The Pleasures of Tea: Recipes & Rituals [Hardcover]

Kim Waller (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 31, 2001

Celebrate the delights of this nectar of the gods. More than 35 recipes for tea-related confections and parties help you plan special and fun occasions—including a wedding shower tea, Christmas tea, and tea party for children. Find out about pretty teacups and pots; about the business of tea (from the owner of a tea salon, a tea blender, and a tea grower); and explore the charming lore of this ancient potation.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: Hearst (December 31, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1588161862
• ISBN-13: 978-1588161864
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,616,133 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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61 of 61 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful to look at, not much to read and linger over, June 20, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Pleasures of Tea: Recipes & Rituals (Hardcover)

This book is gorgeous to look at just like Victoria magazine, but the content is not very substantial. It makes a good book for a cozy tea table, but for recipes or other information you might want to look elsewhere.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A pleasure to browse, March 15, 2001

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Dera R Williams (Oakland, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pleasures of Tea: Recipes & Rituals (Hardcover)

This colorful book is a good resource for the kinds of china used in serving tea and the different kinds of teapots for collectors. The beauty of wedgewood and chintz are brought to life. A key tip for me is if a teacup is stamped "England" instead of "Made in England" is was made before 1908. The recipes were in my opinion while not numerous were varied and unique. I especially enjoyed the features: A Tea Lover's Home, The Accoutrements of Tea, Visit a Tearoom; and interviews: A Tea Salon Owner and A Tea Grower. Tnere is a celebrations section with a set up for a children's tea. This book is a definite coffe table (or tea table) must for tea lovers and collectors.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tea Party Ideas, April 1, 2008

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Rebecca Johnson "The Rebecca Review" (Washington State) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Pleasures of Tea: Recipes & Rituals (Hardcover)

"The Pleasures of Tea: Recipes and Rituals" is a perfect book to give as a gift along with a favorite tea and maybe some homemade cookies. While the exquisite photographs are the highlight of the book, there are also 35 recipes to enjoy. You may want to try the following recipes:

Rhubarb and Ginger Jam
Zucchini-Pistachio Bread with Vanilla Frosting
Leek and Mushroom Tart
Strawberry Iced Tea
Smoked Salmon Canapes
Rose Petal Scones
Cucumber-Basil Tea Sandwiches
Orange-Clove Tea

Among the beautiful pages there are also tidbits to enjoy. One section explains how tea leaves are harvested, while another gives cozy book recommendations. There are a few tips for making tea more delicious and ideas for a variety of tea parties. I especially enjoyed reading about the picnic tea party, which can be enjoyed at any time of the year.

~The Rebecca Review