An elegant and intellectual work, The Book of Tea was written in 1906 by Kakuzo Okakura, a brilliant Japanese man with an early education in English. Through his intimate knowledge of Japanese aesthetics and ability to effectively communicate them to a Western audience, Okakura is able to discuss Teaism and its impact on Japanese culture, thought, and life in an informative and profound way. He develops this theory by explaining the history and universality...

Restaurateurs Haley Fox and Lauren Fox share more than 80 recipes for scones, cakes, sandwiches, and more from their charming and wildly popular Alice's Tea Cup restaurants in New York City. In Alice's Tea Cup, the Fox sisters tickle the taste buds with sweets, baked goods, and savories while divulging the unique tea-making and enjoying philosophy that has made their whimsical Manhattan tea spots favored destinations for locals and tourists alike....

This comprehensive guide details how to grow and process real tea (including white, green, oolong, and black). Make a fresh pot, sit down, and discover the joys of growing and processing your own tea at home. Parks and Walcott cover it all from growing tea plants and harvesting leaves, to the distinct processes that create each tea's signature flavors. You'll discover tea's ancient origins, learn about the single plant that produces white, green,...

"How to Make Tea provides an in-depth look at the art and science behind making the perfect cup of tea. Learn about the chemistry of tea; how to choose the best leaf; the correct way to infuse to achieve the perfect flavor; and what essential tools and methods are needed for brewing the most delicious cup at home."--Back cover.

"This guidebook will take readers through the art of tea drinking, a journey from plants and their varieties to tea-brewing techniques, tea blending, and finally profiles on several tea-prominent countries"--Provided by publisher.

Presents instructions for brewing and preparing the fermented tea known as kombucha, discussing its long history and health benefits, with recipes for smoothies, cocktails, sauces, salads, and puddings.

"In 1920s Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), a young Englishwoman marries a charming tea plantation owner and widower, only to discover he's keeping terrible secrets about his past, including what happened to his first wife, that lead to devastating consequences"--Adapted from publisher description. 1920s Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Gwendolyn, a young Englishwoman, marries Laurence, an older widower and tea plantation owner. At first Gwen finds it hard to adjust...

"Ribby the cat invites Duchess the dog to tea. Duchess doesn't want to eat Ribby's mouse pie, so she puts her own veal and ham pie in Ribby's oven to bake--but a mix-up ensues!" --

After injuring his hand, a silversmith's apprentice in Boston becomes a messenger for the Sons of Liberty in the days before the American Revolution.

Briefly traces the history of tea in India, describes the tea industry today, and shares recipes for tradtional Indian spiced tea drinks.