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Angie's Spoken Word Poetry project "Mrs. McCartney's Liverpool Limericks and Other Random Irish Haikus" is now available in the shoppe!
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A lilting look at the Irish poetic format of the Limerick, featuring whimsical verse about icons of pop culture, the 1960's and iconic places in Liverpool, London and "across the universe." An ideal travel (or bathroom) companion for baby boomers, their grandkids and fans of the Fab Four. The book contains the history of the Limerick, and the story of Liverpool, the Fabs and their friends, QR code links to people, videos, destinations and other stops on this Magical Literary Tour. Penned by the witty nonagenarian Dr. Angie McCartney and digitally illustrated by her daughter - the Digital Diva - Ruth McCartney,
Buy the print version of the book here>>>
BRAND NEW BOOK "ALL YOU NEED IS TEA"
by Angie & Ruth McCartney
The girls have researched the entire history and geography of tea to bring you the backstory, characters (including the PG Tips Chimpanzees), tea's international appeal, decorum and etiquette of dozens of tea varieties from around the world in this most efficacious compendium of the world's most popular drink. There is also a free downloadable e-book of recipes and full-colour illustrations, compiled by Ruth entitled "With A Little Help From My Scones" including some of Great Britain's legacy desserts, sweets and savouries, that have long since disappeared from the popular menus of today. You'll read about the origin stories of Tea in Russia, Boba Tea in Taiwan, Turkish Tea, British traditions and the world's top destinations for Afternoon Tea. Learn more about the Indian plantations, the people of the trade (Twinings et.al ), the rising popularity of South Africa's Rooibos, the early days in China and much much more. This book is truly a must for any fan of Tea...all you need is TEA!
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NEW!
Author & Illustrator Ruth McCartney is a passionate foodie, she represents several Chefs & Restaurants in the Media/PR field, and has researched traditional and rare British dishes for this book. Many are fast disappearing, and no known photographs exist, thus this tasty tome aims to resurrect recipes of yesteryear, along with their origin stories and newly created imagery for you to treasure and pass on, just like Grandma did!
With A Little Help From My Scones is a companion to her Mother Angie's global history of tea book, All You Need Is Tea, which Ruth lovingly illustrated.This 200+ page cookbook delves into the history, traditions, and recipes of classic and "lost" British desserts, bakery items, and Afternoon Tea treats. It even features a playful chapter with imaginary recipes inspired by the Beatles' song "Savoy Truffle," written by George Harrison about Eric Clapton's love for sweets. Order your copy today!
TEAS, BOOKS, & WINES
Dr. Angie McCartney ~ The Tea Lady
Having had high tea with both billionaires and busboys, notables and the notorious, Angie is well versed in the art of conversation with her common touch approach to life. As the only living Beatles' step-mom, she's always ready to regale with anecdotes of inspiration, humor, survival instincts, small business tips and tricks, backstage tidbits, and is interested in everything and everybody. In fact, once you've got the kettle on for some of her truly astonishing teas, why don't you treat yourself to a signed copy of her first (hardback) book?
Angie is featuring a myriad of fab flavours of Organic and Fair Trade Teas for you to enjoy - you can find them by clicking on the "Shoppe" above. We have STRONG British Breakfast (be warned, your spoon might stand up in the cup but we also have a decaf version); 50 Shades of Earl Grey (if you're feeling naughtea); Strawberry Green Fields (forever); Blue Jay Blueberry (a black tea with organic blueberries) ; Liverpool Red a Rooibos with Herbs de Provence (if South Africa and Southern France had a baby this would be it!); Golden Slumbers (a green tea with a cheeky little toasted puffy rice); Rockstar Rescue (a throat soothing, after show tea).
Recently, we've expanded our inventory with bold new flavours: Penny Lane Peppermint, Abbey Road Apple, Maharishi Peach and we've added MopTop Maple, Flu Fighter, Magical Mint, Prudence Plum and Lucy Lemon to the store.
Also, we've just released our new Tea Flavour Book! You can see all our tea flavours in one PDF. Download now!
