The Plant Behind Every Tea Camellia sinensis One Plant, Endless [...]
Brookfield House High Tea Day Trip Just Outside Sydney If [...]
Now that large estate homes are less common, the concept [...]
Sweet Delights: Brookfield House Tea and Pudding Lady Parings We [...]
Lets take a look at Oolong Tea Originates from China, [...]
The Plant Behind Every Tea – Camellia sinensis
The Plant Behind Every Tea Camellia sinensis One Plant, Endless Expression All true teas—white, green, yellow, oolong, black, and pu-erh—come from a single plant: Camellia sinensis. What makes each tea so different is not the plant itself, but how it is grown, handled, and brought to life after picking. Two Main Varieties • Camellia sinensis var. sinensis Originally from China, this variety has smaller leaves and grows well in cooler, higher regions. It tends to produce more delicate, refined teas with softer, layered flavour. • Camellia sinensis var. assamica From the Assam region of India, this plant has larger[...]
High Tea, Day Trip Just Outside Sydney
Brookfield House High Tea Day Trip Just Outside Sydney If you’re searching for a truly memorable High Tea experience near Sydney, Brookfield House is a destination worth the drive. Located in Camden, just outside of Sydney, Brookfield House is an award‑winning High Tea House that has become a favourite for tourists, locals, and special‑occasion visitors alike. A Hidden Gem Near Sydney Set within a beautifully restored 1896 heritage home, Brookfield House offers an elegant escape from city life while remaining an easy day trip from Sydney. The journey takes you through the scenic Camden region, where historic charm meets relaxed[...]
Discover Special Afternoon “High Teas” Around the World
Now that large estate homes are less common, the concept of Devonshire Tea or Afternoon Tea has naturally evolved. Rather than host at home, it’s now a lovely experience to savour in the delights of an Afternoon Tea (sometimes called a “High Tea”) at a venue that specialises in this service. Let’s take a trip together from the comfort of home (with our own teacup and treat in hand). We’ll visit some of the most special Afternoon Teas across the globe, beginning with: The Ritz in London For£94 per person, guests can enjoy one of the most iconic Afternoon Teas[...]
Chai
Chai meaning Tea, but in India it means a blend of tea, infused with spices, milk and sugar.Chai is said to have started with a blend of herb and spices and did not contain Tea.The history shows it to start in India dating back 5000 to 9000 years ago, in the Ancient Royal Court. It began with a king who was working with medicinal herbs and spices, where he would brew up remedies for a range of illnesses. In the 1830’s while the British was ruling India, and with Tea plantations increasing, the British saw a great opportunity to promote[...]
Brookfield House and The Pudding Lady Cookies Collaboration
Sweet Delights: Brookfield House Tea and Pudding Lady Parings Brookfield House Tea and Pudding Lady Parings We are undoubtedly facing challenging times, and sometimes all you can do is have a greater appreciation for life’s many small moments. Right now, we think there’s something to be said about taking the time to enjoy the little things in life; like a warm cup of tea and a delicious cookie. We have partnered with one of our favourite Australian gourmet foods companies – The Pudding Lady, to share our most craved tea and cookie pairings. We hope the below suggestions help make[...]
Lets take a look at Oolong, A Fascinating Tea
Oolong Tea wrapped curled into small rounded balls. Lets take a look at Oolong Tea Originates from China, starting out in the Fujian Province in the Tang Dynasty 618 – 907 era. There seems to be three theories, although they all could have played a part in the evolution of Oolong. It was a Tribute Tea –Dating back to the Tang Dynasty 618 – 907 era, a tea called Beiyuan, produced in the Beiyuan Tea Gardens region of Phoenix mountain in Fujian Province, is the earlies known tribute tea given this title in Song Dynasty 960 – 1279 era, it[...]
