What more could you need? Two of my favourite things books and tea...sounds like a place I could retreat to time and time again. Born in 1995, the Chapter Book & Tea Shop may be remembered as something a little different during the 90s. Tucked away in the eclectic area of Mt Eden Auckland Chapter … Continue reading Chapter Book & Tea Shop…
Author: The Tea Chest Blog
The Tea Chest Blog is a space for me to share my love for all things TEA. I have always loved the ceremonial aspect of making a pot of tea, sitting in a quiet space and savouring every sip as I relax and breathe. The history, traditions and beauty of tea make it such a wonderfully calming and sharing experience that I wish for everyone.
Butterfly Blue-Pea Flower Tea ♥
Steam rising off my cup of Blue Water Tea ♥ Blue Tea? Really? Yes indeed really and it is super good for you as well as looking that little bit magical. It is about as moody and magical as a unicorn you know! Brew the tea and it will be a beautiful blue colour, add … Continue reading Butterfly Blue-Pea Flower Tea ♥
Sunshine Bloggers Award Nomination!
What a way to stat the weekend with this nomination! Thank you to my fellow blogger Breakup, Makeup, Wakeup https://www.breakupmakeupwakeup.com/?m=1 for this, it has truly blown me away. Very blessed and humbled to be nominated, especially given that my blog is still brewing 😉 My understanding is that this Award is awarded to Bloggers by … Continue reading Sunshine Bloggers Award Nomination!
All about me; The Tea Chest…
I was recently interviewed by the Corporate Affairs Liaison with the company I work for. They wanted to do a little interest piece on employees who have unusual hobbies and interests outside of work. I was quite chuffed with the outcome and the genuine responses from my colleagues across the globe. It made me think … Continue reading All about me; The Tea Chest…
Kyka Cookies (NZ) Perfect with a Cuppa ♥
Kyka Cookies - Perfect with a Cuppa ♥
T Bar Tea Salon (Aus) – a little gem ♥
Don't you just love it when you discover something that really tickles your fancy? I travel a fair bit for my 'day job', and one of the things I really enjoy doing is using any downtime I have to hunt out some tea things....shops mainly ♥ It makes my time away from home a little … Continue reading T Bar Tea Salon (Aus) – a little gem ♥
How do you Tea? Tea Cup or Mug?
The Great Debate... Is there a right way or a wrong way to serve your tea? Tea cups? Mugs? Fine China? I know what I like and prefer, and I know what my grandparents taught me...fine china tea cups and saucers every time!! However, in saying that so emphatically I am well known to find … Continue reading How do you Tea? Tea Cup or Mug?
Gift Ideas for the Tea-lover you know ♥
Who doesn't love presents? Whether it is giving or receiving I love presents ♥ I feel the need to share my love of tea and what better way than to pop a few 'special' individually wrapped tea bags into an envelope with a wee card to say you were thinking of someone? I love the … Continue reading Gift Ideas for the Tea-lover you know ♥
T2 Tea♥ Heaven in a Cup ♥
I first came across T2 Tea in Melbourne in 2006, I was on a tram in the CBD and spotted it and nearly leapt off to go and investigate...luckily I didn't as I probably wouldn't be here now. I did manage to navigate my way back and be completely overawed by the beautiful selection of … Continue reading T2 Tea♥ Heaven in a Cup ♥
Masala Chai Tea ♥
Pulling the Masala Chai Ever been to a cafe or coffee shop and ordered a Chai Latte? You may never look at them in quite the same way again...Masala meaning spice and Chai meaning tea comes together as a traditional blend of hot milk, tea, cinnamon, cardamom, fennel and cloves. Creating a warming, spicy and … Continue reading Masala Chai Tea ♥
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