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I’m so excited to introduce Ceylon Tea Market to the Great British Tea Party community and to begin sharing this wonderf...
13/09/2026

I’m so excited to introduce Ceylon Tea Market to the Great British Tea Party community and to begin sharing this wonderful collaboration with you.

Founded by Lara De Zoysa, Ceylon Tea Market has grown from a deeply personal family legacy and the vision of her late father, Michael De Zoysa, whose life was devoted to Ceylon Tea and the people behind the industry.

Today, that vision has become a remarkable marketplace bringing together 17 Sri Lankan producers and more than 300 exceptional teas, from internationally recognised heritage brands to smaller artisanal estates.

What particularly excites me is the journey from field to table. I love knowing where a tea comes from, understanding the people behind it, how it is produced, its environmental responsibility and the welfare of those working within the industry.

Through Ceylon Tea Market, Lara is not simply bringing exceptional Ceylon Tea to the UK and European markets. She is bringing the stories, heritage, people and places behind every cup.

𝗧𝗼 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝗻𝗷𝗼𝘆 𝟭𝟬% 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝘆𝗹𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝘆 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗚𝗕𝗧𝗣𝟭𝟬.

Click here to discover the collection https://ceylonteamarket.com/

If you’re looking for a particular style of tea or simply don’t know where to start, please do ask and discover your perfect cup.

From His Vision, to Their Hands, to Your Cup.

Congratulations to Sulette van der Merwe on her London debut, ‘Threshold’, at Blond Contemporary in Piccadilly Arcade, r...
13/09/2026

Congratulations to Sulette van der Merwe on her London debut, ‘Threshold’, at Blond Contemporary in Piccadilly Arcade, running until 3rd October.

A wonderful opening night, complete with a captivating dance performance, celebrated Van der Merwe’s distinctive approach to painting.

Taking its title from the idea of transition, the exhibition explores the space between reality and imagination, past and present, and the physical and digital worlds.

Working in acrylic on board, Van der Merwe creates intricate, dreamlike compositions bringing together figures, flowers, architecture, patterns and imagery drawn from art history and contemporary digital culture.

Inspired by Michel Foucault’s concept of heterotopia and Aby Warburg’s ideas around the movement of images through history, her paintings invite us to see familiar references in entirely new ways.

Originally from Cape Town, Sulette’s own journey from South Africa to London adds another personal dimension to this beautiful exploration of crossing between worlds.

📍 Blond Contemporary, 7 Piccadilly Arcade
📅 Until 3rd October

Wedgwood Jasperware, Harrods First introduced in the 1770s by Josiah Wedgwood and unmistakably British, Jasperware is mo...
13/09/2026

Wedgwood Jasperware, Harrods

First introduced in the 1770s by Josiah Wedgwood and unmistakably British, Jasperware is more than fine stoneware— it's a symbol of innovation, elegance, and enduring craftsmanship that has graced royal palaces and fine homes for over two centuries.

A true collector’s treasure, and a perfect blend of art and utility.

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Since 1849, the Harrods Food Halls have been selling conserves, bursting with flavour like this jam. Designed to elevate...
13/09/2026

Since 1849, the Harrods Food Halls have been selling conserves, bursting with flavour like this jam. Designed to elevate mealtimes and punctuate special get-togethers. This variety is produced with damsons that provide a decadent and rich flavour for breakfast or afternoon tea.

A small fruit with vibrant dark blue skin and a strong, sour flavour, damsons are similar to plums and a member of the rose family.

Spread on toast or stir into porridge for a burst of fruitiness.

Buckwheat Cake by Diana Henry This has an unusual nutty taste, but is very light. You can also add poppy seeds to the sp...
13/09/2026

Buckwheat Cake by Diana Henry

This has an unusual nutty taste, but is very light. You can also add poppy seeds to the sponge if you like. Soft-set jam is essential, otherwise it will not spread well.

