Friday morning, with great excitement and a feeling of wild rebellion, I headed off for one of the most annoying 6 1/2-hour drives of my life. First I had negotiate the traffic issues of the Phoenix metropolitan area, followed by a long stretch of not-much-of-anything, and ending with the traffic issues with the Los Angeles metropolitan area. What’s not to love? 😫 But it was a trip during COVID, hence much to be desired and appreciated. 😷😉
One of the highlights of Saturday was a trip to Chado in Pasadena, my favorite tea shop of the area. The city has allowed restaurants to take over part of the street for outdoor seating, so our daughter and I were safely ensconced at our own table for two, enjoying a tea service for two which included two pots of tea, sandwiches, scones (which somehow disappeared before being photographed), and a dessert selection of macarons and deliciously crisp cookies. The weather, company, tea, and food were all perfect. Care to share?
Chado has an enormous tea selection and the website says that until the end of the year, shipping is free!
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This such a lovely post. I love the tea sets! 🌼
They have lovely teapots, cups, and saucers.
Janet
Ahhhh … and sense your relaxation.
It was quite nice just to be put like normal, sort of.
Next time you’re taking me along, Janet.
You’d be welcome and you’d love the place, Judy!
That looks lovely! What is the hair tie on the lid, handle and spout for? I’ve never seen that done. Does it hold the lid in place while pouring so you don’t need to hold it in place yourself?
It holds the lid in place and also holds the little foam roll under the spout that keeps drips from running down the pot and getting on the table or tablecloth. Quite ingenious, I think.
I’m thinking of driving through Joshua Tree on the way back. Would you recommend it?
I would there are some cool rock formations, and if you haven’t been there before an have an opportunity to see another national park why not?
Traffic can ruin a day, but tea with a person you love can enhance the day perfectly. Nice post.
Thanks, Peggy. It was a special time, even more so these days.
Despite the long drive, it looks like you had a wonderful time.
I love tea, Janet! Despite the long drive and Covid you got to see your daughter and have tea at this gorgeous place!
Yes, it was grand. Today’s my last full day. It’s been a short stay but full of fun. Can’t complain!
That’s nice!
I love teapots. I have two but not as pretty as the two in your photos. I have a floral and a Chinese cast iron one. I feel so much better after a hot cup of tea. A soothing and relaxing beverage.
Izzy 😎
I generally have a pot of tea every day. I have an English china pot, a glass pot for flowering teas, and a cast iron one as well. Chado has a glorious selection of pots, sups, and saucers. Happy Thanksgiving, Izzy.
I’m sure you have quite a variety of teas. I know I purchase a large variety. I enjoy trying new flavors. My morning tea is non-flavored like Earl Grey but in the afternoon I enjoy something a little more tasty. ☕️
My next adventure – one day soon – will be a china teapot shop. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family … Stay Healthy … Be Safe … Izzy 😎 🍗 🦃 😍 😀
I do have rather a lot of tea. 🥰🥰. But I drink a pot a day, so I use and enjoy them. Happy Thanksgiving to you two as well.
What fun! I do enjoy a good cuppa and few sweet somethings to go with.
You’d love this place, Ally.
Yay for a proper tea enjoyed with a loved one
Exactly!! ❤️
🙂 That looks soooo good, dear Janet!
And I love the tea-pots. So pretty.
Enjoy the time with your daughter and stay safe!
Claudia xo 🙂
A wonderful tea party, Janet. I’ve never seen the band to keep the lid on, I suspect they’ve had a lot of lids go crashing to the floor. Sounds really fun, thanks for sharing it.
I love how they do the top of the pot. It holds the lid on and holds the foam bit that defies the drips. Win-win. 😉
Looks and sounds perfect even with the drive. 🙂
It’s been wonderful, Judy. Heading home tomorrow. 😊
Hi Janet, I’m with you on 2 accounts: I LOVE scones and I HATE traffic in both Phoenix and L.A.! Your photos are lovely, despite the evil drive! 🌞
Thanks, Lisa. I’m off on the evil drive again tomorrow but I’m going to go through Joshua Tree National Park on the way back. Hopefully that will help. 😉😘
Ohhhh the park is beautiful! I once camped & hiked there with a friend. So many of those funny looking trees! Safe travels & enjoy! 🌞
My Mum comes from Staffordshire the pottery area of England, she loves china, including teapots from Doulton to Wedgewood to Spode. We used to go to the pot banks to roam around the factory shops to buy everything from mugs to teapots so you have brought back lots of happy memories.
Best wishes
Charlotte
I’m glad, Charlotte. I have a set of English china, but I don’t recall the maker offhand. I was gifted it from my great aunt.
janet
Ooooo, yes, I WOULD like to share! Failing that, I’m happy to feast visually on that lovely tea service and that lovely food. Thanks for the vacation for my eyeballs.
I though I saw you lurking under the table. You should have come up. 😉
LOL!
That looks fab, Janet! I don’t drink tea a lot. However, I had the most wonderful tea experience in Ottawa a couple years back. It’s definitely a tea city! I understand just how amazing a tea and treats experience can be. I remember I had Vanilla Earl Grey. Thanks for the memory!
The tea service experience is wonderful even if you’re not a regular tea drinker. Vanilla mellows out the Earl Grey.
It was delicious!
This is so my vibe, beautiful 🥰
I’m glad you could come along. 🙂
janet