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Some of the more popular black teas are Assam, Ceylon (which we sampled last month). China Black, Darjeeling, Earl Grey, English Breakfast, Irish Breakfast, Keemun, Lapsang Souchong, and Prince of Whales. Next month's mailing will include a glossary of teas describing the blend and flavor of each of the above.

May Recipe:

Goat Cheese and Sun Dried Tomato Tartlets

Makes 8 Tartlets

Tartlet Shells

8 thin slices of white bread

2 1/2 tablespoons melted butter

Preheat oven to 350.

Cut a circle out of each slice of bread with a 3 inch round biscuit cutter, preferably with crimped edges. Lightly brush melted butter on both sides of each round. Press each round into a cup in a cupcake tin. The edges of the bread round will come up the cup sides slightly. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes. Watch the shells closely, as you want them golden brown. They have a tendency to become too dark. These shells can be stored up to a week in an airtight container.

Goat Cheese and Sun Dried Tomato Spread

Makes 1/3 cup.

1/4 cup goat cheese, at room temperature

2 tablespoons heavy cream (milk can be substituted)

2 tablespoons minced sun dried tomatoes

2 sun dried tomatoes, each cut into 8 thin slices

Combine the goat cheese and heavy cream until smooth. Add the minced sun dried tomatoes, mixing thoroughly. This spread can be kept in the refrigerator, covered for 3 days.

To assemble the tartlets, fill each shell with the goat cheese and sun dried tomato spread, dividing it evenly between the 8 shells. On top of each shell crisscross 2 slices of sun dried tomatoes.

A great Tea Party First Course, or summer BBQ appetizer!

A one-to-one party with a special friend

The key to a memorable one-on-one tea party is to plan and prepare for it just as carefully as you would a tea party for ten. Write out an invitation on a pretty card and send it to your friend. (the Carol's Rose Garden small notes we have at Kobuk are just perfect for this use!) Also, allow yourself plenty of time to decorate your table and prepare the food. (I like to do this part with a candle burning, classical music playing and a glass of white wine nearby!) Buy or pick out some cut flowers two roses, two carnations, two daffodils arrange in a vase with ferns or baby's breath. Spread a lovely tea cloth on a table or a tray, and use the very nicest pot and cups you have. Light a candle and set a little gift (a card, a mini book, a tape, pin or earrings, something you've made) at your friend's place. Put on his or her favorite kind of music. Dress up. Let your time together feel out of the ordinary without being stiff. And use this time to say the kinds of things you may not usually take the time to say, like how much your special friend means to you!

Possible One-on-one Tea Menus:

Kobuk Samovar Tea
Scones with Butter
Strawberry Preserves
Clotted Cream

or

Mango Tea with honey
Almond Chicken Tea Sandwiches
Shortbread with lemon curd