tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-42426570241908191372024-03-12T17:57:54.029-07:00Pot Luck Tea Company<a href="http://www.potlucktea.com">www.potlucktea.com</a>Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comBlogger74125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-26328022053111057342010-09-17T17:17:00.000-07:002010-09-17T17:26:03.940-07:00Wonderful Collection of Essays Available On Kindle<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_pGSvFhQfgo0/TJQG1R_I80I/AAAAAAAAAEw/VI9KWL8Ks18/s1600/BurbAppeal.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_pGSvFhQfgo0/TJQG1R_I80I/AAAAAAAAAEw/VI9KWL8Ks18/s320/BurbAppeal.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5518042955866764098" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Burb-Appeal-Collection-Humorous-ebook/dp/B0042G0SZA">Burb Appeal</a> is a humorous collection of essays based on Tina Traster's newspaper columns about moving from the city to the suburbs. In these brief stories, Traster uses keen detail, humor and pathos to tell how she has embraced and navigated life in a rural suburb north of Manhattan. In these stories we meet nutty neighbors, bumbling town officials, new friends, a plethora of domestic and wild animals, and of course, her family.<br /><br />Buy it now on <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Burb-Appeal-Collection-Humorous-ebook/dp/B0042G0SZA">Kindle</a>.Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-6748665692198569152010-07-21T07:07:00.000-07:002010-07-21T07:14:37.068-07:00Deeper Discount on Remaining Yixing Stock<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://potlucktea.com/images/yixing-catwalk-a.gif"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 196px; height: 162px;" src="http://potlucktea.com/images/yixing-catwalk-a.gif" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />We still have a few Yixing teapots left, and have deepened the discounts. Some teapots are selling at 50% off our regular prices. Here's some comparison: <a href="http://www.teavana.com/Tea-Products/Teapots-Teapot-Sets/Artisan-Teapots/Yixing-Teapots/Cat-Walk-Yixing-Teapot.axd">Teavana</a> sells the Catwalk Yixing teapot for $36.95; <a href="http://potlucktea.com/Yixing-Alt.htm">our price</a> is $26.25 (while supplies last). To view the CatWalk and our other Yixing teapots, <a href="http://potlucktea.com/Yixing-Alt.htm">click here</a>.Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-914192499302278572010-07-15T11:24:00.000-07:002010-07-15T11:28:41.207-07:00We've Added Culinary SaltsOkay, so we strayed a bit from our mission when we added jasmine flowers, lavender petals and cinnamon sticks to our menu. It's true. But we love cooking as much as we love tea. Now we've added some culinary salts to our offerings. All salts are sold by the pound with a one pound minimum.<br /><br />These are really lovely products for serious cooks out there.<br /><br />To see our offerings of culinary salt, click here: <a href="http://potlucktea.com/Salt.htm">http://potlucktea.com/Salt.htm</a>Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-33330753122747355412010-07-14T06:53:00.000-07:002010-07-14T07:01:32.002-07:00Jasmine Scented Ice Cream Recipe<h2><span style="font-size:100%;">Jasmine Scented Ice Cream:</span> </h2> <ul><li class="ingredient">3 cups milk, reduced with dried jasmine flowers to 2 cups yield </li><li class="ingredient">1/4 cup dried jasmine flowers </li><li class="ingredient">1/2 pound sugar </li><li class="ingredient">1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise, scraped and chopped<br /></li><li class="ingredient">3/4 cup egg yolks (the fresher the eggs, the better)<br /></li><li class="ingredient">2 cups organic heavy cream (avoid ultra-pasteurized)<br /></li></ul> <!--concordance-end--> <div class="instructions"> <p> In a non-reactive saucepan, simmer milk with jasmine flowers and reduce by 1/3 to 2 cups volume. Strain out jasmine flowers and heat with sugar and vanilla bean/pod. Bring to near scalding. Hand whisk the egg yolks in a stainless steel bowl. Temper the yolks by adding only a few tablespoons of hot milk to the yolks. Mix well then add tempered yolks back to the sauce pan. Whisk constantly on medium heat for 2 minutes. Strain and cool in an ice bath. When mixture is cooled add heavy cream. Follow manufacturer's instructions for your ice cream maker. Place in freezer before serving.<br /></p><p>For a link to buy our culinary jasmine flowers, click here: <a href="http://potlucktea.com/Culinary.htm">http://potlucktea.com/Culinary.htm.