February Flavor of the Month

Sweetheart Special of the Month for February 2011...

For the month of February, take 15% off two of our special teas....

Lover's Leap:  This Luxury Black Tea is medium body, flavoury cup with piquant Ceylon character. Best in the morning or after dinner.

　AND

Cupid’s Arrow:  A new special “sweet-tart” blend of two amazing flavors…Wild Blackberry and Raspberry! A blend that has a very piquant berry taste and an amazing finish in each cup! Delicious hot or iced!

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2011
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

December Flavor of the Month

The flavors of month for December are...

WHITE CHOCOLATE MOOSE: Sweet and creamy best describes the taste. Will make you come back for more!

CIAO AMARETTO: Cherry and almond combined in sweet harmony. Dash of sugar highlights the cherry notes and creates depth in the almond character.

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Almond Tea Latte

INGREDIENTS:

• 8 Irish Breakfast tea bags (or 8 teaspoons of loose Irish Breakfast tea)
• 4 cups (32 oz.) water
• 1 oz. almond syrup
• 1 cup Whole milk
• Ground nutmeg or chocolate

Directions:

Prepare a strong tea with 8 tea bags in 4 cups (32 oz.) boiling water. Steep for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags. Pour 5 oz. of hot tea into each tea cup, add almond syrup and stir. Steam whole milk and top tea with a little steamed milk. Garnish with whipped cream if desired and ground nutmeg or cinnamon.

Serves 6

Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

November Flavor of the Month

The flavors of month for November are...

Cranberry (teabags only): SEASONAL - The fruity flavor of the season.  Delicious as an after dinner tea spiced with a cinnamon stick!

Cranberry-Orange (loose tea & teabags):  SEASONAL - The fruity and piquant nature of cranberry combined with the intense flavor of orange creates an amazing taste sensation.

Chocolate Mint (teabags only):  If you love hot cocoa, give this tasty tea a try!  So much flavor, so few calories!

Pumpkin Spice (loose tea only):  Notes of cinnamon and pumpkin abound. Cup is like the "nip" in the air during northern autumns.

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

September Flavor of the Month

Apple Spice

Delightful fresh fruity apple character with delicious cinnamon notes. Make your own Gluwien by adding cinnamon and red wine.

Green Apple

New to our product line...this Green Apple Tea has a slightly sweet, slightly tart apple flavor that pairs up well with the sencha green tea base.

Earl Grey Rooibos

For the herbal tea drinker who has everything! A delicious Earl Grey and Rooibos combination.

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Happy 4th of July

Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

July flavor of the Month

Teas for the Month of July are:

Long Island Strawberry

A Best Seller and year round favorite! Memories of strawberry picking in Sag Harbor. Flavory summer sweet strawberry and papaya pieces round out an exceptionally smooth green tea.

Blueberry Green

BLUEBERRY LOVERS....This tea is very aromatic. The blueberry flavor literally fills the cup! 

 

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Tea Bar

Need new idea for your next afternoon get together? Create a tea bar.

Offer a variety of teas. I like to offer 6. I start with a simple black tea, green tea, and 4 wonderful herbal teas such as jasmine, spearmint, peach paradise, and very berry. Find a variety you are comfortable with or even create a theme. This allows guests to mix and match teas if they choose. Place each tea in an individual small bowl with a teaspoon. Keep a teapot with hot water available. I like to use the I-pots from Teaporia. These can be placed in the microwave allowing me to reheat the water if needed.I also have ice ready to go for any guest wishing to have iced tea instead hot tea. Offer a variety of condiments for tea such as simple syrup, candied lemon or orange peel, mint leaves, and cream.

Candied Lemon and Orange Peel:

2 lemons

1 large orange or 2 small oranges

2 cup simple syrup (recipe below)

Using a vegetable peeler cut the colored flesh part of the lemons and oranges from the stem end down to the navel end, forming long 3/4 to 1-inch strips. Bring a heavy small saucepan of water to a boil. Add the peels and cook for 1 minute. Drain and then rinse the peels under cold water. Repeat cooking the peels, 2 more times, in the saucepan with fresh boiling water and rinsing under cold water.

In the same pan combine the peels with 1 cup of simple syrup. Simmer over medium-low heat until the peels are soft, about 15 minutes. Using tongs, transfer the peels to parchment paper to dry slightly, about 1 hour. 

