Author: Zoe Keeghan Title: The Joys of Afternoon Tea Date: 2021 It’s three in the afternoon, and I’m watching curls of steam rise from my cup of tea. It’s almost spring, but a winter chill lingers in the air. Wrapping my hands around the warm mug is comforting, and not just because of the heat.… Continue reading The Joys of Afternoon Tea
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Catherine of England, Scotland & Ireland
Artist: Khanh Anh Dao Title: Catherine of England, Scotland & Ireland Year: 2021 Description: It’s said that Catherine of Braganza - Queen of England, Scotland, was the one who has made tea become so popular to the Britain society. While tea had been a popular beverage to the Portuguese aristocracy for years, the UK still… Continue reading Catherine of England, Scotland & Ireland
Tea Witch
Artist: Zoe Keeghan Title: Tea Witch Date: 2021 Description: Women believed to be witches were often healers, and remedies (such as types of tea) were used for their medicinal properties. Tasseography (tea leaf reading) rose in popularity during the 17th century and became embedded in many cultures' practices. Today tea leaf reading as a form… Continue reading Tea Witch