Tea sets, essential accessories of the art of tea

For our friends across the Channel, tea time is priceless. Made of porcelain or ceramic, the English tea set is the essential piece of tableware for enjoying tea according to the rules of art. The English have elevated tea to an art of living, to the point that they invented the aviator teapot. Pilots thus perpetuate tea time even in flight.
An English tea set often offers a hint of vintage luxury, in fine porcelain, with the essential milk jug for the famous "cloud of milk". From "tea for two" to "tea party", tea is inseparable from British culture and showcases teas from different origins. The tea set also has a refined decorative function.

The Moroccan tea set, in glass to celebrate mint tea

Tasting the traditional mint tea offers a special emotion with a Moroccan tea set. Composed of an often richly decorated tray, sometimes even a coffee table with wooden legs, a metal teapot, this set is part of the tradition. In Morocco, the tea glass replaces the cup and the tea is served from a great height. This spectacular gesture serves to oxygenate the tea to facilitate digestion.
The tray, teapot, and accessories, sometimes true works of art rich in finely crafted details, have a decorative function in every home. Offering tea is part of Moroccan traditions that resist the modern era. With family, friends, or at work, there's no set time to share an excellent mint tea.

The Chinese tea set, from metal to ceramic over the years

The preferred material for Chinese tea sets has evolved significantly. Today, ceramic is considered the must-have, but porcelain remains the most popular. While metal was highly prized 2,000 years ago, enamel and glass have also been used. Wood is appreciated too, as it's a very affordable material.
A ceramic teapot has the ability to retain tea aromas thanks to its porosity, it's said to develop a patina. However, you need to have a separate teapot for each variety if you consume different teas. The Chinese tend to prefer a cup with a white bottom to best appreciate the color of the tea.

Tea set, cup, or mug, make your choice

Consumed for over 2,200 years, tea is the most drunk beverage in the modern world after water. There are as many different teas as there are cultures. Entertain your friends by regularly introducing them to new teas in a quality tasting set. Whether you like vintage charm or prefer a modern product, white or colored, you'll find the tea set that will shine on your table.

Everyone enjoys tea according to their taste. You can choose between:

• A tea cup, the timeless essential that transcends ages
• A tea mug, resolutely modern