“PINKIES UP” TEACUP CAKE

Did you know that in proper tea culture, it’s actually faux pas to drink tea with your pinky up? Personally, I notice that my little finger goes higher or lower depending on the occasion for tea. Play time with my nieces? Pinkies up, of course! Enjoying tea at a luxury hotel? Stay down, pinky.... MORE >>

Gingham Sencha Tea Cakes

As spring is officially in full swing, it’s all about the gingham this time of year. Because I love it so much, for the longest time I’ve been trying to translate this iconic pattern into something edible for afternoon tea. Just in time for Easter, I finally figured it out, all thanks to one very special ingredient. If... MORE >>

Ladurée Gingerbread

News flash, French tea lovers: Ladurée is coming to LA! In just a few short days, this iconic tea and sweets shop will be opening its doors at 2 locations in SoCal, one in Beverly Hills and the other at The Grove. And for those of you who don’t live around the area, not to worry–their e-commerce site will also... MORE >>

Burberry Trenchcoat Cookies & A Giveaway!

The last time I visited London, I made it a point to drop by the Burberry Outlet on Chatham Place in Hackney. You know how outlets work–not quite perfect, but still acceptable and sometimes pretty great! These Burberry Trenchcoat Cookies are like the outlet version of the real deal, the classic Burberry Tea Trench Cookies you’ll find... MORE >>

Raindrop Cake with Black Tea Syrup

A cake that’s visually stunning, kissed with the taste tea and almost calorie-free? Sounds too good to be true, right? I recently came across Mizu Shingen Mochi, also known as Raindrop or Water Cake. Despite its beauty and non-caloric perks, this trendy cake isn’t the easiest to find. After a taste, I got to work... MORE >>