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Sensational Spices Add rich flavor to veggies, meats, and cakes with flavorful spice blends from Eat More Tea like Smoky Souchong, Oriental Fusion, and Tea Thyme, among others. ($9.95 each, teahaus.com or 734-622-0460) Tea-riffic Scents Fill your home with the delightful fragrance of Earl Grey tea, either alone or blended with white tea and warm ginger, in these soy candles perfect for any tea lover. ($16 each, bubble-and-geek.com) Sweet Spreads Top off toothsome scones with delectable jellies in unique flavors including Vanilla Chai, London Fog, and Secret Rose Garden. ($10 each, tinastraditional.com or 317-565-9716) Afternoon Tea Delight Buttery Biscottea Earl Grey Tea Shortbread Cookies are infused with the leaves of organic Indian Darjeeling tea and the sweet citrus notes of natural bergamot orange. ($6.25, harney.com or 800-832-8463) A Teatime Treat Satisfy…

Maple Leaf Scones Makes approximately 18 3 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons granulated sugar1 tablespoon baking powder½ teaspoon kosher salt½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed1¼ cups plus 1 tablespoon cold heavy whipping cream, divided1 teaspoon maple extract½ teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon sanding sugar • Preheat oven to 375°. Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper. • In the work bowl of a food processor, pulse together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt just until combined. Add cold butter, pulsing until it resembles coarse crumbs. Transfer mixture to a large bowl. • In a small bowl, stir together 1¼ cups cold cream and extracts. Add to flour mixture, stirring until a dough starts to form. Gather dough into a ball in the bowl. • Turn out dough onto a lightly…

Organic Honeysuckle Fig Oolong TRUE LEAF TEA trueleaftea.com • 713-218-6300 TEACUP: Mason Vista Brown “Enticed by the sweet aroma of this oolong’s dry leaves, I thoroughly enjoyed the floral and fruit essences incorporated in the tea.”—Courtni Bodiford, stylist Mountain Oolong Tea TEA FORTÉ teaforte.com • 800-721-1149 TEACUP: Mason Bow Bells Brown “I was pleasantly surprised to discover subtle fruity notes of peaches in this dark brew; it’s sure to be delightful year-round.”—Janice Ritter, dealer program manager Holy Smoke Oolong A. TELLIN COMPANY atellinco.com • 503-729-8511 TEACUP: Mason Watteau Brown “A strong, smoky aroma gives way to a velvety smooth tea that has a marvelous mouthfeel and a slightly lingering taste of toasted marshmallows.”—Lorna Reeves, editor Oriental Beauty GRACE TEA COMPANY gracetea.com • 978-635-9500 TEACUP: Johnson Brothers Autumn’s Delight “When steeped, the…

TEA sommelier Toast the birthday honoree with any of these delightful offerings from these fine tea purveyors. SCONE COURSE: The Larkin Tea Company’s Ginger Peach Black Tea larkintea.com • 304-707-0142 SAVORIES COURSE: Grace Tea Company’s China Keemun Spring Mao Feng Blact Tea gracetea.com • 978-635-9500 SWEETS COURSE: Harney & Sons’ Birthday Party Blend harney.com • 800-832-8463 Date, Chive, and Parmesan Scones Makes approximately 10 3 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon granulated sugar1 tablespoon baking powder½ teaspoon kosher salt½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed½ cup diced pitted dates*½ cup very finely freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese**2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives1¼ cups plus 1 tablespoon cold heavy whipping cream, divided • Preheat oven to 375°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and…

Over the last 20 years, tens of thousands of tea lovers have eagerly flocked to tea festivals all across North America to sample a wide variety of infusions, to purchase the best and newest accoutrements, and to learn from knowledgeable tea educators. Sadly, the 2020 novel coronavirus global pandemic brought with it shutdowns of businesses, schools, and large gatherings, including tea festivals. While most organizers announced their tea festivals would shutter for 2020 and hopefully reopen in 2021, Nicole Burriss, founder of the Midwest Tea Festival and the Chicago International Tea Festival, and Babette Donaldson, education director for the Chicago festival and founder of what would have been the 2020 Sacramento Tea Festival, wanted to continue to build on the momentum the tea festivals in which they were involved in…

During the months leading up to the 1773 Boston Tea Party, Massachusetts homemakers faced a dilemma as they vowed not to buy tea imported through the British East India Company. Every home had a teapot, and colonists were used to the comfort a hot beverage brought to a cold New England morning. What could replace their beloved Chinese teas? Desperate tea drinkers searched their gardens and orchards for suitable herbs and fruits to fill their pots. Rebellious citizens called these home brews “liberty teas,” which they steeped in their aptly named “liberty teapots.” The mint family proved popular—both spearmint and peppermint—as were orange bergamot, catnip, and pennyroyal. Leaves of raspberry and strawberry, lemon balm, verbena, and wintergreen were also favorite infusions. From their flower gardens came aromatic and colorful blends…

TEA sommelier A comforting blend, such as this tasty offering from Tea by Two, is a perfect pairing for these scones hot out of the oven. Order online at shop.teabytwo.com or by phone at 410-838-8611. Grandma’s Apple Pie Black Tea Gluten-free Apple Pie Scones Makes 8 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed, divided1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and chopped3 tablespoons dark brown sugar¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg2¼ cups gluten-free all-purpose baking flour*2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, divided4 teaspoons baking powder½ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon baking soda¾ cup plus 1 tablespoon whole buttermilk, divided1 large egg½ teaspoon vanilla extract • In a medium skillet over medium-low heat, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Add apple, cooking 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook…

Erected in 1930 on the cusp of the Great Depression, the historic Carlyle hotel in Manhattan maintains the luxury and refinement for which it has earnedmuch acclaim. From the Art Deco influence evident on its façade to the variety of dining experiences within, the 35-floor Upper East Side monument has been a beacon of opulence with a collection of treasures hidden inside. The high-end hotel, named after Scottish author Thomas Carlyle, has served as host to a number of notable patrons—from Frank Sinatra to Andy Warholto several members of royal families from different nations. With so much emphasis given to the auberge’s elegance and panache, afternoon tea is an apropos culinary offering for not only guests and tenants of the venue, but also locals and tourists. Those who venture to…

Dressings & Savory Fillings Apple Cider Vinaigrette 43 Cooked Mushrooms 43 Roasted Pumpkin 43 Glazes, Icings & Sweet Toppings Citrus Simple Syrup 27 Lemon Glaze 45 Meringue 47 Molasses Frosting 38 Orange Buttercream Frosting 27 Savories Barbecued Chicken, Mushroom & Cheddar Pastries 43 Cheesy Beef Pizza Turnovers 35 Chicken, Bacon, and Ranch Tea Sandwiches 35 Chicken-Chutney Tea Sandwiches 26 Curried Butternut Squash & Apple Soup 25 Golden Apple & Pork Tea Sandwiches 44 Lima Bean & Pumpkin Succotash Baby Bells 43 Mini Twice-Baked Potato “Mice” 35 Smoky Pimiento Cheese Tea Sandwiches 26 Scones Black Walnut–ButterscotchScones 42 Date, Chive, and Parmesan Scones 24 Gluten-free Apple Pie Scones 31 Maple Leaf Scones 33 Sweets Almond Thumbprint Cookies with Cinnamon-Pear Jam 29 Chai Spice Ice Cream 29 Chocolate-Vanilla Pinwheels 37 Lemony Gingerbread Cakelet…