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August 8, 2017

Teapot Tuesday – Portugal Find

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Our oldest son, Micah, is a traveler.  He has a bit of the wanderlust in him and it makes me know that he is truly our son because he is always up for new experiences.  A few years ago he took a massive trip which included a trip to Portugal.  I reaped the benefits of that trip because he found me a perfect teapot.

Teapot-Portugal

Isn’t it adorable? The cork is what sets it apart from any other teapot that I have. It came with a couple of little cups and when I did an online search I found out that this little gem is called The Whistler for a reason.

The Whistler is the biggest and one of the oldest cork oak trees of the world and it is located in the Portuguese region of Alentejo. This special tree now gives the name to this tea pot in which cork embraces ceramic just like it embraces the wood in the cork oak tree. The Whistler tea set is inspired by the traditional pottery of Alentejo. (from sugartrends.com)

All I know is that it is perfect!

Whistler-Teapot

But wait–there’s more!!!  Not only did I get a new teapot but I also got some fabulous new tea to try.  Micah’s almost bride, Wendy, was born in China and when her parents returned from a trip  I reaped the benefits of that trip with a wonderful gift of tea. (Thanks, Wendy!)

Chinese-tea

Just look at those lovely teas….

Green-White-Tea

Not the “dust” that sometimes passes for tea, that is for sure.  I brewed up a pot in my new teapot using the cute little reusable tea bag (see above picture of teas on the tray with the teabag in the back)that our youngest son, Aaron, had given me.  It was every bit as delightful as I had anticipated it would be.

 

Life is like a teabag…

The fragrance it emits is a reflection of the quality from within.

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  1. Darlene
    August 08, 2017 at 07:40 am

    What a unique teapot all the way from Portugal! Thanks for the story as well. I also love the selection of teas you received from China. What a perfect gift. Where can you get those reusable tea bags??

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      August 08, 2017 at 08:09 am

      I think I got this one at a little tea shop someplace but I bet you can order one just like it online. I have all kinds of tea ball type things but this one is just cute, isn’t it?

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  2. jena c. henry
    August 08, 2017 at 08:12 am

    A true family gift! I’m fascinated by the teas!

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      August 08, 2017 at 08:14 am

      The teas are amazing. I love all the textures, don’t you?

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      1. jena c. henry
        August 08, 2017 at 03:56 pm

        Oh yes! so appealing!

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  3. Minnesota Prairie Roots
    August 08, 2017 at 08:42 am

    What I love is the artistic simplicity of the teapot and cups. These could easily be displayed as works of art.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      August 08, 2017 at 09:34 am

      It is so perfect, isn’t it? It is very artsy and very special since Micah traveled with it.

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  4. Susi
    August 08, 2017 at 10:04 am

    I’m often tempted to buy new teapots and start a collection. I love tea so much and love exploring the different teas of the world. My favorite is still rooibus. I like it plain or flavored and have a cup nightly.

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  5. Marci B
    August 08, 2017 at 10:55 am

    Can’t wait to see what you bring back from Croatia!

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  6. Julie @ Running in a Skirt
    August 10, 2017 at 08:54 am

    Such a cute pot! I really enjoy tea too.

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      August 10, 2017 at 04:49 pm

      There is never a wrong time for tea. IMHO.

      Reply
  7. Thread crazy
    August 10, 2017 at 08:07 pm

    Love the teapot…this one stands out as a favorite of mine. Love its simple design. How blessed you are that your son brought it back from his travels.

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