Discover a World of Teas: Using Recipes from the Tea Party Book

Uncover the centuries-old secret of tea production in Southeast Asia - from China to Middle Eastern, European, African and American societies. Trace the ritual of tea drinking as it changed dramatically adapting to each culture's norms. From the precise tea ceremony of the East to the casual and regal social affairs of the West, discover how tea has been part of our diverse heritage. Learn about the revolutionary tea experiments that happened during the American War of Independence...
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Uncover the centuries-old secret of tea production in Southeast Asia - from China to Middle Eastern, European, African and American societies. Trace the ritual of tea drinking as it changed dramatically adapting to each culture's norms. From the precise tea ceremony of the East to the casual and regal social affairs of the West, discover how tea has been part of our diverse heritage. Learn about the revolutionary tea experiments that happened during the American War of Independence and the lavish tea customs of the British aristocracy. Finally, explore contemporary American tea venues and the endless variety of tea flavors, from Southern afternoon teas, to modern Asian-inspired tea bars, to Italian-American inspired dishes in New Jersey. Enjoy a cup of tea and learn the fascinating story of its origins with this book.