Tea Sets: Essential Accessories for the Art of Tea

For our British friends, tea time is priceless. In porcelain or ceramic, the English tea set is the essential piece of tableware for enjoying tea the proper way. The British have elevated tea to an art of living, so much so that they even invented the aviator teapot, allowing pilots to keep up their tea time ritual in flight.
An English tea set often carries a sense of vintage luxury, crafted in fine porcelain, with the indispensable milk jug for that famous "cloud of milk". From "tea for two" to a full tea party, tea is inseparable from British culture and showcases teas from around the world. The tea set also serves as a refined decorative piece in its own right.

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The Moroccan tea set, in glass for celebrating mint tea

Sipping traditional mint tea is a truly special experience with a Moroccan tea set. Featuring an often richly decorated tray, sometimes paired with a low wooden table and a metal teapot, this set is steeped in tradition. In Morocco, a glass replaces the cup, and the tea is poured from a great height. This striking gesture aerates the tea, aiding digestion.
The tray, the teapot and the accessories, sometimes true works of art with finely crafted details, serve a decorative role in every home. Offering tea is a Moroccan tradition that has held its own in the modern age. With family, friends or colleagues, there is never a wrong moment to share a wonderful mint tea.

The Chinese tea set, from metal to ceramic through the ages

The material of choice for Chinese tea sets has evolved considerably over time. Today, ceramic is considered the finest option, though porcelain remains the most popular. While metal was highly prized 2,000 years ago, enamel and glass have also had their moment. Wood is appreciated too, offering an accessible and warm alternative.
A ceramic teapot has the remarkable ability to retain the tea's aromas through its natural porosity, developing a character all its own over time. That said, a separate teapot for each variety is recommended if you enjoy different teas. Chinese tea drinkers tend to favour a white-bottomed cup to best appreciate the colour of the brew.

Tea set, cup or mug: find what suits you

Enjoyed for over 2,200 years, tea is the most widely consumed drink in the world after water. There are as many teas as there are cultures. Welcome your guests with regularly changing selections, served in a quality tasting set. Whether you love the charm of vintage or prefer something sleek and modern, in white or colour, you will find a tea set that shines on your table.

Everyone enjoys tea in their own way. You can choose between:

• A tea cup, the timeless classic
• A tea mug, resolutely modern

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