Tea Stories
A Russian cuppa August 29 2015
I remember that, when I was touring Russia & Siberia in my capacity as "Momager" to daughter Ruth during her performing days, whenever our hosts knew we were English, they would always insist on making us tea (if not vodka), and as milk was an unavailable commodity, we were always treated to a heaped spoonful of red jam, to sweeten the brew. It tasted weird to me at first, but I gradually became used to it. The only people who were permitted to have milk were babies and old folks. I never saw a cow anywhere during our travels. Evidently, they are kept behind closed doors, for their protection, from the milk hustlers!Tea Boot Camps August 28 2015
I hear that tea is now becoming even more popular in the United States, to the extent that some groups are planning to run Tea Boot Camps around the country. This should be interesting. Whereas, being English born, tea comes as naturally as breathing, yet to people in many other parts of the world, it is still something to be discovered and learned about. I am optimistic that these events will lead to an even greater amount of folks who appreciate tea in all its forms. We're never too old to learn.
Tea has its way of soothing, calming, and relaxing August 25 2015
I find that my first cup of tea, early morning, gives me that "get up and go" feeling, and is usually followed pretty smartly by a second cup. My personal favourite is English Breakfast - the habit of a lifetime, I guess. As the day wears on, I usually quaff a couple of cups of other flavours, such as Penny Lane Peppermint, and my new afternoon favourite, Maharishi Peach, usually accompanied by a couple of "suggestive" biscuits! There's no doubt that, for me, the four o'clock hour really is the magic time for a pick-me-up, encouraging me to stagger through another couple of hours of online adventures. I so enjoy hearing from many of my 5,000 Facebook friends about their preferences, and we are working with our supplier on adding some new blends in the very near future.
Water for Tea August 22 2015
Many Tea Masters will say:'Your tea will only be as good as your water.' So begin by bringing filtered or spring water to a boil, (or for most of us, just good old plain tap water), and then allow it to cool for a moment to different temperatures depending on the type of tea, such as Black Tea, Green Tea, Oolong and so on. Place tea or teabag into the cup or pot and pour hot water onto it. Let it stand for 3 to 6 minutes, or until you find the right taste for your palate, depending on the strength you like. Add whatever you prefer, milk, sugar, honey, lemon etc. Now sit back, and enjoy!
What a litle Tea bag can do August 21 2015
Save your used green tea bags and place them on your tired eyes during that afternoon nap, they are so soothing.Texas Tea! August 19 2015
We are delighted that Chef David Skinner of eculent Restaurant in Kemah, TX has invited us back to do two more evenings of Dinner With The McCartneys on October 16 and 17, when we will serve Mrs. McCartney's Wines and Mrs. McCartney's Teas, and be able to donate to the Linda McCartney Breast Cancer Centre in Liverpool, as we did last time we had an event in July. David is busy working on the creation of the wines which will match several of the tea flavours.GaY August 18 2015
The very talented Howard Freeman of Las Vegas has designed the labels for my upcoming line of Mrs McCartney's Wines, and we are also using the graphic for my weekly blogs on LA.buzz. I am so pleased to be working with Howard, who has designed a great number of projects, and contributed to children's books and many other ventures. You can check him on on Facebook. He is so clever - I don't have any wrinkles.Downton Abbey August 17 2015
Although the final series on TV is a long way off, I hear of folks who are already planning themed costume parties to celebrate the opening night, some of which include High Tea (although we will be watching the show at more like suppertime), and not only the expat Brits in Los Angeles, but the natives too are besotted with the old world charm of such occasions. It takes us back to a time when we really had time. I think that's part of the charm.Arizona here we come... August 16 2015
I am excited to be serving Afternoon Tea at AZ Republic Food & Wine event in Scottsdale, Arizona in November, and telling Tea stories. We will also be taking part in seminars to tell folks about the history of tea ceremonies from ancient times, and the origins of many flavours, there is always so much to learn about tea.
www.azcentralfoodandwineexperience.com
Care for a snifter of Mrs McCartney's Wine with your Afternoon Tea? August 15 2015
An Award Winning winemaker is producing table wines to match several of my flavours, such as Abbey Road Apple, Penny Lane Peppermint and Maharishi Peach to accompany your tea and delicacies. These should be available in the next month or two and I will be writing more about it then.Country Club Comestibles August 14 2015
I am working with the Designer of a Country Club who plans to feature Afternoon Teas with my products. This is an exciting new venture for me, and we are looking at table settings, china, cake stands, sugar tongs, and the many items that constitute a traditional setting for this delightful, relaxing ceremony.Mother's Day in USA, Europe & Australia, 10th May 2015 May 10 2015
To all you much loved Moms whose kids have ordered tea for Mother's Day, I hope you waken up to a nice cuppa in bed, (which is what I'm hoping for). Hint! Hint!Angie talks Tea on Mother's Day, 10th May, with Brooke Halpin on 97.5 KBU, radiomalibu.net May 05 2015
Angie will be with Brooke Halpin talking about Tea and Beatles stories. So put the kettle on and tune in.Blueberry Meanie May 05 2015
G'Day! I have a repeat customer in New South Wales, Australia, who is buying scads of Blueberry Meanie and she tells me that she can't stop drinking it.
LaZarrewines.com are promoting my Teas March 30 2015
www.lazarrewines.com have just sent out their newsletter, linking to my teas as a good way to start the day, before proceeding on to their very fine wines.More donations for the Linda McCartney Breast Cancer Research Centre March 30 2015
We have been invited to participate in a two night "Cooking With The McCartneys" event at a high end restaurant in Texas in June, including Mrs. McCartney's Teas, and the owners plan to make a donation to our favourite Charity from the proceeds. I will send more information as it becomes available, and of course, photos of the event.Donations for the Linda McCartney Centre in Liverpool March 25 2015
Mike Roach, Proprietor of The Canyon Coffee Club (and now Tea) house in Zillah, WA ,has just taken part in a silent auction and raised over $200 for the Linda McCartney Breast Cancer Center in Liverpool, which included a selection of my teabags, along with some of his own yummy baked goodies and coffee. I hope to make a trip to visit him in the not too distant future. Mike's Father, Kevin, is the author of several Beatles related books from his home on Merseyside. It really seems like the world is getting smaller.The Austrians are loving my teas March 16 2015
Here in Vienna, my teas are a great success, particularly 50 Shades of Earl Grey. l am loving the local milk in my tea. It has a certain creamy quality that is different from what I'm used to. I might just have to buy a cow to take home. But I'm not sure if I could get it in the overhead bin, particularly with the big bells they wear around their necks here. Having a wonderful (busy) time. Next stop: Obertauern, where the Beatles filmed the ski scenes for HELP! Then on to Istanbul before returning to our beloved Playa del Rey. I hope my house guests are behaving themselves and taking care of my kitties.Tea in L.A. (we luv it!) March 05 2015
What does tea do when it moves to L.A?
It has its bags removed!