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TEA in TEXAS A FRESH LOOK ON UNIQUE TRAVEL

Fall Finds • Victorian Bird Hats • Back to School • Tea & Memory

SEPT / OCT 2009

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Historical Events | Health Briefs | Community Calendar

Savor the Flavor of Alvin Texas THE MILK PAIL TEA ROOM & RESTAURANT For an authentic homecooked meal Located in

THE ALVIN ANTIQUE MALL where you can also shop for historical treasures and collectibles hi

2500 S. Loop 35 • Alvin, Texas 7751 • Phone: (281) 388-0537

contents Lee Q. Garcia Publisher, Editor in Chief Sylvia Quinones Circulation Director Liubov Grinshteyn Graphic Designer Contributing Writers: John Douglas Ivy Diaz Archana Pyatt Penny Ward Photos: Bella Bruk Norma Wilson Gerry Reeves Istock.com Cover picture A lovely vintage table in The Peacock Room

at By George Tea Room in Angleton.

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Victorian Bird Hats

Mary Ellens Tearoom, Dallas

Tea Inquiries

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Back to School Tablescapes

By George Tearoom, Angelton

Scrumptious Tea Breads

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Long Live Victoria

Victorian Tea & Gala, Calvert

Tea & Memory

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September - October Central Texas

September 30- October 3 Round Top Antique Weekend, Round Top Exhibitors are the best of the best and go to extra efforts to present fresh merchandise for each show (2-4 shows per location). The result is a wide variety of offerings ranging from inexpensive to very expensive and from large to small - but it is all of the best quality you can find. An article in Antiques Week said, “There is simply no other show like it in Texas.” roundtoptexasantiques.com

October 17 Calvert Victorian Tea, Gala & Street Fair, Historic Calvert Enjoy an afternoon of sipping tea and tasting delicacies in a lovely garden setting, period dress is encouraged but not required. Then stay for the Gala, Formal attire or period costumes encouraged with costume contests, food & beverage, cash bar. Live Music & dancing with Horse-drawn Carriage Rides. A day to remember. See back cover. calverttx.com November 5-15 Historic Holiday Tea, Austin Austin Junior Forum invites all generations to visit the Historic Caswell House for the 26th Annual Mother-Daughter Tea, a long and cherished history at the Christmas at Caswell House Event. To kick off the festivities, the historic Daniel H. Caswell House will host the annual Mother-Daughter Tea from 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. each day. More info at 512-740-5466. austinjuniorforum.org

at the Mardi Gras Arch in front of the historic Tremont House hotel. Participants in the 5K will run or walk through Galveston’s historic downtown, East-End, Silk Stocking, and San Jacinto neighborhoods. “Historic Galveston Island has seen its fill of calamities,” says Clay Wade, director of events for GHF. “Its rich architecture remaining stands as a testament to survival of storms, fires and progress.

October 4 Victorian Tea Trolley Tour, Houston VIP Package presented by TUTS- Houston’s Downtown Premiere Theatre.

Package Includes: • A VIP seat to the 7:30 pm showing of Meet Me in St. Louis • A tour of the Historic Houston Heights • A classic high tea at the lovely Noble Lady Manor All-inclusive package departs from Hobby Center at 1:30pm, cost is only $175. More info at 713.558.2600.

October 10-11 Bayou City Art Festival, Houston Downtown Houston offers streets full of artists and music; Featured artist Kimber Fiebiger (who creates Texassized bronze Humpty Dumpty sculptures, among other whimsical works!) will have a expansive display of artistry.

October 15-18 International Quilt Festival, Houston The 34nd annual International Quilt Festival in Houston!

Join us at the George R. Brown Convention Center, over 45,000 attendees. Classes, shows, exhibitors and more for the quilting lovers. www.quilts.com October 30-31 Candlelight Tea Dinner, Pearland Four Friends Tearoom will have their first mystery candlelight dinner on October 30th, and an afternoon tearoom mystery on October 31st. For times and prices or any other information please call Four Friends Tearoom: 281-485-6484.

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North Texas

September 12 Galveston Rebirth Race On the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Ike’s historic landfall on the upper Texas coast, supporters of Galveston Historical Foundation (GHF) will gather to participate in the Galveston Rebirth Race presented by the Mostyn Law Firm. On Saturday, the race will begin

September 21- November 15 Harvest Tea, The Dallas Arboretum ‘Over the last ten years, the Arboretum’s seated teas have been one of the most beautiful, civilized entertainment experiences in our part of the country’, stated Mary Brinegar, President of the Dallas Arboretum.

