Reading books about teatime is a great pleasure to me, but I've noticed most of them are geared toward large-scale tea parties. Really, only tea enthusiast Emilie Barnes has written about the joys of having tea just for yourself or perhaps with a friend or two. Fortunately another writer is now promoting the joys of small-scale teatime, and I am truly delighted to tell you my friend Marilyn has just released her book "Tea Party in your Cupboard" and it is a beauty!Marilyn is someone I have befriended as a fellow tea blogger, but before that I got to know her as the face behind Marmalady's jams. (And if you haven't tried them, you really must! Go here to check out her offerings.) I've been a fan of her beautiful and thoughtful blog for years now, and when she announced last week her book had arrived I immediately ordered a copy. It is such a lovely book, and I delved right into it the minute it arrived. This book is thoughtful, elegant, entertaining and friendly -- all words which could apply to Marilyn as well, I might add!
Marilyn says she wrote her book for those planning "the impromptu or simple tea party for yourself, one or two people, or a small group." She remembers enjoying such tea parties with her mother, and now with a nod to thriftiness she tries to hold simple tea parties herself, using her own creativity to make these times special but without a lot of fuss and expense. Happily, she tells us how she accomplishes this! In addition to tips on how to make tea, which would make this book a wonderful gift for those new to tea, the book also includes great recipes for both tea sandwiches and teatime sweets. I mentally patted myself on the back when I read that here in this book, for the first time, Marilyn was sharing her recipe for Applesauce Bread from the family apple ranch. I well remember those fun blog posts about the ranch! And of course since I am trying new tea sandwiches this year, I was greatly inspired by Marilyn's photos of her unique tea sandwiches. If you'd like a copy of the book for your own tea library, visit Marilyn's blog post here for details about this delightful new book!
That sounds like a wonderful book. Thank you for your excellent review.
ReplyDeleteI have ordered Marilyn's book and can't wait to see it and enjoy her new creation.
ReplyDeleteCongratualtions to Marilyn and thank you, Angela, for always being a cheerleader for fellow Tea Lovers.
Everyone has a "Tea Party in your Cupboard". Just take a look!
Yes... yes... can't wait for my book to arrive! If Marilyn's book is anything like her blog, it will be a real treasure. She has a gift for words and expression, much the same way you do; and I expect a tea party sandwich book from you some time next year! You'll have 52 unique and creative sandwiches and photos to work with! Good deal! Just let me know the price!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Angela! What a pleasant way to wake up and see this lovely post. It is wonderfully appreciated. I am loving sharing the tips I have learned along the way of tea and sharing with others. Sending you hugs! Marilyn
ReplyDeleteIt's so fun to see this dream come true for Marilyn!
ReplyDeleteVery nice review. I'll have to check it out...
ReplyDeleteMarilyn's new book Tea Party in your Cupboard looks like a lovely addition to any tea lovers library. Thanks for the review.
ReplyDeleteMy book has been ordered, too. I anxiously await the arrival.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the review. It makes a book so much nicer when you "know" the author, be it in person or on from the internet.
ReplyDeleteOnce again informing me, Angela thanks. I'll add this to my list. Sounds like my kind of book.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea for a book and thanks to you, Angela, I feel like 'I know' the author!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to Marilyn and a big thank you to Angela for providing such great information -
you both have done so much to promote the 'Art of Tea.'
Cheers & thank you so much, Joanie