</a></p><p>Enjoy!<br /></p></div>Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-30089170087053467722010-07-12T09:42:00.000-07:002010-07-12T09:45:50.202-07:00Moroccan Mint Blend now 100% USDA OrganicOur Moroccan Mint (one of our most popular selling teas) has always been blended using our Organic Gunpowder Green tea, and now we are re-adjusting the blend to use 100% USDA organic peppermint too. We've also lowered the price for the summer/fall to $12.00 per pound. The blend makes a wonderful iced tea. Check it out at: <a href="http://potlucktea.com/moroccan.htm">http://potlucktea.com/moroccan.htm</a><br /><br />Request a free sample of our new blend.<br /><br />Happy summer!Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-50254834788652772292010-07-06T06:23:00.000-07:002010-07-06T06:30:53.102-07:00Tea Master Kiley Holliday's Tea TalesTea master Kiley Holliday (from l'Age de The) tells tales of travelling around the world and her exploits in various airports/airplanes in service of her profession. In obe brief story, she tells of a customs agent mistaking her raw Pu-erh tea for drid shrubbery. Tea merchants should universally enjoy this short piece.<br /><br />Original Post in the <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2010/07/06/business/06flier.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=mystical%20tea&st=cse">New York Times </a>Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-73545587411022420102010-07-01T06:02:00.000-07:002010-07-01T06:14:58.268-07:00Kusmi Tea Storms New York City<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_pGSvFhQfgo0/TCyT4cSGsiI/AAAAAAAAAEg/4E8XZyzx_sI/s1600/kusmi.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 155px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_pGSvFhQfgo0/TCyT4cSGsiI/AAAAAAAAAEg/4E8XZyzx_sI/s200/kusmi.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5488924643731878434" border="0" /></a><br />Kusmi Tea has opened a tea shop at 3rd Avenue and 61st Street in Manhattan. Russian by origin, transported through Paris (about 100 years ago), and now in New York.<br /><br />The shop is stocked with Kusmi’s traditional bergamot and orange-scented Russian-style black teas, other flavored teas (both green and black), traditional unflavored teas, herbals and other infusions. Tea come loose in tins and as full leaf in muslin sachets.<br /><br />I hope the store makes it. Tea shops come and go. The brand is relatively unknown here in the states.<br /><br />Story from <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2010/06/30/dining/30tea.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=russia%20tea&st=cse">New York Times</a>.Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-51391930558972290992010-06-30T07:19:00.001-07:002010-06-30T07:20:59.706-07:00Coupon Codes Now Listed on Tjoos.comWe've started listing our coupon codes on <a href="http://www.tjoos.com">Tjoos.com</a>, including our latest for 10% off any order over $25.00. Coupon Code: HudsonPot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-32109538791752631252010-06-01T08:56:00.000-07:002010-06-01T08:59:35.497-07:00Temporary Stock Out on Single Estate AssamWe will be out of stock on our popular single estate Assam for about three weeks. In the interim, we will ship our Organic Full Leaf Assam. Another great tea, offered at the same great price. This tea is only available by the pound. Sorry for the inconvenience.Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-25823271544512499412010-04-19T06:19:00.000-07:002010-04-20T09:49:23.406-07:00Discontinuing Spice MelangesBecause of difficulties with our supplier, we are discontinuing Spice Melanges. When they are stocked out, they will not be replaced. We've already run out of Spiced Cinnamon, and have a limited supply of the Spiced Chocolate remaining. We apologize to those of you have become fans of these popular flavors, but without a reliable source of supply, we cannot continue to offer these items.Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-74206145886509379622010-02-04T10:31:00.000-08:002010-02-04T10:33:56.115-08:00Discontinued Items - Out of StockOur Rooibos blender has discontinued the "Rooibos Countryside Blend" and we are not going to restock the Yixing Covered Mug. We are offering some deep discounts on our remaining Yixing tea ware -- up to 35% off our regular prices. Check it out.Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-36950271817402729902010-02-01T06:39:00.000-08:002010-02-01T06:47:17.412-08:00Wonderful New Single Estate AssamI usually don't use this blog to rave about any particular tea, but I recently purchased a Single Estate Assam that is worth a rave. It was rated SFTGFOP-1 (Super Fine Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe, Grade 1). I am often skeptical of ratings but tea buyers use them as a threshold to importing better teas. Taste is always the final arbiter. So when I received the tea and had my first cup, I was impressed, then delighted. It is a full bodied, beautiful tea that stands up well to the addition of milk and is fantastic as a morning tea, or a tea for that later-in-the-day pick-me-up. I only have a limited quantity to start, but have already ordered more of this Single Estate Assam. Find it here: <a href="http://potlucktea.com/Portfolio.htm">http://potlucktea.com/Portfolio.htm</a> (third tea from the top).<br /><br />And remember, use coupon code "sophie" to receive 10% off any order over $25.00/Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-69673009399440943782010-01-29T07:55:00.001-08:002010-01-29T08:00:57.012-08:00"Buy The Pound"We've made some changes here at Pot Luck Tea Company. Most of our customers buy tea by-the-pound. For years we had kept a double inventory of four ounce bags and larger one pound <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">bags</span>. We've eliminated the smaller packages to keep our costs down and hold the pound prices where they have historically been. So, while most tea companies raised prices by 5-11% last year, we've held prices at 2005 levels. We should also have an easier time with inventory management, and ship our orders more quickly.<br /><br />We've sold out of our <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Iwachu</span> cast-iron <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">tetsubin</span> tea kettles and will not be re-stocking them.<br /><br />Finally, we continue deep discounts on our <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Yixing</span> <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">teaware</span>. We still have a fair amount of inventory though some items have dwindled down to just a few pieces remaining.<br /><br />As a "thank-you" please use coupon code "<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">sophie</span>" for 10% off any order over $25.00.Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-4188612153857274132009-03-09T06:44:00.000-07:002009-03-09T06:55:52.886-07:00"Tasting: Tea, The Essential Pause" in Tricycle Magazine<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_pGSvFhQfgo0/SbUfiJ4zcwI/AAAAAAAAAEY/A6JFZdB4Dz4/s1600-h/tastingtea1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5311186007183553282" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 156px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_pGSvFhQfgo0/SbUfiJ4zcwI/AAAAAAAAAEY/A6JFZdB4Dz4/s200/tastingtea1.jpg" border="0" /></a>Phyllis Segura, a friend of Pot Luck Tea alerted us to her latest article on Tricycle Magazine's web site. Titled <a href="http://www.tricycle.com/web-exclusive/tasting-tea?page=0%2C0">"Tasting: Tea, The Essential Pause," </a>Phyllis explains the essence and joy of loose leaf tea and takes you on a culinary journey with her various tea based and inspired recipes.<br /><div></div><br /><div>Recently at the Nanuet Library in Nanuet, NY, Phyllis offered our teas to patrons at her cooking demonstration. Attendees thoroughly enjoyed our Rooibos Chai.<br /><br />Phyllis is a Shambhalian, private chef, photographer and painter. She lives in Piermont, NY. View her web site at <a href="http://www.cookingontheriver.com/">http://www.cookingontheriver.com/</a>. </div><br /><div></div>Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-77461708737121872132009-02-26T06:39:00.001-08:002009-02-26T07:03:06.700-08:00New Selection of Jasmine Scented Teas<a href="http://potlucktea.com/images/jasmine.gif"><img style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 196px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 192px" alt="" src="http://potlucktea.com/images/jasmine.gif" border="0" /></a><br /><div>For Jasmine Tea Lovers: We've added several new Jasmine Scented Green and Oolong Teas, including an absolutely delightful China Jasmine Oolong Xiang Yun, and a new Mu Dan Blooming Tea Rose.<br /><br />We've also changed to a new supplier for our Dragon Phoenix Pearls, by far the finest Pearls I have ever tried.<br /><div></div><br /><div>To see our new offerings, click over the <a href="http://potlucktea.com/Jasmine.htm">Jasmine Scented Tea Page on our web site</a>.