 whistling tea kettle
A
Hand blown glass teapot is a unique and cost effective present
selection for
birthdays, anniversaries, Mother's Day, wedding presents, or christmas.
Every teapot is meticulously hand finished by experienced
glass craftsmen.
Hand
blown European tea kettle. Tea kettles have a
real artistic, historical and cultural value throughout
the world. Teapots have become great gift items. The
1st tea kettle originated in China in the 16th Century.
The Japanese enjoyed different teas, including green tea.
By the 18th Century the teapots manufactured at Yixing, China,
were being produced in forms which had symbolic meanings,
for example, peach shape for extended life and good fortune,
pomegranate for many, hardy children.
Early
teapots, when brought to Europe, prompted
potters to prepare new variations of tea kettle culture.
England, being more keen on tea drinking than the remainder
of Europe, made the tea pot their own specialty.
Presently,
tea drinking is making a comeback in the U.S.A..
Some state Americans are switching over from "happy hour"
to "tea time." Excessive social drinking is
increasingly frowned upon and, with executives facing
shrinking expense accounts, the "power lunch"
is being replaced by the "power tea." Herbal
teas popularized during the 60s are also earning
acceptance as more folks try to stay away from caffeine.
Today
we savor an potpourri of healthy teas.
Many specialized "healthy" teas are now available.
Many of these are decaffeinated and organic variations
of the respective tea types. A choice of tea varieties
is perfect for afternoon tea or a simple tea party.
Research
with green tea in animals has shown it can repress arthritis.
Green tea, already extolled for its cancer fighting ability,
may also protect against certain autoimmune disorders,
new research indicates. Green teas suppress the expression
of antigens made by the body, substances that can touch off
an immune response. EGCG, a substance found in green
tea is known to suppress inflammation.
See more healthy eating, gourmet food items.
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