Tea Master Archives - Tea Inspired Life

20 Jun 2019

Not just “a cup of tea”

by LadyKelly | posted in: Cooking, Health, Tea Ceremony, Tea History, Tea Master | 6

A cup of tea isn’t just a cup of tea. A cup of tea is a meditation, a ceremony, a calming of the soul. To prepare a cup of tea is a ritual when done with intention. Choose the tea … Read More

17 Jun 2019

Lady Kelly: Who is She?

by LadyKelly | posted in: News, Tea Master | 0

I would like to use this post to re-introduce myself. Since publishing my first blog post life has taken many twists and turns and I have not been at all consistent with my content posting. I have moved, started two … Read More… Read More

29 Apr 2017

Our Recent Downton Abbey Themed Tea

by LadyKelly | posted in: Downton Abbey, Events, Fashion, News, Tea Ceremony, Tea History, Tea Master, Themed Tea | 0

I just hosted our 5th Annual Downton Abbey Themed Afternoon Tea and it was such a great event. Themed teas are always fun and give us the opportunity to be creative. At our Downton tea we have “special guests,” a … Read More… Read More

28 Apr 2017

Golf and Tea: A Great Combination

by LadyKelly | posted in: News, Tea Ceremony, Tea History, Tea Master | 0

Located a short distance across the Savannah River from Augusta, GA, we in Aiken, SC, are also caught up in the excitement that the Master’s Tournament brings to this area. We have the honor of hosting many of the area’s … Read More… Read More

28 Apr 2017

Yes! You Can Wear a Hat

by LadyKelly | posted in: Fashion, News, Tea History, Tea Master | 0

I own a Gourmet Bakery/Tea Shop called La Dolce in Aiken, South Carolina. We serve Afternoon Tea and High Tea as part of our menu. I’m often asked if hats are required for our Teas, mostly because so many tell … Read More… Read More

28 Apr 2017

What’s Old is New Again: Using Tea in Cooking

by LadyKelly | posted in: Cooking, News, Tea Ceremony, Tea Master | 0

Have you ever wondered how the foods we eat found their way into our diets? The need for nourishment was surely the chief impetus for much food exploration. But, think of all the trial and error that took place. After all, … Read More… Read More

28 Apr 2017

Tea Benefits for Health

by LadyKelly | posted in: Health, News, Tea History, Tea Master | 0

One of the most common questionswe are asked is “What are the health benefits of tea?” Tea is actually undergoing a revival in popularity, due in part to its reported health benefits. While tea has always been popular in Asian, European … Read More… Read More

28 Apr 2017

10 Interesting Tea Facts

by LadyKelly | posted in: News, Tea History, Tea Master | 0

There are different kinds of tea, but they all are derived from the Camellia Sinensis plant. The processing of the tea determines whether it is a white, green, oolong or black. All teas have caffeine, it is the growing, cultivating and … Read More… Read More

28 Apr 2017

World East Tea Expo

by LadyKelly | posted in: News, Tea Ceremony, Tea Master | 0

Recently I attended the World Tea East Expo in Philadelphia, PA. As I am currently heavily involved in preparations for opening a gourmet bakery, coffee and tea bar with my pastry chef daughter, I brought her along to participate in … Read More… Read More

28 Apr 2017

Tea Master Training

by LadyKelly | posted in: News, Tea Master | 0

Last week I finished saying this weeks’ post would be about the beginnings of the English Afternoon Tea tradition. Well, my week has brought other events (not unusual) and I’ve decided to share them instead. I earned one of my … Read More… Read More