Welcome to Beginning with Bergamot, a tea blog with recipes, reviews and pairings + practical tips on comfort, happiness and living a balanced lifestyle
Juicy pears are poached in a sweetened Earl Grey tea for a simple but delicious dessert. Serve with freshly whipped cream and hazelnut cacao granola for a grown up dessert.
This unique twist on a chai tea latte adds in pumpkin puree and cacao powder for a super indulgent and cozy fall breakfast drink.
This crispy pecan-crusted french toast is topped with Earl Grey tea poached pears for the perfect indulgent weekend breakfast.
This gluten free popcorn mix is made with matcha green tea and white chocolate and baked for the perfect complex flavor. Itβs the perfect snack for holiday parties.
This vegan tea latte combines farmers market fresh peaches with cozy chamomile tea, fresh ginger root, coconut oil and cardamom to make the perfect end of summer elixir.
Fresh blackberries, zesty lemon and rich Earl Grey tea make up this super delicious breakfast scone. Perfect for guests or just a lazy Sunday afternoon. Easy to freeze and reheat.
Almond tea with natural beetroot creates the pink color in this Pink Almond Tea Latte. Itβs a cozy and slightly sweet indulgence made with milk, maple syrup and vanilla. Vegan options. Get the recipe.
Lots of fresh ginger, turmeric, peppermint and lemon come together to create this Magic Golden Wellness Tea to help prevent and fight colds. Get the recipe for this decoction and learn about the traditional healing properties of these herbs.
Spicy chai tea cookies and pumpkin buttercream come together to create this warm and cozy fall macaron. Get the recipe plus the tips and tricks I found to baking technically perfect macarons.
Chamomile-infused tequila turns this Paloma into a whole new cocktail. Itβs a super refreshing spring or summer treat made even better with Pamplemousse La Croix!
My health and wellness story from this past year, why mental health issues are hard to blog about while youβre in them, and what Iβm doing now. Plus, my favorite teas from August 2017.
My favorite teas from December plus my thoughts on 2016 as a whole, the good and the bad. I review two teas: a cozy black tea and a zen-filled white and green tea.
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I love this Masala Chai Tea from Firepot Nomadic Teas. It is a premixed chai concentrate with all the spices and just a touch of sweetness. Just combine the chai concentrate with milk and BOOM! Perfect coffeeshop quality chai tea.
Learn about some of my favorite teas from November. There are three different minty teas, all refreshing and crisp as well as a vanilla and caramel flavored black tea, perfect for the holidays.
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This pairing is a delicious combo of rich butter almond cake with the light and fruity Peach Tranquility tea by Teavana. It's a delicious tea pairing for summer when stone fruit is perfectly in season.
This magical tea has both chamomile and cacao nibs in it... which basically means it's the most comforting tea ever. It's called Big Sky Blend by Townshend's Tea Company.
Calming and soothing tea perfect for easing anxiety and stress. I took a much needed mental health day and discovered this soothing yet bright and happy tea in the process which eased my anxiety. // Lavender Sunset Tea by Townshend's Tea Company
You guys. This tea tastes just like strawberries and cream. It's amazing. It's a creamy, warm and fruity tea all at the same time. Perfect for spring and fall. // Strawberry Cream tea by Teahaus Ann Arbor
Pink. Cozy. Tropical. These are the best words to describe this crazy delicious tea. It tastes like Christmas in Hawaii. All I can say is: You have to try it. // Roasted Almond Tea by TeaHaus Ann Arbor
My favorite tea hands down. This is a super flavorful black tea similar to Earl Grey but scented with the luxurious smells of Italian bergamot. Amazing for breakfast or brunch. I could drink it every day.
This pairing is a delicious combo of rich butter almond cake with the light and fruity Peach Tranquility tea by Teavana. It's a delicious tea pairing for summer when stone fruit is perfectly in season.
Learn what to eat and drink in Ireland. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and tea recommendations from my honeymoon in Ireland 2018. Dublin, Galway, Kenmare and Limerick are the main cities I give recommendations for.
Learn how to start an easy 5 Minute Habit & Mood Journal to track your mental and physical health goals in 2018.
Have a tea lover in your life? Give them an Earl Grey or Chai Tea Gift Box this holiday! Itβs a unique gift: cozy tea, hand-crafted soap, and a mug to match. Theyβre the perfect Christmas or Hanukkah gift.
Get tips and ideas for how to throw a modern mismatched tea party! No tiaras, no frilly dresses. Just a step-by-step guide to the teas, food, tableware, and decorations for a completely un-fussy tea party you would actually want to attend
It's super easy to make your own candles! Learn how to make rose peony candles with tea with this step by step DIY guide. You can use any tea you want so Earl Grey candles, Masala Chai candles β here you come! Plus it's a great way to reuse those old candle holders you have laying around.