Teaware

Q|A Ceramic Artist Luo Shi

Luo Shi uses iron-rich Miaoli clay and traditional methods to bring his vision of nature to life. His work, such as his wonderful teapots, sell for hundreds of dollars each in his homeland and have earned him celebrity status in Taiwan’s fine arts and tea-drinking circles.

The Art of Earth and Fire

Jian Zhan teaware inspires poetic praise among its ardent lovers and devotees. Those who gain a genuine appreciation of Jian Zhan teaware find it impossible to shed their fascination with the history, science, art, and economics of these enchanting cups.

Woman sorting tea in northern Vietnam.

Teas That Show You Care

Many companies in tea-producing regions around the world endeavor to improve the lives of women, their families, and communities. Celebrate Mother’s Day buy choosing gifts from conscious tea companies that care about making a difference.

Strawberries and Cream biscuits

Tea Sweets for Valentine’s Day

Tea-infused delicacies are the perfect way to show someone you care. From buttery matcha shortbread cookies to fragrant macarons, there are plenty of ways to spread the love this Valentine’s Day. 

Curios: Double Wall Gaiwan

Manual founder and creative director Craighton Berman funded this Tea Maker No.1 on Kickstarter. The minimalist tea brewer is made […]

Curios: The Deviehl is in the Details

Crafted from exotic materials, these magnificent cups from Deviehl are a testament to London’s ability to create heirlooms for the […]

Curios: The Scent of Tea

Literally steeped in alcohol, the subtlety of the rare teas in this collection from Jo Malone London was completely preserved, […]

Tea Gifts for Children

From nursery rhymes to imaginary parties with dolls and teddy bears, tea time captures children’s imagination like nothing else.

Tea on Campus

Tea is not only fast becoming a beverage of choice to help college students with late-night study crunching, it is also a source of community-building in the dorms.

Treasured Taste

In a category filled with smooth ceramic surfaces, the Twelve Tastes Teapot by Spin Ceramics stands out. Made out of rare Zisha clay, the teapot is produced through an involved, meticulous process.

Tea Utensils

A beautiful tea tray byThéières du Monde will elevate your tea ceremonies. This finely crafted wood tray is ideal for a traditional gong fu style tea tasting for dad.

Piping Hot

Tradition meets technology in the hottest thing to happen to bone china in recent history: a built-in heater. Glowstone is a heated smart mug created to conquer the task of keeping your tea or other hot beverage at optimum temperature.

Teaware

Gather round, and grab a cup as the tea is on the boil. Mugs and bags may do in a rush, but filling (and draining) these unusual and appealing pots with fine-quality loose-leaf tea is an afternoon delight.

Stocking Stuffers

This practical tea journal is the perfect companion on your journey through the word of tea. On 40 pages, you can quickly and easily record your thoughts during a tea tasting. Due to its clear design, the journal is suitable for tea novices and professionals.

Mary Cotterman: Entranced by the Spinning Wheel

At a very young age, Cotterman developed a passion for pottery, making pinch pots in the rocky Texas dirt of her yard. By the age of 12, she had her first formal experience with a throwing wheel during a summer camp class.

Mammoth Tusk Teaset

Apple Computer designer Marc Newson recently unveiled a five-piece mammoth-ivory tea set for Georg Jensen, a Danish metalware brand.

Whittard | Stoneware Matcha Bowl

Tea Mugs and Bowls

Teaware from matcha bowls to sturdy mugs and delicate China porcelain will find its place in the kitchen, home office, and on the dining table. Convenience, color, and style make this category a favorite for gifting.

A Rendezvous with Chance

Patterns in glazed tea bowls from the imperial Jianyao Kiln are “mysterious, sacred and transcendent” and some of the most celebrated national treasures in Japan.

The Significance of the Utah Teapot

Tea—in particular, one special teapot—holds a special place of honour in the history and ongoing development of digital 3D modelling.

Two Centuries of Iconic Spode

Italian ceramics maker Spode celebrates the bicentennial of its trademark pattern with an exquisite limited edition collection.

Rock On: Designer Porcelain Dinnerware

American interior designer Kathryn Scott’s new line of porcelain tea ware is inspired by natural forms and the grand traditions of porcelain design in China.

Mother's Day 2021

The Comfort of Tea

During these difficult times, tea’s calming effect comforted many, but mothers most of all. If there is something missing that will make her everyday tea ritual more pleasant, now is the time to purchase that convenience. Consider a bright teapot, a brewer, tea caddy, porcelain cups, or mug. If mom has everything she needs close at hand, consider a gift of tea-themed jewelry or a book to curl up with till normalcy returns.

Mother's Day teapot gift

Mother’s Day Teapots

Trendsetters rely on a stylish home with the Wine- red deer. The elegant Blackberry style perfectly combines modernity and tradition with the classic theme, thus having its finger on the pulse of time. Each piece is made by hand and is a real unicum.

Review: Teasy

Fine teas reveal their elegance in layers. Rock oolongs, for example, respond to short, controlled steeps in small volumes of water. Teasy offers that level of control with greater convenience and a larger volume than a gaiwan.

Regal Rituals

The English, says author and tea historian Jane Pettigrew, “have forgotten a lot of the importance, significance, and history of our tea drinking habits.”