. • Add the butter pieces to flour mixture and blend until the dough is smooth. Divide the dough into 2 equal portions. • On…

My first attempt at blending with green tea happened 30 years ago after I grew weary of hearing some customers say they didn’t like green tea. I took it as a challenge to create a green tea blend that anyone would like, even if they abused the tea with boiling water. I called my new blend “Serene Green.” My recipe consisted of green tea with peppermint, lemongrass, and orange peel—notes that would mask the ill effects of over-steeping or boiling water. The aromatic combination continues to lure customers into the flavorful world of green teas. As a tea blender, I frequently receive commissions from art museums to create blends inspired by a specific painting. The color scheme of the artwork, along with the artist’s story, influences the ingredients I choose…

Pimiento Cheese Scones Makes approximately 10 Sharp Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and diced pimiento lend delicious Southern flavor to this plump savory scone that is best paired with dollops of clotted cream and red pepper jelly. 2½ cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon fine sea salt¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed1 cup coarsely shredded sharp Cheddar cheese¼ cup diced pimiento, patted dry1 cup cold heavy whipping cream¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, divided • Preheat oven to 375°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry blender or 2 forks, cut butter into flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in cheese and pimiento. • In a small bowl, stir together cream and ¼…

Steeped in rich and alluring history since its founding in 1733, scenic Savannah, Georgia, has become a fascinating juxtaposition of old-world charm with a vibrant art scene and nightlife. Take a stroll down one of countless historic avenues and parks shaded by a canopy of trees dripping with Spanish moss and then stop by any of the following five venues to enjoy a welcoming respite and a spot of tea, the Southern way. Perry Lane Hotel 256 East Perry Street • Savannah, GA 31401 912-415-9000 • perrylanehotel.com Tea and books often go hand in hand, which is why it is no surprise that Perry Lane Hotel’s delightful afternoon tea service is hosted in the hotel’s spacious, yet welcoming, library. Inspired by the colorful adventures of Adelaide Harcourt, a fictional world…

Condiments Lime & Dill Mayonnaise 49 Fillings, Frostings & Toppings Azalea Frosting 41 Candied Lemon Peel 41 Honey Buttercream 32 Sweetened Whipped Cream 30, 40 Whipped White Chocolate–Vanilla Bean Ganache 52 White Chocolate Glaze 40 Savories Cheesy Carrot Canapés 27 Dill Egg Salad Triple-Stack Sandwiches 37 Dilly Cucumber Canapés 49 Easter Roll-Ups 27 Egg Canapés 29 Fontina Cheese Puffs with Smoked Ham Salad 48 Herbed Chicken Salad Sandwiches 37 Smoked Ham Salad 48 Tomato, Prosciutto & Bacon Jam Tea Sandwiches 37 Tomato-Basil Mini Quiches 49 Scones Apricot-Almond Scones 47 Gluten-free Parmesan-Artichoke Scones 55 Lemon-Strawberry Scones 26 Pimiento Cheese Scones 36 Sweets Azalea Cupcakes 41 Coconut-Lime Blondies 53 Double-Chocolate Madeleines 31 Easter Cheesecakes 30 Georgia Peanut Tartlets 40 Lavender Thumbprint Cookies with Honey Buttercream 32 Pastel Macarons 52 Peachy White Chocolate…