Gifts for Tea Lovers 2017

Here it is, once again–my annual Christmas gift-giving list! In my opinion, the point of any tea gift is to heighten one’s enjoyment of tea. These items should do just that! 1. Ladurée’s Tea Time: The Art of Taking Tea Ladurée is well known for their gorgeous tea and macarons, but they also have a series of books... MORE >>

National Iced Tea Day!

Happy National Iced Tea Day! As June celebrates National Iced Tea Month, I recently collaborated with Lu Ann from The Cup of Life and Nazanin of Tea Thoughts to create an E-book full of iced tea recipe ideas. Herbal, White, Green, Oolong, Black and Puerh–this little book has recipes to keep you cool all summer long! So... MORE >>

Mom’s Favorite Teas

In my case, it’s true–the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Looking back, I can definitely see how my mom’s love of tea has led to my own passion for it. Here are Elizabeth’s favorites. If mom is drinking a cup of tea, chances are it’s one of these 3 varieties. I’ll be sipping... MORE >>

Mooncake Brownie Bites

Happy Mid-Autumn Festival! Another year means another batch of homemade mooncakes. This time, these seasonal confections come filled with a not-so-traditional chocolate brownie filling and a hint of lychee flavor. To top things off, they’re complete with a mini moon center that’s sure to surprise!Although I love the look and idea of mooncakes, I find the red bean or... MORE >>

Tea & Cheese, Part One

Tea & cheese pairings are a hot trend in world of tea these days. Similar to wine and cheese, I first came across this idea while attending the LA Tea Festival in Little Tokyo a few years back. After sitting in on a tasting session held by Chef and Tea Journey contributor, Robert Wemischner, I came away with a... MORE >>