February 27, 2013
The British are coming! While the Britain-themed 2013 Philadelphia Flower Show opens at the Pennsylvania Convention Center this Saturday, March 2, the best of Britain doesn’t have to end with the show’s exquisite themed garden displays — which by the way, are on view for two full weekends for the first time ever. English culture [...]
Read more»November 30, 2012
The Four Seasons presents their annual holiday event, Teatime in Wonderland, for tea drinkers of all ages beginning this Saturday, December 1 and continuing every Saturday through December 22. Hosted by Wonderland’s favorite character, Alice, the tradition features Social Tea in the hotel’s elegant Swann Lounge with holiday accompaniments and treats — including a gourmet [...]
Read more»October 26, 2012
Chestnut Hill is bringing back its bewitchingly popular Harry Potter Weekend for 2012, hitting Germantown Avenue this Friday through Sunday, October 26-28. We’re huge fans of the festival, and we want to make sure you’re fully equipped for a weekend’s worth of entertainment so wild it will knock you off your broomstick. So we’ve consulted [...]
Read more»October 2, 2012
In addition to its addictive regular menu, Shake Shack adds seasonal items to the mix from time to time. Right now, in celebration of the World Tea East tradeshow underway in Philly, Shake Shack is serving a Chai Tea Spiced Black & White Shake in partnership with local tea consultant Alexis Siemons. It’s concocted of [...]
Read more»July 23, 2012
At its origins, Philadelphia was one of the biggest cities and busiest ports of the British colonies. Even today, it’s impossible to miss Philly’s British influences, with Independence Hall the home of the original inkstand used to sign the Declaration of Independence, America’s separation from Great Britain. Revolutionary War battles have even taken place right [...]
Read more»December 22, 2011
Since today is the official onset of winter, we deemed it good timing to curate a guide to hot drinks in and around Philadelphia. From freshly brewed coffee to sweet steeped tea, from hot milkshakes (yes, those exist; read on) to spicy hot toddies, Philadelphia’s bubbling over with hot drinks aplenty. Keep warm this winter [...]
Read more»September 1, 2011
As summer begins to fade into fall, the crisp weather will make for the perfect tea-sipping clime. Plus, the tea industry is headed to Philadelphia’s Pennsylvania Convention Center September 9-10 for the launch of World Tea East, an organization aimed at supporting the expanding demand for specialty tea and related products in the U.S. Basically, [...]
Read more»April 25, 2011
In honor of Prince William’s pending nuptials to Kate Middleton, The Rittenhouse Hotel, Four Seasons Hotel and Davio’s Steakhouse are offering special ways to celebrate. For starters, you can watch the ceremony live next Friday, April 29 at 5:30 a.m. in the Rittenhouse Hotel’s ballroom, which will host a Royal Wedding English Breakfast complete with [...]
Read more»March 29, 2011
In honor of Prince William’s pending nuptials to Kate Middleton, The Rittenhouse Hotel is offering a variety of afternoon teas in the Mary Cassatt Tea Room and Garden from now through the end of May. Indulge your inner royal with The Royal Wedding Commemorative Tea for $38.50 per person, The Prince William Tea for $24.95 [...]
Read more»March 18, 2011
The popular “Steeped in Beauty” workshop series, run by Jolene Hart, a natural beauty expert, and Alexis Siemons, a tea writer, inspires guests with creative ways to bring tea and natural beauty into their everyday lives. The next event, March 19, focuses on giving moms easy, healthy ideas for feeling relaxed and pampered. Guests will [...]
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