There is a great deal that can be said for a good cup of tea! Since I was younger, there has always been tea time at home. It is often surprising to others when I mention that my mother is from Costa Rica and she does not drink coffee... after all coffee is synonymous with Costa Rica. None the less my mother is a tea fan which makes me a tea fan as well. Whether it be a headache, stomach ache or a case of the blah's, a good cup of tea has always been the answer!
Hmmm, which tea to have? Most days my tea of choice is Marks & Spencer Fair Trade Gold for it's smooth taste and perfect strength. When I'm feeling a bit more adventurous I enjoy a cup of Creamy Earl Grey or Secret Garden's Secret. On special occasions, and when I have some in the cupboard a lovely cup of Empress Tea (from The Empress hotel in Victoria) hits the spot. What about when you've had too much to eat and you need to digest..... definitely green tea! That and maybe a laxative with a reminder not to do that again ;)
Tea time usually was accompanied with "tea snacks". A little cheese biscuits, Indian tea biscuits, Maria cookies, or palmiers. The choice is endless but well worth exploring much like the many offerings of High Tea! Having had the privilege to experience High Tea at The Empress Hotel in Victoria, BC (2 times) it is hard to come close to the elegance and scrumptious delights. It is worth dressing up and the $ to enjoy it with someone you really love. I shared this experience with my mom for the first time and what an amazing visit. My second choice and more local option is the splendid Secret Garden in Kerrisdale. Make your reservations ahead of time as it is always a busy place and worth every penny. Don't be fooled by the small size of the pastries, you will be full by the time you leave. More than likely you will also have a little box of what you couldn't finish to enjoy later. There are a few more places I need to try and will do so in the coming months....... Stay tuned!
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