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The Teapot
Back in ancient China tea drinking developed over time into a very socially-oriented practice. Through the ages this approach has changed little; different cultures have just taken the social interactions associated with this popular drink and added their own cultural lilt. In some cases such as in Japan, they have gone to the extremes and makes tea drinking an almost religious occasion - that is not to say other tea drinkers from nations around the world do not also view tea with elevated reverence.
A 500-year-old invention
The teapot was first invented in Yixing Province in China sometime during the Ming Dynasty in the 1500's. It was developed in response to the growing use of black tea which required boiling water to steep in; at the time the Gaiwan, a lidded bowl was used to make green tea in. Picking up a bowl full of boiling water as everyone knows, can be a dangerous activity to the undefended hand. Using a cloth or wearing a mitten to pick up a hot bowl is equally dangerous - anyone who has spilled boiling water on themselves will lay testament to this!
To get around this problem of not being able to lift and pour such a hot drink, a handle was added to the bowl. It was obvious that this was a much more appropriate implement to use. Adding a pouring mechanism in the form of a spout, which is directional therefore further avoiding the potential for spillage, was a natural addition to the design
Europe
Europeans, who were drinking mainly black tea, knew about teapots as they were traded along with the chests of tea brought over from China in the 17th century. The pottery used to make teapots had to withstand the heat of boiling water without cracking; the Europeans did not take long in mimicking Chinese pottery production processes and producing their own wares and tea services. The Dutch who were among the first "tea pioneers" in Europe, developed at pottery line called delftware which not only use the technology that the Chinese had developed in their pottery, but they also copied the blue patterns that adorned Chinese ceramics. Adding their own cultural twist, these patterns would typically have been of European scenes rather than oriental architecture and flora found on Chinese porcelain. Cobalt blue was the secret ingredient to this decorative process and the Dutch still today produce delftware in this same way.
Bone China
Britain came up with bone china, porcelain made by adding ground animal bones to the firing mix which produces very high-grade porcelain and has exceptional heat retention properties. Tea tastes best when kept at an optimum temperature during brewing; bone china teapots maintain the water temperature for longer than any other kind of pottery making bone china a popular choice for a teapot. In fact its suitability has made bone china the choice of many when it comes to investing in a tea service - the most expensive tea services available in Britain are usually manufactured from bone china.
Massive variety - a collectors dream or nightmare?
Teapots, since their invention over 500 years ago, are now so varied in design and function, that a collector would be able to buy a different teapot every day of their lives and still never own a complete collection! Just the number of different formulas of ceramic ingredients alone used to make pottery teapots is vast; never mind the number of other materials that are also used in manufacture. The varieties of color, shape, form, function and application make teapots a popular and ideal collector's item the world over.
Jerry White writes for Unity Teapots. Various styles of Asian teapots are available, including Yixing Clay Teapots and Ceramic and Porcelain Teapots, which were mentioned in the article.
Coffee Gift Baskets or Tea Gift Baskets? That is the Question!
Know anyone who loves a cup o' joe or a spot of tea? Getting anxious about their upcoming birthday or any other occasion that justifies getting them an appropriate and pleasing present? There's a coffee gift baskets and tea gift baskets web page at aGiftBasketParadise.com that might be what you need to finish your gift-searching mission in the best way.
What’s so special about coffee and tea gift baskets? These contain eye-opening treats placed within upscale containers that might later be suitable for the décor of any room. Alas, two gifts in one! But what exactly does the web page say about the four coffee and two tea lover treasures that are to be discovered there?
The coffee selections include "Cafe Delight Coffee Lovers GIft Basket", "Coffee Connoisseur" as well as "Java Giant" and "Coffee Concerto". The first one is simply for people who just can't live without coffee. Your special recipient will find 3 assorted gourmet coffees and all the goodies to make any coffee break unique! They can also enjoy the "101 Ways to Stay Young" coffee table book while they savor the luscious treats in this coffee gift baskets choice.
Need something for the distinguishing coffee lover? Well, the “Coffee Connoisseur” has four assorted gourmet coffees and adds treats such as cinnamon stirs, cookies, honey, creamers and chocolates - all in a dark stained basket. Lots of the finer things inside as well as a basket itself to add to the beauty of the home as well.
The “Java Giant” is a bona fide eye-opener with a clever, giant cup filled to overflowing with fine coffee and carefully selected companions. The “Coffee Concerto” will show your appreciation by raising their coffee break to high art. This has superb coffee, delectable dunk-ables, a CD of perky classical music and more, all packed in a 2 piece re-usable file box.
Have tea aficionado friends? Check out both "Tea Party" and "The Wisdom of Tea" gift baskets. The first one mentioned is a definite for tea fans on your gift list. It's an oversized cup basket stocked with everything sippable and munchable for a properly super tea party. It's "tea-lightful!" indeed.
The "Wisdom of Tea" sends warm wishes for the heart and soul. This Zen-inspired collection includes a chai tea sampler, green tea chocolates, delicate biscuits, inspiring ginger sweets and more in a ceramic planter complete with natural river stones.
So why not go the coffee gift baskets or tea gift baskets route to celebrate an occasion? Why not have the chosen online gift basket company drop-ship it to the doorstep of the lucky beneficiary? It's all possible through the power of the internet so take advantage of the available technology.
The whole process, therefore, can come to a successful conclusion with minimal effort. No mall shopping. No wrapping and packaging. No trekking to the Post Office and standing in line to mail. No hassle whatsoever! Is this not shopping at its best? What part of this don't we understand?
You now have the opportunity to take the shopping path of least resistance and get the finest coffee gift baskets or tea gift baskets at the same time. Take advantage of one of life's "perks" at your disposal!
About the Author
Brian is the owner of aGiftBasketParadise.com and wants to throw in his two cents about the advantages of ordering coffee gift baskets and tea gift baskets. He invites you to visit http://www.agiftbasketparadise.com/coffee_or_tea_gifts.html for some rather perky ideas to consider for gift-giving!
How to do Fondue in a restaurant?
My family owns a restaurant, and we are thinking about starting up some fondue. I was wondering, what is the best way to do fondue in a restaurant. Whats the best way to prepare the cheese, or chocolate in a timely way? What sort of preparation is required? and also, what are the best kind of fondue pots? We were thinking ceramic tea light candle ones?
Any advice from someone with experience, or a chef please please help...Thanks a lot!
keep your cheese in a stainless steel water bath on a steam table over the lowest possible setting. it can be taken to the table in a fondue pot and placed on the brazier already warm
Ingenuity shines at State Fair art show
Two things struck me as I walked through this year's California State Fair art exhibition: that it is one of the strongest fair shows I've seen in recent years and that a number of the winners' names were familiar from past fair shows. It seems that the fair is a place for artists not only to debut, but also to mature.
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