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February 9, 2011 · Volume 2, Issue 1
Happy Valentine's Day from the Tea Room |
Best Afternoon Tea - Phoenix Magazine Best of the Valley 2010
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A Note From Jo:
 Happy February!
Good grief! Is it already February? What happened after New Year, it went by in such a blur? Is it just me or is life racing away?
Truly, it seems that the older I get, the quicker Christmas comes.
Talking of getting older, what do Helen Fielding (British writer), Leslie Ash (British actress), Justin Fashanu (British footballer, the REAL football that is), Seal (British singer) and Prince Andrew (British stud oops, sorry your Highness, British Royal-Best-Looking-Prince) have in common with me? Yep! We all share the SAME birthday this month and NOPE, I'm not telling you when (but I bet you google it).
Needless to say, February is a time for birthdays and romance, though not necessarily in that order and I will be promoting the Tea Room at the Bridal Show this month, at the Scottsdale Fairmont Princess, to remind our brides to come in for their bridal showers.
Talking of Good Looking Royals and brides (great segway), isn't it exciting about 'The' Wedding! Of course, I predicted it back in June in one of my earlier newsletters. We are getting SOOO excited at the Tea Room and you need to call us for reservations on Friday, April 29th, Wedding Day. More details in a bit. You won't believe what we have planned!
Lots of new merchandise in the Gift Store this season and some really exciting plans to remodel and update the look of the Tea Room....watch this space.
Have a wonderful February and spend time on the 14th telling your loved ones that you love 'em!
Cheerio for now,
Jo
xx
Jo Gemmill · Owner
English Rose Tea Room
480-488-4812· 201 Easy Street · Carefree Arizona 85377
Open Monday through Saturday 10am-5pm; Sundays 11am - 4pm
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MISSING GRANDMA ROSE
"Grandma Rose...She's Back!"
Over the last few months, Grandma Rose has ventured far and wide from the Tea Room, much to the chagrin of her devoted husband Grandpa George.
Well, we are happy to report...she's back, though not completely unscathed.
Apparently there was a little tussle in Texas, where she was found driving down the wrong side of the road, Grandma said:
"Oh dear, and I thought lots of nice people were simply waving at me as I sped along the freeway so naturally I leaned out the window and waved back. I had no idea I was on the wrong side of the road and they were trying to warn me, (when did they change sides?). Well, the dashing young police officer was very patient and when I told him I was from England he said he understood completely. He gave me a stern telling off and said something about pink underwear next time I get into trouble??? Cheeky little devil"
So, all's well that ends well and the happy couple are now reunited and back at the Tea Room, although rumor has it Grandma is off in search of her own personal invitation to the Royal Wedding...
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International Tea Expert and Author Bruce Richardson Visits the Tea Room
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Bruce Richardson, author of Tea & Etiquette
at the Tea Room
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Bruce Richardson came to the Tea Room just before Christmas and gave a wonderful presentation on the history of tea and tea etiquette.
He took lots of photos signed every tea book that we had, all of which he had written. It was a great event and Bruce promised to write nice things about us in his article that comes out this Fall in Tea Time magazine.
We still have a wide assortment of books related to tea in stock and many are signed by the author Bruce Richardson. Cheers Bruce for a great afternoon!
For your signed copy, call 480-488-4812.
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From the Gift Shop
3 Ways to Say "I Love You"
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A Perfect Gift for Friends
Valentine's Blend Tea
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Mmm, chocolates and roses. If you plan on buying either of these for Valentine's Day, save yourself the time and trouble and just by the tea.
A yummy combo of rose petals and rich chocolate, essential for a February 14th Cupid's cuppa.
$11, 4-oz. Gift Tins
or $4.50 for a Pot at the Tea Room
Better yet, bring in this article and we will make you a pot FOR FREE! Our Valentine's gift for you!
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Elegant Accessories
Silver Tea Strainers and Fine Bone China
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We have a huge selection of tea accessories and fine bone china for the perfect Valentine Gifts.
Tea Accessories
from $12
Cup & Saucers, made in England of course,
from $35
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Two Hearts Talking
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A beautifully written book of Cinquain poetry by Harald H. Prommel, with illustrations by Kent Jackson.
Each poem has only five lines of simple, powerful words that carry a message of love.
Harald's daughter Karen Ford, is a great customer of the Tea Room.
$22
Signed by illustrator Kent Jackson |
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Softly
you wander through
the shadows of my mind,
assuring me I'll never be
alone.
-Promise by Harald H. Prommel from the book Two Hearts Talking.
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Celebrate The Royal Wedding at the Tea Room
to experience British Pomp & Pageantry at its Best
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 Well, just like the happy couple we are trying to keep some of our plans for the BIG DAY under wraps, but here's a few tidbits we can share with you:
Photo opportunities with British Celebrities
A chance to climb aboard a London Bus
Wedding Cake
Tea & Scones
Lots of flag waving
British Pomp & Pageantry at its best
And a chance to watch the wedding if you missed it!
Wedding attire or formal wear essential, that can include bridal wear, gowns and tiaras for the ladies and suits & ties for the gentlemen.
Mark history and join us. Call 480.488.4812 for more details.
Mark your calendars for Friday April 29th, 2011 and attend the Royal Wedding at the Tea Room. Celebrations all day from 10am to 5pm.
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Peter Phillips, the son of Princess Anne, and his bride Autumn Kelly.
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Everyone Loves a Wedding!
Stop by and see the Tea Room
at the Phoenix Bridal Show
Sunday, February 20th from 10 'til 5
at the Fairmont Princess Resort in Scottsdale!
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Did You Know that it DOES freeze in Arizona?
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 This may not be an astounding fact for all my Arizonan readers, but to others further afield (like me) it may come as something of a revelation.
Last week, we actually had to close the Tea Room for a day because the pipes were all frozen and we had no water...not even a drip.First time in almost nine years we have had to close for something other than a public holiday.
Well, during that very cold day I drove past a poor homeless man huddled under a dirty old blanket by the side of the road. An unusual sight for Carefree.First I went on by, but on reflection...and realizing just how cold it would be that night I doubled back, drove past him again and headed back to the Tea Room to pick up an old quilt that we had out on the patio.I retraced my route, phew he was still there, actually he hadn't moved an inch since I'd gone by five minutes before...must have been so cold. So I parked the car, got out and tentatively said "excuse-me." Silence. I tried again..."Err, Sir?" Nothing.
Oh no!Maybe he was frozen to death! Tentatively, I lifted the filthy blanket about two inches off the floor...just high enough to see the 'homeless' cactus being protected from the frost underneath.
Exit stage left... before someone see me.
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 Celebrate with the Ones You Love!
Call 480-488-4812 for Your Valentine's Day Reservations
at the Tea Room
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Now Available!
Exclusive, One-of-a-Kind British Bejeweled Artwork
Available Exclusively at the Tea Room
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Just in time for the Royal Wedding, the Tea Room introduces new original artwork, adorned with jewels and gemstones for the Princess in all of us.
Stop in the gift shop and see the selection today!
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