Tea Time Recipes and Afternoon Tea

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Come along inside... We'll see if tea and
buns can make the world a better place.
~The Wind in the Willow~

Welcome to our Tea Time section! Tea is special to those of usat Old Fashioned Living.  We feel that taking a break for teahelps us to slow down, reflect and stop the often hurried pace ofour lives. Giving tea parties helps us to celebrate our friendships,teach our children manners and create memories that we will treasureforever.  Whether it's a cup of tea and a simple plate of cookiesbetween two friends or an elaborate high tea for honored guests,it's a special time for all involved. Brew a cup of tea and stayawhile with us.

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Cooking With Fresh Apple Cider

Autumn not only brings the arrival of apples, but of fresh apple cider. Nothing beats a cool fall day treat of cake doughnuts and a tall glass of fresh cider. If you can't make it to a local orchard you will find cider in the produce section of your grocery store as well. Don't miss out on this traditional autumn treat.

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Cast Iron Cookware

It has been said, over and over in fact, that there is nothing better than food prepared in a cast iron pan. Several dishes, including Mexican fajitas, Cajun seafood, sausage & eggs, and of course, cornbread, are hailed as delicious when prepared in these pans. Cast iron is also the cookware of choice amongst serious campers and hikers, but be sure to bring the pack mule, this stuff is heavy!

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