What Others Have Said About Us
The Story of Tea:
A Cultural History and Drinking Guide,
(Ten Speed Press, 2007)
Nina Simonds visited us to gather information and interview us for her book review of The Story of Tea: A Cultural History and Drinking Guide, which appeared in the September 19, 2007 Dining In/Dining Out Section of the NY Times.
Nina is so enthusiastic about our book that she decided to film a vlog entitled Unlocking the Secrets of Tea for her website Spices of Life as well. She and videographer extra-ordinaire Steve Garfield, created the v-log which you can view here.
We’re honored that Nina took such an interest in us, our book, and the subject of tea. Thank you Nina and Steve!
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“An engaging historical and cultural study, this guide is geared toward both novice and consummate consumers intrigued by the world’s 2,000-year-old tea habit.”
—Publishers Weekly
“The Story of Tea” is an extraordinary volume, a compellingly good read with stunning photography. As a tea enthusiast wanting to share my fervor with others, I am especially grateful for the glossary of lyrical and evocative yet authoritative terminology. Thank you, Mary Lou and Robert, for creating such a comprehensive and delightful book.”
—Elizabeth Andoh, author of Washoku: Recipes from a Japanese Home Kitchen
“With the publication of this encyclopedic and generously detailed guide, we now have a reference to consult for the what, where, when, who, how, or why of any tea. Reading “The Story of Tea” we get caught up in the mysteries and traditions of tea growing and processing.”
—Jeffrey Alford and Naomi Duguid, authors of Mangoes and Curry Leaves
“This book is like a mini encyclopedia dedicated to all things Camellia sinensis.”
—Imbibe Magazine
“The Heisses have written a valuable guide.”
—Library Journal
“All pertinent tea-making questions are answered in knowledgeable, buoyant prose in this handy guide.”
—Booklist
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Radio Interviews:
“Cincinnati Edition”
Essencha Tea House
The Tea Enthusiast’s Handbook:
A Guide to Enjoying the World’s Best Teas,
(Ten Speed Press, 2009)
Magazine Mentions:
- Boston Magazine home: The Kitchen Issue Fall 2010
- Flavor & Fortune Fall 2010
- Shambhala Sun November 2010
- The Art of Eating (Issue #84) Fall 2010
- Yoga International Fall 2010
- Relish Magazine October 2010
- Tea Time Magazine November / December 2010
- The Tea House Times October 2010
Website Mentions:
- Globalgourmet.com September 2010
- Culinate October 2010
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Hot Drinks:
Cider, Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate, Spiced Punch, Spirits
(Ten Speed Press, 2009)
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