</div><div></div><br /><div>In addition to our USDA Certified Organic Jasmine Green, and our Pouching Jasmine Delight (pouchongs are lightly fermented teas, but not as fermented as an oolong), you will also find links to all of our popular teas.</div><div></div><br /><div>As always, thanks for reading our blog.</div></div>Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-27791909001613903862009-02-25T06:29:00.000-08:002009-02-25T06:34:07.067-08:00"Track Your Package" Now Available from Pot Luck Tea CompanyWe've added a new page to our web site to enable shoppers to track their orders directly from our web site. Simply enter your FEDEX tracking number or USPS tracking number in the box where indicated and click "Track" -- it is that simple.<br /><br />FEDEX will send a tracking number to the email address you provided with your order when the package is accepted by Fedex for delivery. Tracking numbers from USPS will be sent directly from us for now until the USPS interface is operational. <br /><br />To go to the new tracking page, <a href="http://www.potlucktea.com/Track.htm">click here</a>.Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-84865609764394708682009-02-22T09:21:00.001-08:002009-02-22T09:31:06.766-08:00Deeper Discounts on Yixing Teaware; New Selection<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://potlucktea.com/images/3017.gif"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 216px; height: 266px;" src="http://potlucktea.com/images/3017.gif" alt="" border="0" /></a>We've added some more teapots to our Yixing page on our web site and have increased some of the discounts. Some discounts now are at about 35%.<br /><br />The "Texture" teapot (viewed right) is on sale for $20.00. It originally sold for $32.00. It is 12 ounces, very unusual, collectible and makes a great gift. Our remaining stock is limited, so please order today.<br /><br />Also, we've discounted our popular Catwalk teapot (from $35.00, now $26.25) and our Catwalk Tea Mug (from $13.50, now $11.50).<br /><br />All quanitites are limited and discounts are only available while supplies last. Check out our <a href="http://potlucktea.com/Yixing-Alt.htm">Yixing page</a> on our website for the full selection and discount prices.<br /><br />We are also planning some major changes to our web site over the next few weeks including order tracking, and a vast new selection of EU certified organic teas. Stay tuned.Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-31352303495639748132009-02-13T07:56:00.000-08:002009-02-13T08:05:22.692-08:00Tea Tasting: A Wonderful New EU Organic Assam (TGFOP)I've just finished taste tests on a new Certified EU Organic Assam from Dethlefsen & Balk. Accurately described as a TGFOP (Tippy, Golden, Flowery, Orange, Pekoe), this tea is produced on the Sonarie Tea Estate, located in the Sibsagar district. According to local lore, JONAK (the tea's name) means "Assam's Moonlight." The tea garden's history can be traced back to 1874. The tea has a medium-large leaf with some golden tips, and it has a pleasant malty spiciness, very round in taste.<br /><br />Pot Luck Tea is moving forward with our goal to switch over to all organic teas, with either USDA or EU Certifed Organic.<br /><br />I truly enjoyed this tea and will definitely order it for our spring tea additions. Dethlefsen & Balk are members of the German and European Tea Councils.Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-82299685872509047852009-02-10T17:27:00.000-08:002009-02-10T17:40:35.586-08:00Deep Discounts on Popular Yixing Teaware<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://potlucktea.com/images/583-Mug.gif"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 216px; height: 243px;" src="http://potlucktea.com/images/583-Mug.gif" alt="" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family: arial;">Connoisseurs say the best cup of tea is brewed in a hand-made Chinese teapot made from the "purple clay" found near the Yangzi river. These teapots have been created in the Chinese province of Yixing (pronounced yee-shing) since the Sung Dynasty (960-1279). These works of art are both collectible and utilitarian. </span><p style="font-family: arial;" align="justify">For centuries, Yixing potters have fashioned teapots from the purple-brown clay of the region. The beautiful stoneware vessels became the models for the earliest European teapots in the late 17th century. Yixing pots were made in China until the communist revolution brought production to a halt. It wasn’t until the 1970s that Yixing potters resumed this ancient craft. Today Yixing pots are collected and treasured throughout the world.