Modern tea : a fresh look at an ancient beverage / Lisa Boalt Richardson ; photographs by Jenifer Altman.

By: Richardson, Lisa Boalt [author.]Contributor(s): Altman, Jenifer [photographer.]Material type: TextTextPublisher: San Francisco : Chronicle Books, [2014]Copyright date: ©2014Description: 164 pages : colour illustrations ; 22 cmContent type: text | still image Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 9781452112299 (hardback); 1452112290Subject(s): Tea -- History | Cooking (Tea) | Drinking customsDDC classification: 641.3/372 LOC classification: TX817.T3 | R528 2014
Contents:
The 411 on tea -- The art of buying, storing, steeping, and tasting tea -- The buzz about tea and caffeine, health, coffee, and sustainability -- Tea ceremonies and rituals -- Beyond the cup : pairing, cooking, cocktails, and more.
Summary: It's a beverage, a commodity, a ceremony, a meal, a spiritual encounter, a connector of people, a drink of peace, a pick-me-up, a comforter and a way of life for many. As tea continues to rise in popularity, this comprehensive guide explores the celebrated beverage through the eyes of a certified tea specialist. From its sometimes murky origins to today's wide range of tea ceremonies, Lisa Boalt Richardson delves into the world of tea to create a fresh and accessible package for tea rookies and gurus alike. With tips for shopping, storing, steeping and tasting, plus advice for using tea in pairings, cooking, cocktails and home health remedies, this fascinating read is everyone's cup of tea.
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Includes bibliographical references (pages 158-159) and index.

The 411 on tea -- The art of buying, storing, steeping, and tasting tea -- The buzz about tea and caffeine, health, coffee, and sustainability -- Tea ceremonies and rituals -- Beyond the cup : pairing, cooking, cocktails, and more.

It's a beverage, a commodity, a ceremony, a meal, a spiritual encounter, a connector of people, a drink of peace, a pick-me-up, a comforter and a way of life for many. As tea continues to rise in popularity, this comprehensive guide explores the celebrated beverage through the eyes of a certified tea specialist. From its sometimes murky origins to today's wide range of tea ceremonies, Lisa Boalt Richardson delves into the world of tea to create a fresh and accessible package for tea rookies and gurus alike. With tips for shopping, storing, steeping and tasting, plus advice for using tea in pairings, cooking, cocktails and home health remedies, this fascinating read is everyone's cup of tea.

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