Cup of Tea Blog

Welcome to the Cup of Tea Mini-Blog. This blog provides you with the latest additions and updates on:

• scone recipes • tea recipes • tea party recipes • interesting features or news about tea, including health benefits • and much more …

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Diet Green Tea with Citrus

Are you a fan of Lipton Diet Green Tea with Citrus? It's a big hit and you can make it right at home with this recipe.

Tea for Two Lyrics

Here you will find the Tea for Two lyrics from the 1925 musical No, No, Nanette.

More Tea Quotes 2

Enjoy more tea quotes 2 with a steaming cup of your favorite tea.

Easy Recipes for a Slow Cooker

These easy recipes for a slow cooker include a cheesy pizza dip, chicken wings, and a decadent chocolate dessert.

Recipe for Scones with Sour Cream

The addition of sour cream in this recipe for scones makes them especially light and tender.

Oatmeal Raisin Scones

These oatmeal raisin scones are quick to fix and light in texture.

NEWS RELEASE - Organic Iced Tea Launches in the UK

Kenzai Europe, a new soft drink manufacturer, will be hitting the UK market with green and white iced teas brewed from organic tea leaves. Kenzai plans to "give customers and consumers alike an innovative concept in soft drinks".

More Tea Poems

Find more tea poems here.

NEWS RELEASE - Coffee, Tea and Me Expo!

If you happen to be on the West Coast of the US in October you may want to get tickets to the 1st Annual Coffee, Tea and Me Expo. You even have a chance to win a two night romantic getaway ~ and all for a worthwhile cause.

TEA TRENDS - Make a Summer Splash with The Kitten Heel

One of the featured cocktails at the 4th Annual Drinks Show in Toronto will be the Kitten Heel, a combination of vodka, lemon juice, and chamomile tea. You'll find the recipe in this article.

Happy 4th of July!!!

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness. --The Declaration of Independence of the Thirteen Colonies, July 4, 1776.

As America celebrates this day, we also hope for liberty and equality for all peoples of the world. Being difficult times, I would like to express my gratitude to soldiers of all nations defending the rights of freedom.

If you would like to honor and support the troops, click on the link below. It will take you to a website which contains numerous links to various support groups. You can also find many more support-the-troops organizations by doing a search on Google or other search engines.

Thank you for allowing me to step aside from the usual. Pray for our troops and God bless you all!

More Tea Quotes

More tea quotes will keep you amused or contemplative!

Matcha Tea and Food Recipes

If you like green tea (in this case Matcha) AND you are looking for recipes (desserts) calling for tea AND you don't mind clicking on a few links, check out this blog. Find recipes for cupcakes, brownies, ice cream......YUMMMMMMMMMMMM!

Tea Quotes and Poems

Welcome to Tea Quotes and Poems!

Tea Time Etiquette Tips from the Past

Discover Tea Time Etiquette Tips from the early 1900s.

Old Fashioned Sugar Cookies

Have fun with these Old Fashioned Sugar Cookies - cut them into fun shapes and decorate with sprinkles or icing.

TEA TRENDS - Great News from the World Tea Expo

Check out some of the innovative tea trends that came out of this year's World Tea Expo!

Olive Cream Cheese Spread Recipe

Green olives give this Olive Cream Cheese Spread recipe a snappy taste.

Is it a shortcake, bisquit, or scone?

There may be a slight difference between shortcakes, bisquits, and scones but this article throws them altogether - and adds some herbs to boot! Still, you'll find some tasty sounding recipes in this article.

NEWS RELEASE - Combine Organic White Tea, Paul McCartney, and Starbucks!

Catch the latest goings-on at Starbucks!

WHAT'S GOING ON? The World's Tea Expo Opens Next Week

If you're a part of the tea industry, this Expo is a must-do event! Tea experts will head up workshops and seminars, top chefs will be cooking with tea, tea and tea-related products will be found at the Expo as well as a showcase of over 200 new tea products. Read more...