THERE ARE FACES I REMEMBER
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ONLY 1001 BOXED HARD COVER BOOKS PRESSED
Cover by Shannon and 168 Digital Paintings of the celebroties and subject by Ruth McCartney
It is my pleasure to introduce you to my latest book. This is a personal look at some of the Fabs, their friends and family members who have crossed my path in the last six decades. All 168 of them. 114 you’ll find in the printed version and you’ll get an e-book passcode to access the other 54 folks who are an important, late-breaking part of the news!
I am writing about people whom I was fortunate to meet as a result of “marrying into the family” – The Beatles family – to be exact. That happened when I wed Jim McCartney, Paul’s dad, in November, 1964. My first real adventure into their world was our honeymoon in Nassau in the Bahamas in early 1965, where we watched the boys filming scenes for their HELP! movie. What a trip that was. Alistair “Mr. Fixit” Taylor made all the arrangements, and then it was “up, up and away.”
There are, of course, other people who loomed large in the history of The Beatles. However, I am only writing about people whom I actually met. For example, I was never fortunate enough to have met Stuart Sutcliffe. I had a lovely friendship with Stuart’s sister, Pauline, and her partner, Diane Vitale. Sadly, Pauline is no longer with us but Diane is continuing to take care of the Stuart Sutcliffe Foundation and working dilligently to keep his memory and his legacy alive. We are keeping in touch on the subject. And it may be a surprise for you to know that despite all these years having flown by, I have never personally communicated with Yoko.
When I look back on my life (and The Faces I Remember), I am grateful for experiences and friendships made, and the music shared, which I know will go on into the sunset.
I contacted the “usual suspects” with a few Q & A’s to add to the book, and those who responded are included at the end of their respective chapters. A little inside information, straight from the horses’ mouths!
TICKET TO RIDE
Headed to Liverpool , London, Hamburg, New York or LA? Then you must take a copy of TICKET TO RIDE, a Day Tripper's Guide to Legendary Beatle Locations in Liverpool, London, Hamburg,New York and LA and all the Beatle spots to be sure to visit. Each chapter comes with a QR code to scan for more information, links and videos.
With a foreword by Beatles Fan Club Secretary Freda Kelly, this is backpack must have for any travelling Beatle Fan.
Dr. Angie's Book YOUR MOTHER SHOULD KNOW is also available in The Shoppe!
From the Publisher...
"Your Mother Should Know" is Angie McCartney's collection of stores about her life (and her daughter Ruth's life) as Paul McCartney's step mother. Her stories and musings are funny, romantic, sad, positive, inspirational, wise, witty, and simply fascinating. Now 93 years old, Angie takes you from her beginnings in Liverpool during World War II, through her romance with Paul's father Jim, Beatlemania, to life after The Beatles in Australia, Germany, Nashville, and Los Angeles. Angie's book has QR codes included throughout the book, making it a fun and interactive read.
Visit the shoppe and get your personalized autographed copy from Dr. Angie McCartney!
MRS. McCARTNEYS DESSERT WINES & COCKTAIL MIXERS
Mrs. McCartney's award-winning Wines are sweet & sassy, just like Dr. Angie herself. Made with wine grapes from Napa and Sonoma in California and blended with peaches, apples, blueberries, blackberries and strawberries from rural Texas by Clear Creek Winery in Kemah, these flavors are ideal with brunch, high tea, after dinner as a dessert wine or even as an ingredient in your favorite cocktail. Now Angie's saying "bottoms up" to you and yours!
TEAFLIX TUESDAYS
Don't miss Dr. Angie McCartney's TEAFLIX Tuesdays chat show with fascinating guests from Beatles world, pop culture, philosophy, Chefs, Authors, Artists and more....
For latest episodes, click here!
How You're Helping
All of the flavours are Organic and Fair Trade Teas ~ you can find them by clicking on the "Store" above, and each purchase will directly benefit the Linda McCartney Breast Cancer Research Centre in Liverpool, UK as Angie firmly believes that charity begins at home. At 93, and as feisty as ever, Angie still has major plans to take over the world.