‘Located on the Loggia of the DeGolyer Estate on the

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Texas Specialtea Shoppe Gourmet Coffee, Teas & Fine Pastries Cakes and Pies Belgian Waffles & French Toast On Weekends!

Specialteas:

Bridal Showers / Baby Showers Birthdays / Anniversaries & Other Private Part-Teas Relax On The Porch, Dine-In Or Take-Out Serving Light Lunches Natural, Wooded Walking Trails Mention this ad for a complimentary cup of tea or coffee Clark

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26734 Clark Road, Waller / 936.372.0097

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captured my heart - Jesus whom I study continuously thru His Word and thru others who have the same passion and experiences. Then there is my husband of this world, 3 children and their spouses have blessed us with 5 awesome grandchildren [8 total - 3 just didn’t make the transition into this world]. And then I throw in my passion for cooking, trying new and unique recipes; throwing together paint and fabric and crafting and sewing and whatever else that I can fit into this life. Prayer and intercession is a big focus for me. Entertaining friends and family with good food and dressing it up “a lot”. Let’s really live like we are the sons and daughters of the most high King.”

By George Tearoom’s favorite teas are Rooibos Key Largo and Double Bergamot Earl Grey. “Tea is like sitting back with family and friends redeeming the time we miss with the hussle and bussle of this fast pace world,” adds Christine. “Pleasing to the palate, relaxing to the body and mind. Many strengthen our immune system, improve our health and soothe our mind. Mostly we just have fun. We like serving people tea, fulfilling their appetites, pleasing their eyes with fun things to look at, and making them feel like they’ve just stepped back in time where time almost stands still enjoying friends.”

Savory delights await a discerning palate. By George offers a unique menu of soups, salads, quiche and daiwww.teaintexas.com | september - october 2009

tea kitchen

Tea Bread Wickedly Delicious Peach Green Tea Bread 3 cups white whole wheat flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tea bag of organic green tea (1 tsp) 3/4 cup egg substitute (or 3 eggs) 1 6oz. cup Rachel’s Peach Green Tea yogurt 1 cup organic sugar 1/4 cup organic honey 3 tbl canola oil 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 can raspberry flavored peaches, rinsed drained and diced 1/2 cup chopped walnuts Demerara Cane Sugar to sprinkle on top

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a dusting of flour.

In a medium bowl add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and green tea. Lightly whisk them together until combined. Whisking will help to sift the flour of any lumps.

In a larger bowl combine the egg, yogurt, sugar, honey, oil and vanilla. Stir well, incorporating all the ingredients. To this, add the flour mixture and fold lightly, just until there are no more dry lumps. This will not look like a cake batter, it will be thicker. You do not want to overwork the batter or your cake will be tough. A rubber spatula works well for this.

When just combined, add the peaches and walnuts.

Again, fold them in until they are well distributed.

Spoon the batter into your prepared loaf pans, smooth the top a bit and the generously sprinkle with the demarara sugar. This gives the cake a beautiful shine and crunch.

Bake the loaves for 45-50 minutes or until the top is cracked and golden and a tester comes clean when inserted. Place on a cooling rack for 10 minutes, then gently remove from the pan and continue to cool on the rack. This is wonderful served warm or at room temperature. You could also wrap and freeze a loaf for later.

brazos valley

south texas Premium Loose Teas Black, Green,White, Herbal

Aromatherapy Bath Salts, Bath Teas, Candles, Essential Oils, Potpourri, Soaps, Home Fragrance

Gourmet & Gifts

713.783.9737 toll free: 866.448.9737 www.CrossroadsCollection.com Now Available at the Big Red Barn in Old Town Spring

“Now stir the fire, and close the shutters fast.

Let fall the curtains, wheel the sofa round, And while the bubbling and loud hissing urn Throws up a steady column, and the cups That cheer but not inebriate, wait on each, So let us welcome peaceful evening in.�

William Cowper - 1786

restaurant Gourmet Dining in Spring, near Woodlands Waterway Rich and Artful Main Dining Room awaits you with Chandeliers and a Baby Grand Piano The Tuscan Room which brings about a Little Touch of Italy The St. James Tea Room accents Victorian flair The Banquet Hall can host parties of 100 Entertaining all special occasions

24307 Aldine-Westfield Rd

281-907-0778 www.whiteflamingorestaurant.com

Custom Victorian Dresses and Hats lovingly hand made in Galveston by Peggy Wardell. One of a kind tailored pieces created for today’s woman. Lovely Red Hats and Jewelry, Hoops and more. Top Hats, Tails and Canes for Gentlemen . Best Prices In USA

Become a part of our unique clientele.