Capitol Hill Blueberry Scones

These Capitol Hill Blueberry Scones come from none other than the Capitol Hill Mansion Bed and Breakfast in Denver, Colorado.

Streusel Rhubarb Bread

The unique flavor of rhubarb makes this Streusel Rhubarb Bread extra special.

WHAT'S GOING ON? Stick Pack Beverages Helping Our Troops

A new packaging technology is bringing welcomed beverages to our troops in Iraq, including iced tea mixes with flavors like raspberry, white tea with blueberry, green tea flavors and more.

TEA TRENDS - Green Tea Skin Therapy

Take the anti-oxidant benefits of your green tea a step further. Check out this article on skin care products using green tea!

Recipe for Marinated Mozzarella Cheese

This recipe for Marinated Mozzarella Cheese calls for those classic ingredients of basil, garlic, and olive oil.

TEA TRENDS - Global Beverage Consumption

See how tea fares in this brief article on a six year forecast of global beverage consumption.

Recipe for Chocolate Drop Cookies

Here's a good old-fashioned recipe for Chocolate Drop Cookies topped with frosting!

Articles of Interest

New in Articles of Interest - Chocolate and Walnuts: Good Health

Chocolate and Walnuts: Good for the Health

Get a double dose of antioxidants with Chocolate and Walnuts.

WHAT'S GOING ON? - Tea! One of the hottest trends!

The expansion of the tea market in Knoxville is a reflection of a national trend.

Afternoon Tea Scones - At the Ritz

Here's a recipe for Afternoon Tea Scones - straight from the Ritz!

TEA TRENDS - How Would You Like Some "Zazz" in Your Tea?

Two women have combined their love of tea and the fizz of soda to create TeaZazz! Check it out.

Simple Simon Cookie Bars

These cookie bars, or what we always called Simple Simons, are quick & easy to make, and so absolutely delicious to eat.

So just what is EGCG?

We drink tea because we really, really like it. Or even love it! And if we can derive some health benefits from drinking tea, all the more reason to do so. But just what is this EGCG being touted about? Is it really beneficial? Here's one writer's review.

Apple Oatmeal Muffins

Apple Oatmeal Muffins are not only delicious but really healthy for you too!

NEWS RELEASE - Spice Up Your Health

Add not only flavor but healthful benefits when you use these five herbs/spices. Check out #5!

Frozen Lemon Custard

Try this recipe for Frozen Lemon Custard if you're looking for something light and refreshing.

Irish Soda Bread

Treat yourself to Royal Irish Soda Bread in authentic style.

WHAT'S GOING ON? - Hi Tea in Chicago's South Loop

A new tea/coffee store and sandwich shop opens in Chicago's South Loop and has students, families, and tea drinkers lining up!

Specialty Coffee Shops Create New Marketing Opportunities for Tea Industry

Find out how coffee retailers are catering to the tea industry.

Irish Scones

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Irish scones.

Bruschetta with Tomatoes, Blue Cheese and Pecans

Top your bruschetta with tomatoes, blue cheese and pecans for a delectable treat.

Resources for You

Check out the latest Resource addition - Totally TEA-riffic

Crostini

Crostini make for great appetizers and easy entertaining.

NEWS RELEASE - More Good News on the Health Benefits of Tea

This study finds that tea does NOT dehydrate your body and is good for you teeth and heart. Read more...

NEWS RELEASE - 2007 World Tea Expo

The World Tea Expo is one of the hottest trade shows in North America. Read more about this premier marketplace.

TEA TRENDS - What does the future hold for Flavored Teas?

A tea guru from the island of Maui answers a few questions on flavored teas and future trends.

Muffin Recipes and More

Read the new article with muffin recipes for Valentine's Day!

Recipe for Vegetable Pizza

This recipe for Vegetable Pizza is always popular when entertaining or treating friends.