Dr Tea comes to TEXAS

Mark Ulma, dubbed “Dr. Tea” by patrons of his California store, is on an international book-signing tour this year. Best selling author of “The Ultimate Tea Diet”, Mark visited Borders Bookstores in Houston, Dallas, Austin as well as hi-end independent shops The Steeping Room and The Longoria Collection. His informative tea talks were seen on Great Day Houston and Great Day Texas, educating the public on the health marvels of this elixir that is a mystery to so many.

 [Picture- mark at tea bar]

Jenna, oh Jenna!

Bush Wedding takes Salado and surrounding areas by storm. One of the highlights of any trip to Texas is to stop off in the very popular town of Salado, located on Interstate Highway 35, about 48 miles north of Austin and 18 miles south of Temple with antique shopping, boutiques, art and décor shops galore. As the excitement of the first-family wedding hit this May, flags waved all along Main St and patrons sat on lawn chairs ready to welcome the visiting entourage to town.  Ambrosia Tea Room’s Jane Voight compared the weekend to the Holiday Stroll that encompasses the town in December. It was a great boost for town businesses, residents and patrons.

Penny Ward Celebrates Spring

When events are created by Penny Ward, they are going to be perfect! An Affair of the Heart event organizer Penny Ward has outdone herself this Spring with the Round Top Women’s Retreat and Jersey Village Baptist Church Spring Tea.  Ward utilizes her private collection of crystal, copper, and teapots to serve, tables look divine and her extensive cookbook collection enables the talented catering to be superb. This year, Ward hosted southern designer and author Alda Ellis to Houston for guests to enjoy all the senses of southern hospitality. [Picture- Penny and Alda]