New contact info:

409-770-4200 pegothepast@comcast.net

Celebrating Galveston's

H I S TO R I C R E B I RT H AT THE ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF HURRIC ANE IKE

presents

Galveston The

REBIRTH RACE A 5K RUN/WALK THROUGH THE STREETS OF HISTORIC GALVESTON

G A LV E S TO N HISTORIC AL F O U N D AT I O N

When: 8:30 A.M., SEPT. 12, 2009

502 20th Street, Galveston Texas 77550

H I S TO R I C

Galveston R E B I RT H

Starting:

MARDI GRAS ARCH IN FRONT OF HISTORIC TREMONT HOUSE (2300 Ship's Mechanic Row Galveston, TX)

Course:

DOWNTOWN GALVESTON, EAST END, SILK STOCKING, AND SAN JACINTO HISTORIC NEIGHBORHOODS

For Information & Registration:

WWW.GALVESTONHISTORY.ORG or 409-765-7834

tea mail

From our Readers I absolutely love having the Tea in Texas magazine on line. In today’s era, if it isn’t on-line, I usually don’t make time to read it.

Thanks, Pat Aguirre-Flynn I found a list of places on your website that told where Tea in Texas was sold. Teapot Depot in Highlands is a favorite place of mine to eat, and so I went there for lunch and bought a copy. It is now on its way to my cousin in Georgia.

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Antiquing is always fun in late summer, here is a great find at our favorite Antique Mall in Fort Worth, thank goodness the little ones are headed back to classes. - CGL

This June, The Tea Embassy in Austin held a soldout workshop hosting the founder of Camellia Teas (from Ottawa, Canada) Rebecca Lyn Cragg, she gracefully demonstrated the Omotesenke Way of Tea and Chado for guests.

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The Texas Victorian Lady historical presentations continue to amaze with original pieces to view along with high fashions. At the Pasadena Historical Foundation Fundraiser, held at the Silver Sycamore this summer, J’Nean and Kim delighted guests an original 1910 Bird Hat (preserved songbird included) and a chamberpot demonstration, quite educational.

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COME FOR TEA

Tea House Guide For North Texas Dallas and Surrounding Areas METRO DALLAS

DISCLAIMER- This is a sampling of Tea Businesses in the area, and not intended to be complete. To be included in future lists, call TEA-922-9335

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A Little Taste Of Heaven Quinlan, TX 903-356-6505

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Sterling Tea Rockwall, TX 972-722-2424

Ambrosia Tea Room Salado, TX 254-947-3733

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Stone Cottage Lake Worth, TX 817-237-4511

The Antique Sampler Arlington, TX 817-861-2760

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Veranda Tea Garden Plano, TX (972) 509-7878

Patti’s Place Tea Room Plano, TX 972-612-4828

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Secret Garden Tea Room Wichita Falls, TX 940-767-5570

Alices Tea Shoppe McKinney, TX 214-585-0594 The Country Cup Lucas, TX 972-978-8558 Cottage Garden Athens, TX 903-677-9911 Cretia’s Tea Room Duncanville, TX 972-298-9888 Especially For You Kaufman, TX 972-932-4274 Fancy That Tea Room Mesquite, TX 214-562-3405 Fivetwelve College Waxahachie, TX 972-935-9188

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Lavender House Tea Room McKinney, TX 214-726-0777 Let’s Pretend Tea Parties Grapevine, TX 817-421-6678 Lunch at the Gallery Burleson, TX 817-295-8242 Merry Heart Tea Room Granbury, TX 817-573-3800 Middleton’s House of Tea Temple, TX 254-778-4TEA

Nee Nee’s Tea Room Plano, TX 469-441-4679

Picket Fence Cafe & TR Burleson, TX 817-447-4414

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Tea Room On The Square Canton, TX 903-567-6221 Texas Tea House Corsicana, TX 903-872-6500

The Bloomin’ Tea Room Copperas Cove, TX 254-547-3685 The French Pear Rockwall, TX 469-698-0744 Victorian Lady Tea Room Mabank, TX 903-887-1837

Wonderful World of Cooking Arlington, TX 817-792-2002 Linen And Tea Lubbock, TX 806-445-0248

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