TeaTime

Anglophile readers of TeaTime will undoubtedly find this British-themed issue to be precisely their cup of tea. In it, we celebrate the upcoming May 6thcoronation of King Charles III with a regal afternoon-tea menu and table setting (page 35) and pay

“TeaTime magazine is my favorite magazine. I have years of TeaTime kept along with my favorite cookbooks. It is like receiving a gift in the mail every time it comes.” KIMBERLY CAWI via Facebook “Every year, your magazine articles are better than the

TEACUP: 1890s Hammersley Trio “The bergamot oil really shines through, giving this tea a bright burst of citrus flavor, and the decaffeinated option allows me to enjoy a cup of tea anytime.” —Shelby Duffy, editorial assistant TEACUP: Aynsley Piano Ke

The principality of Wales—the smallest of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom—is so narrow that first-time travelers could, if in a hurry, drive the 200-mile route from the southern capital city of Cardiff to the northern seaside resor

Makes 9 Fresh lemon zest, almonds, parsley, mint, and basil add bright taste to a cream cheese spread to elevate customary cucumber sandwiches in this herbaceous and summery take on traditional teatime fare. 4 ounces cream cheese, softened½ teaspoon

Makes 15 The famous recipe for “Poulet Reine Elizabeth,” otherwise known as Coronation Chicken, was created in 1953 to be served at the coronation luncheon of Queen Elizabeth II. In our masculine and hearty take on the historic savory, we keep in tra

Makes 24 Welsh Glamorgan Sausage, a vegetarian cylindrical medley of cheese and leeks, inspired the flavors of this sandwich. Traditionally, local Caerphilly cheese—a crumbly white cheese with a lemony tang—is utilized, but in this version, we call f

Makes 12 Almonds, honey, and orange blossom water add welcome nutty, sweet, and citrusy notes to these cream-based bakes that taste like summertime in a scone. 2½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend*1 cup blanched almond flour*1 tablespoon bakin

Scones are almost as synonymous with afternoon tea as the beverage itself. The toothsome and traditional teatime staple comes in many different sizes, shapes, and flavors, but one thing remains the same: the methods to create the ultimate scone are s

Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland, is loved by residents and visitors alike, for it is welcoming and friendly and has so much to offer. Its fascinating history dates from the arrival of the Romans in the 2nd century AD to its status today as a

For 250 years, Royal Worcester’s impeccable porcelain pieces garnered unprecedented attention from china collectors and tea enthusiasts around the world. A pioneer in the industry and a role model, if you will, for similar companies to follow suit, t

One of London’s most venerable hotels is blowing the dust off the staid image of Britain’s favorite beverage as The Waldorf Hilton employs a tea sommelier to inspire and educate a new generation of tea lovers. The Waldorf became a favored venue for s

Whittard of Chelsea has a long-standing history in the tea community. In 1886, founder Walter Whittard opened his own shop on London’s bustling Fleet Street after leaving his job as a tea trader. The walls of his establishment were lined with giant t

“You can’t often change the big stuff in life, but you can have a good cup of tea,” observes Beverly-Claire Wainwright. While most tea drinkers might not know her name, tea growers in Sri Lanka, Scotland, Myanmar, and the United States have valued he