You can prepare the peels separately.

Simple Syrup:

1/2 cup water

1 cup sugar

In a saucepan combine water and sugar over medium heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, until the sugar has dissolved. Take pan off heat and cool the syrup. Any extra cooled syrup can be saved in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Tea Leaf Reading

The art of tea leaf reading is centuries old. While it's highly respected in the east, its popularity was lost in the west with the invention and use of the tea bag. As the use of loose leaf tea is on the rise again, tea leaf reading is regaining popularity.

Reading tea leaves has traditionally been practiced by the women in the family at gatherings of family and friends.

To see what your cup of tea has to say about the future, follow these simple steps:


1. Brew loose leaf tea in a pot and pour; unrestrained, into your cup.

2. Drink all but the last sip, leaving a teaspoon of tea and the leaves in your cup.

3. Swirl the tea and leaves three times counter clockwise.

4. Turn the cup over and place on the saucer. Wait for the tea to drain out.

5. Turn the cup right side up and examine the pattern of the leaves.

6. Leaves near the top deal with the near future, leaves on the bottom of the cup, the distant future. Leaves near the handle are said to relate to the home.

7. The formation of symbols in the leaves is used to tell the future. A few include:

• Triangle~inheritance
• Ladder~promotion
• Star~good luck
• Ring~marriage
• Tree~success, happiness
• Cow~prosperity
• Dog~a good friend
• Cat~treachery
• Umbrella~shelter

Have a little fun with a tea reading of your own at your next tea party.

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Sangria Iced Tea

A sangria is a delicious drink during the hot summer months. Bring this beverage to your next party.

Sangria Iced Tea

1 10-oz pkg frozen strawberries in juice, thawed
2 cups water
3/4 cup sugar
1 navel orange, sliced
1 large lemon, sliced
4 Orange Pekoe tea bags from Teaporia (or preferred flavor)
2 cups red wine
2 cups lemon-lime soda

Puree strawberries in blender. Combine water and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring, until sugar is completely dissolved. Add fruit slices and boil 1 minute. Remove saucepan from heat and add tea bags. Cover saucepan and let stand 5 minutes. Remove tea bags. Let cool. Combine the tea mixture, red wine, and strawberries in a pitcher; chill. Gently stir in the lemon-lime soda. Makes 2 quarts.

Can be prepared with a red grape juice instead of wine for a non-alcoholic drink. Great for baby showers.

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Oasis White Mango

Our Oasis Mango Loose Leaf White Tea is an oasis of tropical mango flavor. This sweet and fruity tea is the perfect pick me up.

Oasis Mango White Tea will remind you of eating a fresh, ripe mango just minutes after it'd been picked. The mellow notes of the natural white tea encompass the wave of mango flavor. Oasis Mango White Tea delivers a truly refreshing experience. 

Serve with slices of frozen mango or puree mango and mango nectar, pour into ice cube trays, and serve instead of ice. Absolutely fabulous!

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Pina Colada

This tea is reminiscent of a fresh Pina Colada. Hints of coconut and pineapple splash about in a velvety smooth cup of tea.

 

Our Pina Colada Tea has all the sweet fruitiness of its namesake without the alcohol. Made with all natural flavorings.  

 

Make a tea float. Just add Pina Colada Iced Tea (brew as usual, sweeten as desired, chill) to a scoop of vanilla ice cream. YUMMMMMY!

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

June Flavor of the Month

Teas for the Month of June are

Pina Colada

This tea is reminiscent of a fresh Pina Colada. Hints of coconut and pineapple splash about in a velvety smooth cup of tea.

Oasis White Mango

Our Oasis Mango Loose Leaf White Tea is an oasis of tropical mango flavor. This sweet and fruity tea is the perfect pick me up.

Pineapple Tea Bags

Premium Quality Black Tea and Pineapple flavoring. Sweet and inviting. Comes to you in 12 bags.

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Strawberry Vanilla Iced Tea

Who says you are stuck with wants in your tea box or bag? Try mixing 2 tea bags of different flavors for a fresh take on the old.

A favorite is Strawberry Vanilla Iced Tea

Mix 2 equal parts of Wild Strawberry and Vanilla Cream tea from Teaporia and steep as usual (approx 5 minutes). Pour over ice and serve. Try as a hot tea during a cool night on the porch.

Try a combination of your own!

