From this inside flap: What could be more elemental than a cup of tea? Whether enjoyed a t a formal party or savored alone by the fire, taking tea never fails to provide a few moments of calm, refinement, and grace. In these beautifully illustrated pages, you'll look at the art of drinking tea and them many wonderful customs that accompany it. Trace the history of tea from China, its land of origin, to England, where tea-drinking has become a way of life, as well as follow the odyssey of tea leaves from other faraway countries to your cup. Then delight in the drink's alluring accoutrement: gleaming silver tea services and fine china. Without ever leaving your armchair, you can travel the world in search of the perfect cup of tea. Visit a sumptuous Parisian tea salon, a modern tea bar on Boston's Beacon Hill, and a sleek New York emporium where tea is served Japanese style. Teatime offers a chance to deepen old friendships and develop new ones. Here you'll find many ideas for incorporating tea into a variety of gatherings and celebrations, from a light summer picnic to an elegant winter party. |