Ingredients

250g golden caster sugar
250g butter, at room temperature, plus extra for greasing
Finely grated zest of 1 orange
6 large eggs, separated, at room temperature
250g buckwheat flour
1tsp ground cinnamon
4tsp baking powder
125g toasted hazelnuts or walnuts, finely ground

For the filling:

175g crème fraîche
150g mascarpone
11/2tbsp icing sugar, plus extra for dusting
A few tbsps tart, soft-set jam, such as blackcurrant or blackberry

Method

Heat the oven to 180ºC/fan oven 160ºC/mark 4. Cream together 150g of the sugar with the butter until pale and fluffy. Add the orange zest and then the egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Fold in the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, nuts and a good pinch of salt. The mixture will be very stiff at this point.
In another bowl, beat the egg whites until they form soft peaks. Whisk 75g sugar into the whites and then fold in the rest with a large metal spoon. Now fold the egg whites into the batter, trying not to knock the air out.
Grease 2 x 20cm springform tins with butter and line the bases with greaseproof paper. Divide the batter equally between the tins and bake for 30-40 minutes. Test whether the cakes are ready by inserting a fine skewer into the middle of each one; if the skewer comes out clean, the cake is ready. Cool in the tins for 5 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
For the filling, mix together the crème fraîche, mascarpone and icing sugar. Spread over one cake, which will form the bottom layer, then spread the jam on top. It doesn't matter if the jam drips down. Put the other cake on top and dust generously with icing sugar.

The State Bedroom at Harewood House in Yorkshire, EnglandState Bedrooms were a fashionable addition to country houses in...
13/09/2026

The State Bedroom at Harewood House in Yorkshire, England

State Bedrooms were a fashionable addition to country houses in the 18th century despite often being infrequently used. They were reserved only for very important visitors. At Harewood the State Bedroom welcomed two very famous guests, a young Princess Victoria in 1835 before her coronation and the Grand Duke Nicholas of Russia in 1816.

Harewood sits in the heart of Yorkshire and is one of the Treasure Houses of England. It has a collection of art that is amongst the finest in Britain. With over 100 acres of exquisite gardens for visitors to explore, including a rare Bird Garden.

Harewood House was built in the 18th century by Edwin Lascelles. The family wealth has been build on the profits of the transatlantic slave trade and sugar plantations in Barbados. This enabled the family to climb the ranks of society to be ennobled with an earldom.

In 1922 the sixth earl, Henry Lascelles, married Princess Mary, the only daughter of King George V and Queen Mary.

The current, and eighth earl is David Lascelles, second cousin to King Charles. In 2005 spoke out against his ancestors' links with the slave trade. Appearing in a BBC2 documentary about the history of the West Indian colonies.

Speaking to the Yorkshire Post at the time, he said "That period in history is both fascinating and gruesome. Behind every fortune lies a great crime”.

Image: Harewood House

Great North Run 2026What a day for the Great North Run, as 63,000 runners took to the streets of Tyneside for the 45th e...
13/09/2026

Great North Run 2026

What a day for the Great North Run, as 63,000 runners took to the streets of Tyneside for the 45th edition of one of the world’s biggest half marathons. (ITVX)

History was also made as Prime Minister Andy Burnham became the first serving British Prime Minister to take part in the Great North Run.

Wearing the number 10 bib, Burnham completed the iconic 13.1 mile course from Newcastle to South Shields, running to raise funds for Changing Lives, a charity supporting people experiencing homelessness. He has pledged to donate 15% of his first month’s Prime Ministerial salary to the charity.

Elite Race Results

Congratulations to Brigid Kosgei of Kenya, who won the women’s race in an impressive 1:06:15.

Britain’s Amy-Eloise Neale was the first British female athlete home, finishing fifth overall.

There was disappointment for Great Britain’s Eilish McColgan, who withdrew from the race due to injury.

In the men’s race, American Zouhair Talbi claimed victory in 59:47, while Britain’s Marc Scott, the 2021 Great North Run winner, was the first British male athlete home, finishing eighth.

The Great North Run sees runners and wheelchair users travel from Newcastle through Gateshead and South Tyneside before the famous finish in South Shields.

