Time For A Little Something - Oct Newsletter
The calm before the storm of the holiday season is the perfect moment to have a few friends over for a little afternoon tea.
It was almost time. I put on the kettle, set out the cups, and arranged the sandwiches and cakes on the tiered stand. The stand itself, though entirely superfluous, looked quite pleased with the honor.
Outside, the gate gave its familiar rattle, followed soon by the first murmur of voices from the patio. I straightened the tongs and smoothed the cloth, taking in the room's final, quiet moment. Any second now, it would be filled with the welcome clamor of friends.
This time of year feels like the calm before the storm of the holiday season. Which makes it a perfect moment to have a few friends over for a little afternoon tea. It doesn’t have to be complicated unless that’s your fancy. At its heart, it’s a cup of tea with a small snack. What makes it special is that you thought to do it.
Curious about the difference between high tea and afternoon tea? Our recent guide to afternoon tea explains it.
Need gift ideas this time of year? Stop into the store, or skip the rush and ship tea directly to someone, or use the website for curbside pickup. To see the curbside option, set your shipping address to Albuquerque.
Honey
The raw Amber honey is poured in small batches at precisely controlled temperatures (104 Degrees) to preserve enzymes and floral qualities. The honey is coarsely strained to retain pollens, vitamins, and minerals that would otherwise be removed by fine filtering and the use of high-pressure pumps.
New Mexico green chile-infused honey is terrific for meats, fish, or add to your curry. Drizzle on top of pizza or ice cream! There are no rules; do what you want.
All the hives are located in northern New Mexico. The color and flavor of this fresh multi-floral Raw Amber honey range throughout the seasons as the bees collect nectar from different varieties of flowers.