The Quarterly Meeting of the Mid Atlantic Tea Business Association was recently held at the
Doehrn Tea Company in Oxford, MD on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Owner Monika Mraz operates her tea business from her home where you can purchase teas on most Fridays. You can also find her vending tea at the Easton's Farmer Market on Saturdays.
After our morning reception, we were introduced to Tricia King, owner of
"The Gluten-Free Bakery Girl". Tricia shared her knowledge about gluten free baking and offered suggestions for hosting an afternoon tea that caters to the gluten free diet. In addition, she touched on vegan baking. Following the program, we were served a Gluten Free/Vegan Afternoon Tea. We were welcomed to Monika’s home where tables were set up in preparation for our specialty tea. The menu was placed at each seat.
Members were able to select their teas from an extensive collection. Shown here is a delightful Chunmee, a refreshing Chinese green tea. The first course featured Gazpacho, a flavorful chilled tomato soup. This is always a good choice on a hot summer day.
The tiered tray held a variety of sweet and savory gluten free and vegan options. Seated at another table are members Susanna Reppert from The Rosemary House (PA), Deb Raab from Tea-for-All (NJ) and Cindy Washburn from Oxford Hall Celtic Shop and Café (PA).
The sandwiches included a Cucumber Sandwich, A White Bean and Artichoke Spread with tomato and lettuce, and a Dolma, a grape leaf stuffed with seasoned rice and veggies.
The gluten free scone was served with whipped 'cream', and petite jars of orange marmalade or strawberry jam. Fresh strawberries garnished the plate.
The dessert medley included a Petite Chocolate Whoppie Pie and an Almond Tea Cake. Lemon Sorbet with fresh blueberries was served as its own course.
Following our tea, a business meeting took place. Members headed back home after a very tasty and informative session with plans to attend the next quarterly meeting to be held at Tea for All in Trenton, NJ in October.
The Quarterly Meeting of the Mid Atlantic Tea Business Association was recently held at the Doehrn Tea Company in Oxford, MD on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Owner Monika Mraz operates her tea business from her home where you can purchase teas on most Fridays. You can also find her vending tea at the Easton's Farmer Market on Saturdays.
Members were able to select their teas from an extensive collection. Shown here is a delightful Chunmee, a refreshing Chinese green tea. The first course featured Gazpacho, a flavorful chilled tomato soup. This is always a good choice on a hot summer day.
The tiered tray held a variety of sweet and savory gluten free and vegan options. Seated at another table are members Susanna Reppert from The Rosemary House (PA), Deb Raab from Tea-for-All (NJ) and Cindy Washburn from Oxford Hall Celtic Shop and Café (PA).
The sandwiches included a Cucumber Sandwich, A White Bean and Artichoke Spread with tomato and lettuce, and a Dolma, a grape leaf stuffed with seasoned rice and veggies.
The gluten free scone was served with whipped 'cream', and petite jars of orange marmalade or strawberry jam. Fresh strawberries garnished the plate.
The dessert medley included a Petite Chocolate Whoppie Pie and an Almond Tea Cake. Lemon Sorbet with fresh blueberries was served as its own course.
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It's always fun to learn about gluten free and vegan tea times. What an interesting teatime.
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