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tech-free friday: david’s tea

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If you haven’t tried David’s Tea yet, you don’t know what it is to live. It’s my newest obsession and there’s no wondering why: with over 150 types of tea, this  modern and sleek shop attracts the tea curious and connoisseurs alike.

With the first retail environment opened at Queen St. W. in Toronto of September 2008, David’s Tea has now gone nationwide, with two more stores in Toronto, two in Montreal, one in Vancouver and another opening in Laval come November. It’s a Canada-wide tea invasion, and 27-year-old owner David Segal shows no sign of stopping.

A few of my faves?

Strawberry Bai Mu Dan (Chinese white tea with a sweet strawberry aroma)

Cinnamon Heart (Chinese black tea with cinnamon, spices, and oranges… smells like cinnamon hearts and Christmas)

Swampwater (named after the swampy colour that the water turns, this tea is anything but icky; tangy and sweet with green rooibos, guava, passionfruit and candy sprinkles)

Organic peppermint (simply peppermint tea, but the aroma will knock your socks off)

Citron oolong (perfect for settling your tummy after a big meal, this tea is refreshing with lemon myrtle, jasmine, and natural citron essences)

mother’s day gift ideas

mothersday mothers day gift ideasThe most thoughtful gifts are the ones that come from the heart. While our ideas may cost you some time, they won`t cost you a lot of money. This Mother`s Day, surprise mom with something unexpected. Plant her a summer garden patch or perhaps host an afternoon high tea for her and some of her friends. Need more ideas? Check out the full story: Mother`s Day gifts under $25.

(The fab teapot, mugs and plates picture here are from Rosanna Inc.)

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my fave: tea

tea my fave: teaWhen it comes to tea, I’m a bit fussy. Although I’d never be accused of being a “tea snob”, I *do* know exactly what I like, and that’s a good, old-fashioned black tea. No chai, rooibos, white or green tea (the latter being a pet hate!) has ever come close to the simple pleasure of a perfectly brewed post-dinner black tea. I’m so excited that Chapters and Indigo are stocking one of my faves right now — Harney & Sons’ Royal English Breakfast. This delish blend of Indian black teas comes in individual silk sachets, and the tin is dying to be re-used as a catch-all canister in the kitchen.

 

Price: $15

 

Available at: select locations of Chapters and Indigo Books & Music

mighty leaf teas

mighty leaf mighty leaf teasNothing says rest and relaxation more to me than cozying up with a hot cup of tea and as the weekend approaches, I welcome the chance to sit down and unwind. Wrapping my hands around a hot cuppa and inhaling the fresh aroma of a perfectly brewed cup of tea seems to melt my stress away. This tea set from Mighty Leaf is a sweet treat for the tea lover and comes with an assortment of tasty teas to try: Breakfast Americana, Organic Earl Grey, Bombay Chai, Orange Dulce and Vanilla Bean. Mmm! I can just feel myself starting relax! Once you`ve got your mug in hand, start a new tradition with styleathome.com`s guide to teatime etiquette, plus find tips for brewing the perfect cup of tea.

Available online at: mightyleaf.ca

hermes teacups

hermes cups1 hermes teacupsBold, brilliant, beautiful. These Hermes teacups and saucers are gorgeous, featuring painted scroll patterns inspired by the intricate ironwork found on Spanish balconies …. who would have thought? I just love the boldness of the red on the delicate porcelain of these cups and saucers.

Available at: bluefly.com
Price: $198 for set of 2 teacups and saucers (left), $252 for set of 2 teacups and saucers (right)

Afternoon tea, anyone? Start a new tradition with our guide to teatime etiquette.