The Charms of Tea: Reminiscences and Recipes (Hardcover)

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The tradition of teatime has long been a cherished one, bringing tranquil settings to the mind, delicate refreshments to the palate, and warm conversation with good friends to the heart.

The Charms of Tea plays tribute to the elegant ritual with inspirational writings, recipes and special menus, and exquisite art and photography that set the mood for this very special time of day.

Share teatime with Lewis Caroll's Alice, Anne of Green Gables, Mr. Chips, and even Peter pan. Losr yourself in the writings of Henry James, Daphne du Maurier, Saki, Marcel Proust, and M.F.L. Fisher as they share their thoughts on the delights and comforts of tea.

There are nearly 65 recipes for making sweets and savories, including such classic teatime treats as Cucumber Snadwiches with Mint Butter, Currant and Pecan Scones, Sage Bread, Spiced Blackberry Jam, Raspberry and Lemon Curd Hearts, and Chocolate Torte. You'll learn the secrets of preparing and serving the perect pot of tea, the wonderful variet of tea leaves to choose from, suggestions for beautiful table settings, and unique menu ideas for picnic teas, breakfast teas, garden teas, and nursery teas.

The Charms of Tea, with its delightful reminicemces amd delicious recipes, is to be shared, savored, and treasured as the tradition of tea itself has been for more than two centuries.

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America's Victoria magazine celebrates the beauty and creativity that women bring to their homes and their world. Every issue is filled with inspiring ideas for decorating, romantic fashions, enchanting gardens, elegant entertaining, travel, and profiles of entrepreneurs who've followed their passions to success. Victoria speaks to the heart of women's lives. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 96 pages
• Publisher: Hearst Communications (August 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0688094325
• ISBN-13: 978-0688094324
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #130,194 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars A delightful collection of history, ideas and recipes., July 31, 1998

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A delightful history on the gracious tradition of tea from the dependable editors of Victoria magazine. This beautiful book also features ideas and recipes for creating a personal, lovely, and delicious tradition for your self. Tea accessories, various types of teas (afternoon, Victorian, children's, ect.), and how to choose your tea are included to round out this comprehensive guide to the relaxing ritual of tea. A must for all collectors of tea accessories, this book also makes a lovely gift.