At the tables of Elise's Tea Room, the fine china dishes sit on crisp tablecloths, and the smell of fresh chocolate scones and gentle conversation occupy the cozy space. Inspired by family traditions, a quaint afternoon tea is taking place.
The history of tea goes back centuries, to Chinese Emperor Shen Nung in 2737 BC. For all these years, tea has been a part of important customs around the globe-from high tea in small kitchens to afternoon tea with royal families. And for Elise Benavidez, author and owner of Elise's Tea Room, tea is part of a rich family heritage through the...
At the tables of Elise's Tea Room, the fine china dishes sit on crisp tablecloths, and the smell of fresh chocolate scones and gentle conversation ...
