An introduction to the discovery of China and Japan which would result in the world’s discovery of their art, Chinoiserie.

With an alcoholic epidemic in Britain, tea drinking begins to diminish the problem, also tea becomes on its own for medicinal properties.

Tea elevated the workers spirits, elevating them to a higher psychological level, thus increasing their output .

Children’s tea were ideal for birthdays, holidays and rewards at schools.

By the 1890’s, all the top fashion houses of London and Paris were offering elaborate tea gowns.

How the aristocracy celebrated tea.

If you don’t have a plethora of keys, this episode will explain modifications of what’s available.

A timeline of historical events.

The rise and fall of the City Tavern, from conception to 19th century decline, to a fire and the than a total rebuilding for or nations Bicentennial.

High tea is a early-evening meal,5-6Pm, that combines hot hardy dishes with tea, served at a somewhat formal dining table.