</p> <p style="font-family: arial;" align="justify">Because they are not glazed, the clay pots absorb the tea. Over time, a layer of tea sediment forms and with subsequent use the pots retain the flavor, color and aroma of the tea. This is why it is best to use one kind of tea in your Yixing pot.<br /></p> <p style="font-family: arial;" align="justify">We are offering deep discounts on some of our most popular Yixing teapots and tea mugs.<br /></p> <p style="font-family: arial;" align="justify">Here are some examples:<br /></p> <ol style="font-family: arial;"> <li>Catwalk Yixing Teapot, was $35.00, <span style="font-weight: bold;">now $26.56</span></li> <li>Top Dog Yixing Teapot, was $19.00, <span style="font-weight: bold;">now $14.25</span></li> <li>Yixing Catwalk Mug, was $13.50, <span style="font-weight: bold;">now $11.50</span></li> <li>Covered Yixing Mug (pictured above), was $15.00, <span style="font-weight: bold;">now $11.25</span></li> <li>Butterfly Glazed Teapot, was $28.00, <span style="font-weight: bold;">now $21.00</span></li> <li>Cicada Bamboo Teapot, was $32.00, <span style="font-weight: bold;">now $24.00</span></li> <li>Simplicity Yixing Tea Set, was $38.00, <span style="font-weight: bold;">now $28.50</span></li> <li>White Glaze Yixing Tea Set, was $35.00, <span style="font-weight: bold;">now $26.25</span></li> </ol><span style="font-family: arial;"> These prices are only valid while supplies last. To see the teaware, or to order, </span><a style="font-family: arial;" href="http://potlucktea.com/Yixing-Alt.htm">click here</a><span style="font-family: arial;">.</span><br /><p style="font-family: arial;" align="justify"><br /></p>Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-59217781444498497592009-02-05T08:49:00.000-08:002009-02-05T08:53:49.411-08:00Shade-Grown, Certified Organic Yerba MateWe have found a wonderful source for shade-grown, certified organic Yerba Mate from Brazil. Offered in one pound bags, we are confident that you will become a loyal Yerba Mate drinker. We also are offering a low introductory price of $12.00 per pound. To read more about it, or to order, <a href="http://potlucktea.com/Yerba.htm">click here</a>.<br /><br />Yerba Mate is a lightly stimulating beverage from South America with a mild amount of caffeine and just the right kick. Our Yerba Mate is organically grown and produces a light green beverage, with its characteristic sharp flavor.<br /><br />Our Yerba Mate is untreated and contains no filler or flavoring agents, just pure organic shade grown Yerba Mate leaves. It does contain trace amounts of caffeine. Yerba Mate has over 196 active compounds, shadowing the active compounds in Green Tea which has about 144.Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-19282902746071697972009-02-03T07:18:00.000-08:002009-02-03T07:29:03.294-08:00Culinary Herbs & Spices In Bulk Packages<p><a href="http://potlucktea.com/images/PotLuck/Lavender.jpg"><img style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 243px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 170px" alt="" src="http://potlucktea.com/images/PotLuck/Lavender.jpg" border="0" /></a>We've added a link on our home page to a new section called "Culinary Herbs & Spices." We're starting small with just five items, but will add to the list as our sources of supply become more secure. All items will be either "Certified Organic" or "Cultivated Without Chemicals." Some will also be "Fair Trade." To start, we are offering:<br /><br />Indonesian Cinnamon Sticks<br />Indonesian Ginger Root<br />Lavender Flowers from France<br />Star Anise From Vietnam<br />Jasmine Flowers from China<br /></p><br />All are bulk packaged in one pound bags. Delivery is generally 7-10 days. To get to the Culinary Herbs & Spices page, <a href="http://potlucktea.com/Culinary.htm">click here</a>.Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-53808662649883646952009-01-30T07:34:00.000-08:002009-01-30T07:39:20.099-08:00Free Shipping On Valentine's Day Tea Infused Chocolate Truffles<div>Use Coupon Code "beemine" at checkout and get free shipping on Tea Infused Chocolate Truffles for Valentine's Day.</div><br /><div><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 432px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 288px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://potlucktea.com/images/teatruffles.gif" border="0" /></div><br />Each gift box contains five truffles: Oolong, Hibiscus Flower, English Breakfast, Chai and Jasmine. This is a nice gift that simply says, "I'm thinking about you." Order now for delivery on or before February 14th.Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-71001597571759729272009-01-27T06:45:00.000-08:002009-01-27T06:54:17.835-08:00Our China Superior Ti Kuan Yin Oolong -- A Very Special Tea<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_pGSvFhQfgo0/SX8egl-HbNI/AAAAAAAAADs/aR2uqRGkkjw/s1600-h/515c.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5295985232108285138" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 150px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 150px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_pGSvFhQfgo0/SX8egl-HbNI/AAAAAAAAADs/aR2uqRGkkjw/s320/515c.jpg" border="0" /></a>We are very pleased with this year's China Superior Ti Kuan Yin Oolong tea. This oolong is entirely handmade Ti Kuan Yin from the Chinese Fujian Province and has an unusually pronounced natural sweetness. It has a lighter cup color and a more complex, sweet, orchid-like aroma with a rich flavor that persists effortlessly for three infusions. <div><br />Recommendations: Use 1 heaping tsp. per 6 oz. cup; heat fresh cold water until steaming briskly (195ºF); let steep for 2 1/2 minutes. The leaves support many consecutive infusions. </div><div><br />The tea is priced at $20.00 for four ounces, or $68.00 per pound. But for a slightly inconsistent leaf appearance the tea would be priced higher. If you were going to splurge on one oolong this year, this would be it. And as alway, use current coupon codes for discounts.</div>Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-71760088883263718352009-01-23T07:11:00.000-08:002009-01-23T07:17:13.351-08:00Check out "The Teashop Girls" by Laura Schaefer<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_pGSvFhQfgo0/SXneqZj8yDI/AAAAAAAAADk/4VDWgzuK5Sw/s1600-h/Teashop.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5294507656948271154" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 129px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_pGSvFhQfgo0/SXneqZj8yDI/AAAAAAAAADk/4VDWgzuK5Sw/s200/Teashop.jpg" border="0" /></a> <span style="color:#000000;">Here's what the book is about:</span><br /><div><span style="color:#663366;"></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#663366;">"Being in middle school can be pretty rough. Everything about everyone is changing so fast. And there are so many things to worry about all at once: school, family, crushes, jobs, and last but definitely not least, friends.</span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#663366;">Annie, Genna, and Zoe have been best friends forever. But with eighth grade ending, the girls are beginning to grow up and grow apart. When Annie takes a job at her grandmother's teashop, things begin to look up. In between whipping up chai lattes for customers, tasting new teas, and attempting to catch the attention of her barista boy crush, Annie is finally beginning to feel as sophisticated as her best friends. But an eviction notice spells trouble for the Steeping Leaf. Annie's ready with her multistep Save the Leaf Action Plan, but will it be enough? Can Annie rally her friends to save the Leaf before the teashop and the Teashop Girls are history?"</span></div><div><span style="color:#663366;"></span></div><div><span style="color:#000000;"><br />Learn more at </span><a href="http://teashopgirls.webnode.com/"><span style="color:#000000;">Laura Schaefer's </span></a><span style="color:#000000;">web site, or buy the book from Amazon.com --> (see link to right).</span></div>Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4242657024190819137.post-15889319048261305022009-01-22T06:30:00.000-08:002009-01-22T06:35:42.981-08:00Spice Melange Postcard & Coupon Code, Valentine's DayThe coupon code on our latest postcard mailer can be used for any item, on any order, not just on the Spice Melanges. If you received this postcard,<br /><br /><p><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 450px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 306px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.potlucktea.com/images/Card-Front.jpg" border="0" />the coupon code is on the back, just under the return address. We'll be posting our Valentine's Day offering in a day or two. This year, we will likely go with the tea infused chocolate truffles. Stay tuned, and thank you for your continued support.</p><p><br /></p>Pot Luck Tea Companyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14166199859508273143noreply@blogger.com