History of the Teaspoon | Mote Spoons
A Teaspoon of History: The Story Behind the Teaspoon Have you ever wondered why a teaspoon is called a teaspoon? The answer may seem obvious,...
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Mother Knows Best
Dating back to Victorian Britain when guests were invited to tea, once seated one would ask, “Shall I be mother?” The individual would be anyone...
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What Is Billy Tea? The History and Traditions of Australia’s Outback Brew
The billy boy is hard at work preparing elevenses, an afternoon tea style snack, for the tradesmen on the site where he works. August 1937Photo...
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ICED TEA is HOT!
We've all heard the story…once upon a time at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair an Englishman named Richard Blechynden attempted to introduce America to...
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The Golden Root: Turmeric is the 2026 Herb of the Year
The International Herb Association has officially named turmeric (Curcuma longa) the 2026 Herb of the Year. Known as the "Golden Spice," this vibrant tropical root...
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Zzz… Sweet Dreams: Natural Herbal Teas for Relaxation and Better Sleep
In today’s fast-paced, always-on world, winding down at night often doesn’t come easily. If you’ve ever found yourself staring at the ceiling, wishing sleep would...
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SerendipiTea ~ what’s in a name?
Serendib (also spelled Serendip) is an old name for the island nation Sri Lanka, formerly Ceylon. Coined by English writer Horace Walpole in 1754, the...
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I'm A Little Teapot
History of the song I'm A Little Teapot Music and song lyrics of I'm A Little Teapot The story is that George Sanders wrote The Teapot...
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