Little One loves bubble tea and boba milk, so when she saw Inga Lam's homemade brown sugar boba video, she just had to make it! We live on a small island in rural Northern Ontario, and there are no bubble tea shops here. Whenever we go to the city, Little One always has to get her boba fix. If anything, this pandemic has been giving Little One lots of time to teach … [Read more...]
Genmaicha: Gen Mai Tea ~ Evoking Memories Through Flavours
I often find it incredible how a certain fragrance, taste, or even a song can evoke memories. Have you ever had that experience where a certain smell can transport you to a particular time in your life? My Dad said that genmaicha does that for him. Dad recently told me about how his Grandmother used to use the leftover rice from meals and roast the grains to use for making … [Read more...]
Creamy Earl Grey & Lavender Shortbread Cookies
Do you love tea? Have you used tea in some of your cooking or baking before? I made some Creamy Earl Grey & Lavender Shortbread Cookies that go perfectly with afternoon tea! My friends like to joke that I'm a "Tea Granny". If you come into my kitchen, you will notice my tea collection. I love a good cup of tea. I also love being creative in the kitchen and lately … [Read more...]
Love at First Sip! #SIPandKISS
"love at first sip" Rewind time and go down memory lane to a time when notes of sweet nothings were exchanged via a Valentine's day candy gram. Recall the joy when your name was finally called out by the homeroom teacher to receive that oh so special candy gram. And although the treat was sweet, it was the message within the note that had your heart skip a beat. Tea Leaf … [Read more...]
Savouring Moments {Plus a Giveaway} #TeaLCMoments
The morning rush, getting everyone fed, ready, washed up, dressed up, out the door, ensuring that nothing has been left behind, mittens or socks aren't lost, homework has been done, checked, back in school bag -- it can be a bit of a circus act, am I right? Oh, and that's all before your work day actually begins! Then there's starting your work day. As busy moms (and … [Read more...]
Tim Hortons’ favourites – Steeped Tea and French Vanilla Cappuccino {Giveaway}
I admit that thhe busy, bustling shopping malls, crowded parking lots, and the distractions of the weeks leading up to the holidays sometimes throw me into a tizzy. Who knew how welcomed a lovely steeped tea and a few quiet minutes could be? Yes, with the holidays fast approaching, for me, hot drinks like steeped tea, a hot chocolate or cup of coffee are part of my … [Read more...]
Addicted to Steeped Tea!
It was exactly what she was longing for. That feeling of warmth wrapped around her was enough to make all her worries melt away. There was nothing she wanted more in the world. Tea. Yes, I admit it! I am a veritable "Tea Granny". Don't get me wrong -- I do love my coffee! However, many of you know by now that coffee has an adverse effect on me. It puts me to sleep. … [Read more...]