Good & Proper Tea: From leaf to cup, how to choose, brew and cook with tea

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'Serious about tea yet refreshingly unpretentious, Good & Proper Tea will make you want to rediscover the glorious possibilities of the humble cup of tea.' Caffeine magazine Emilie Holmes started Good & Proper Tea with the intention of changing the tea market one cup at a time. Now, in this gorgeously presented book, she shares her passion for tea with tips, techniques and recipes. Discover how to make the perfect cup of tea, learn about the origin of your favourite blends, and try Emilie's delicious recipes for tea-based drinks and cocktails, from Darjeeling and Elderflower Iced Tea to Oolong Mojito. There's also a selection of tempting ways to cook with tea, such as a Yunnan, Orange and Polenta Cake, and Earl Grey and Cardamom Sugar Buns. Whether you prefer a cup of classic builder's or a fragrant floral blend, this is a celebration of the ritual and joy of tea.

Emilie Holmes was born in Paris and lived in France, Portugal, New York and India, before settling in the UK, where she worked in advertising. In 2012 she left the corporate world on her mission to change the UK tea market.