Among the thousands taking part was former Sunderland manager Peter Reid, 70, who ran in support of the Sir Bobby Robson Foundation, inspired by his daughter’s experience with cervical cancer and the loss of former Newcastle United and England star and manager Kevin Keegan.

From elite athletes competing for victory to thousands raising money for causes close to their hearts, the Great North Run remains about so much more than sport.

Images: Claire McKie-Reid/ChronicleLive

A Day Dress circa 1866, Made in EnglandThis dress is a typical example of women’s fashionable day wear from the mid-1860...
13/09/2026

A Day Dress circa 1866, Made in England

This dress is a typical example of women’s fashionable day wear from the mid-1860s. The contours of the crinoline have altered from a bell shape to a profile that is fairly flat in front, with the bulk of volume at the back. The Englishwoman’s Domestic Magazine of 1865 reported the change as follows: ‘Dresses incline more and more to the Princess Shape. All the widths are gored, the skirt is scant and short at the front and forms a long sweeping train at the back.’ The subtle stripes of grey, blue and black are left unadorned, except for a bugle bead and silk fringe which decorates the bodice, the edge of the collar and the over-sleeves.

Silk trimmed with bugle beads and silk fringe, lined with cotton, reinforced with whalebone.

Source: Victoria & Albert Museum

Here is some guidance on preparing and serving tea for a special Afternoon tea.A generous host will supply a range of at...
13/09/2026

Here is some guidance on preparing and serving tea for a special Afternoon tea.

A generous host will supply a range of at least two tea blends, with fruit/herbal varieties, also extending the choice for coffee drinkers. At hotels or restaurants tea blends may reach into the hundreds with very rare selections. Here are some common choices:

*Assam - a strong full-bodied black tea from India, which has a distinctive, 'malty' flavour. Steep for 3-4mins, serve with/without milk.

*Darjeeling - an aromatic and astringent black tea from India, with a hint of almonds and wildflowers. Steep for 3-4mins, the delicate flavours make it preferable to drink without milk

*Earl Grey - a blend of black teas scented with oil of bergamot named after Charles, 2nd Earl Grey, who was Prime Minister from 1830 to 1834. Steep for 3-4mins, serve with/without milk.

*Lapsang Souchong - a Chinese tea fired over smoking pine needles, which produces a striking smoky odour and flavour. Steep for 4-5mins, serve without milk.

*Green Tea - Chinese/Japanese. Steep for 2-2.5mins, serve without milk.

Brew tea in a pre warmed teapot with freshly boiled water at above 95°C (203°F) for standard black tea. Good quality tea leaves may be steeped 2 to 3 times, just top each time with freshly boiled water.

The general guidance for measurement is 1 teaspoon of loose tea per person with one extra for the pot. One tea bag serve 2-3 people depending on the strength.

Teapot sizes vary from 2 to 10 cup servings.

Tea cups sitting pretty on saucers (not mugs) should be used and it is now on trend to mismatch patterns.

Here are some additional considerations:

*A second pot of hot water, allows your guest to vary the strength of their tea according to their taste

*Milk served presented in a milk jug and not straight from the bottle or carton. The age old debate of milk/tea first remains open and down to personal preference

*Sugar served in a sugar bowl with a teaspoon if using granules or tongs if in cubes (a choice of white/brown sugar/sweeteners/honey is extremely thoughtful)

*Lemon cut in thin slices not wedges presented on a small plate/tray with a dessert fork. It is advisable to remove from your tea once flavoured to avoid cooking to the point of disintegration

*Tea strainer, most modern teapots have inbuilt filters to catch loose tea, however a strainer may also be used, which sits on the brim of the tea cup

*Teaspoons, don't stir noisily and don't leave the teaspoon resting in the teacup when drinking

*Tea napkins, small in size (12 inches/30cm square) useful for wiping fingers and tidying the mouth - place the unfolded napkin on your lap if seated or hold underneath your saucer if standing

*If you over pour (prevented by filling up to the 3/4 level) or are jolted, spilling tea onto your saucer, avoid a fuss and ask for a replacement saucer

Here is to enjoying the art of Afternoon tea ❤️ ❤️ Claire

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