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Decaf Peach

You will get the taste of ripe peaches when you sip this Decaf Peach Tea. This delicious blend of black tea infused with fresh peach flavors can be enjoyed at anytime of day without worry, its caffeine-free.

Black tea from Ceylon, decaffeinated using a superior CO-2 process. The latter is all natural and gentle, allowing tea leaves retain their delicate shape and flavor. Flavored with ripe summer peaches. Makes a tasty cup of tea, both hot and iced.

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Mango Tea Punch

A new favorite around my home is a Mango Tea Punch. I made it on a whim and it has stuck every since. Give it a try this summer!

4 cups Mango Mist tea from Teaporia
4 cups mango nectar
1 cup sliced strawberries
Ice

We sometimes add lemon lime soda for a change. This is a fantastic punch for everyone!

Order your favorite tea and create your family signature punch.

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Special SALE!

Tea Time with Liv is having a special sale for all in stock products!

Save 25% on the following:

Tea Time with Liv Tea Sale! Special tea sale going on now!

Receive 25% off the following (prices shown are retail):

Tea

1 GINGER PEACH

* Weight - 2 oz

$5.49

1 PLUM PEAR

* Weight - 2 oz

$5.49

1 WILD STRAWBERRY

* Weight - 2 oz

$5.49

1 WHITE MISCHIEF

* Weight - 2 oz

$7.99

1 BEDDIE BYE

* Weight - 2 oz

$5.99

1 BUBBLE GUM

* Weight - 2 oz

$5.99

1 PAPAYA

* Weight - 2 oz

$5.49

1 CHERRYBANA

* Weight - 1 oz

$3.99

1 LADY HANNAH

* Weight - 1 oz

$3.99

Honey Sticks (various flavors)

$0.35

Mixes

1 Red, Red Wine Red Velvet Cake w/ Cream Cheese Icing Mix

$7.49

1 Root Beer Cake Mix & Frosting

$7.49

1 Banana Nut Streusel Muffin Mix

$6.49

1 Peaches & Cream Scone Mix

$6.49

1 Snowball Scone Mix

$6.49

Accessories

1 Teapot Shaped Tea Strainer

$5.99

I ship USPS priority. All are shipped based on actual weight or flat rate shipping (whichever is cheapest)

To order, email teatimewithliv@gmail.com

I accept paypal (paypal balance, echeck, credit card)

Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Birthday Tea

Brand new! Birthday Tea!

A TEA-riffic birthday gift for all tea lovers!

A treat for any day of the year! A tasty blend of vanilla, cream, and a touch of caramel. The inclusion of rainbow sugar sprinkles adds a festive note and makes this tea perfect for celebrating your special day.

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Good for your skin

German researchers believe that the polyphenols in black, green, white, and oolong tea neutralize the free radical in skin that cause redness and flakiness. They also believe these compounds promote the formation of skin-plumping collagen. It is also believed by many that these same polyphenols reduce the risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Enjoy 2 - 8 oz glasses of iced tea daily this summer for a more youthful glow.

Sun Tea:

Place 4 to 6 tea bags per 2 quarts into a glass container. Fill with water and cap. Place outside in the direct sunlight for about 3 to 5 hours. Move the container if necessary to keep it in the direct sun. When the tea has reached its desired strength, remove from sun and put it in the refrigerator. Serve over ice with lemon and mint. This is best when outside temperatures reach 95 degrees.

Tea Time with Liv recommends Orange Pekoe from Teaporia

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Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv

Sweet Tea Pork Loin

Put a tea-riffic twist on your next meal with a Sweet Tea Pork Loin.

Sweet Tea Pork Loin Recipe:

1 gallon water
1 cup kosher salt
2 cup granulated sugar
4 oz. Mango Mist loose tea from Teaporia
½ gallon ice (approx 4-6 cups)
3½ - 4 lbs. boneless pork loin
2 tbsp. canola oil

In a large pot, combine water, salt, sugar and tea. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and let steep for 1 hour. Strain and transfer to a large plastic container and add ice. Cool brine to below 40 degrees. Brine pork at least 6 hours or up to 48 hours in the refrigerator. Remove from brine and pat dry. In large frying pan, heat oil. Sear roast on all sides. Place roast in 300 degree oven, covered. Roast 2 - 2 1/2 hrs.

Olivia Vidal
© 2009 - 2010
Teaporia by Tea Time with Liv