Generations of South Africans have been enjoying the natural sweet and revitalizing taste of Rooibos since its discovery by botanists in 1772. Little did they realize the powerful and natural healing properties of this rare and unique plant from a small area called Clan William ,the cold, windy, south-western tip of Africa. Rooibos tea (redbush [...]

The Fifth Annual Victorian Tea, sponsored by the Houston Heights Woman’s Club (HHWC), was the best one yet. Guests arrived to a festive Dickens-like setting with many dressed in Victorian attire. Each tablescape was unique as the hostess provided her own china, crystal, silver, linens, and centerpiece to fashion a table for guests that will [...]

ROUND UP OF HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR TEXAS TEA LOVERS     Vintage Pressed Glass Punch BowlMimi’s on Main Antique Mall936-441-0002A fabulous estate items, vintage pressed glass punch bowl, cups & ladle. Perfect for your christmas entertaining! Visit for all your christmas gifts and decor items. ____________________ _____________________________   Wine Basket $-$$Mainly Drinkswww.mainlydrinks.com, (281) 867-1700Remember your [...]

North Texas NEWS Grapevine’s British Emporium Captures Flavor of the United Kingdom Tally ho! You’ll hear the Queen’s English spoken as you browse British Emporium – the nation’s award winning British store! Alexandra Evans and Sheela Kadam opened this charming shop in 1992 to share their favorite teas with their friends in Texas. Little did [...]

CENTRAL TEXAS NEWS Tea in Texas was saddened to learn of the passing of Quilters Guild of Dallas founder Helena Hibbs on May 11. Born in 1921 and educated at TCU in Fort Worth, Mrs. Hibbs formed a quilting group in 1979 that became the Quilter’s Guild of Dallas. It grew from 71 members to  [...]

NORTH TEXAS NEWS Six Unique and Historic Homes Featured in Park Cities Tour * (PHOTO CREDIT DANNY PIASSICK for all exterior home shots) Six architecturally significant and historic homes were presented in the 9th Annual Park Cities Historic and Preservation Society Home Tour in Dallas on April 2nd. The featured homes were chosen for their [...]

Chefs and wine professionals Broaden Their resumes and skills In Houston For many years, tea and coffee were an afterthought at top tier restaurants across the U.S. No More! As tea continues to become more popular, restaurants are replacing teabags with quality loose leaf tea. Typical Earl Grey and English Breakfast selections are being replaced [...]