On the Shelf: Hand-crafted Artisan Mugs

Being the big tea and coffee drinkers we are, we have amassed quite a collection of mugs over the years. After our cabinets finally reached max capacity, we've since learned to be more conservative with our selection, choosing to take home only those that we feel are truly unique. You can imagine our excitement this morning as we unpacked our latest collection of mugs and tumblers. Hand-crafted by artisans, each mug is made of a mix of Serpentinite (rock) and clay. Formed through a unique process, the mugs are created using the dry Serpentinite that is hammered into powder and mixed together with the clay in a 70/30 ratio (70% Serpentinite and 30% clay). The pieces are then formed by and and with bamboo tools and smoothed with stones. After being fired in a kiln, the products are covered with leaves. The smoke from the leaves against the hot Serpentinite creates its unique black finish. Each tumblr is hand-crafted from clay and available in several shades of calming neutral tones. Combined with a pot of fresh brewed coffee, these mugs are the perfect way to start your day. See the entire collection in store!

Available at The Paris Market.

Weekend Inspiration: Coffee

We know we're not the only ones who feel similarly when we say we love the art of brewing coffee. The only thing we may love more is the act of drinking of it. Whether we're pouring a double shot of frothy espresso or brewing a fresh pot of standard drip coffee, our fondness of this beverage is immense. Fortunate to have our very own coffee bar within the walls of our store, it's safe to say the majority of the Paris Market team keeps their energy and spirit up with a cup of delicious coffee. Of course, we can't deny our love of tea and hot chocolate as well, however this weekend we're most excited to sleep in and enjoy waking up and brewing the first cup of the day. Have a great weekend!

A Summer Refreshment

Selecting a few delicious flavors from our wonderful collection of Bellocq Teas, we recently brewed a few batches of refreshing iced tea to help ease the heat of summer. Looking for somewhere to store our beverages, we discovered our collection of glass jars and bottles were the perfect solution. Available in a multitude of sizes and shapes, it's clear the possibilities for usage are quite endless. Possessing a timeless look, our glass containers undoubtedly bring a touch of nostalgia to your home. If you're planning a summer picnic, any variety of our jars will help store all the essentials needed for a delicious and relaxing meal.

Next time you're looking for an excuse to make a refreshing beverage, whether it be tea, juice, lemonade, iced coffee, or any other variety, our glass jars and bottles will help in making your delicious drinks a fun summer activity!

Available at The Paris Market.

Take a Sip: The New Flavors of Bellocq Tea

Though the cold weather has come and gone, the desire for a perfectly balanced cup of tea has not. Back in October we introduced a new line of gourmet teas by Bellocq Tea Atelier and they quickly captured the hearts and taste buds of our customers, employees and fellow tea fanatics. For the spring season we have stocked our shelves yet again with Bellocq and are proud to provide an assortment of new flavors to both new and old Bellocq fans!

Choose from a variety of new flavors by Bellocq Tea Atelier.

Here is what's inside some of our favorite blends.

Siam Basil Lemongrass
An exotic caffeine-free blend of bright organic lemongrass and feverish ginger with notes of fresh basil, delicate orange blossom and red mandarine.

Gypsy Caravan
A beguiling blend of organic Indian and Chinese black teas, rambling rose and tongue tingling chile give way to soulful smokey notes reminiscent of a distant campfire. Full-bodied and smooth with delicate floral notes and a wistful, smokey finish. Gypsy Caravan is well-suited to holiday afternoons in a comfortable chair in front of the fire.

Kikuya

Beguiling hand-crafted blend of organic Japanese sencha and the essence of Bulgarian rose strewn with rose petals. Named in honor of the first geisha,  Kikuya retains an air of elegance and mystery.  The emerald leaves of Sencha, delicate with prominent oceanic and grassy notes, balance beautifully with the voluptuous scent of rose.   The resulting pale jade liquor is at once fragrant and refreshing with a long blissful finish.

Charleston 

A tea created for and inspired by the magnificent gardens at Charleston, the country residence of Bloomsbury artists Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant. Our tea pays tribute to the cultivated yet bohemian spirit of the times in a blend of Ceylon black tea subtly enveloped in a cloud of linden with notes of poppy, chamomile and lavender. We wish you a "dithering blaze of flowers and butterflies and apples…". 

Le Hammau

Beautiful organic herbal blend evocative of a summer meadow. Think: 'Manon of the Spring', meets Marie Antoinette after a stroll through l'orangerie. Organic lemongrass and verbena mingle playfully with lavender, rose petals, mint and sage. Refreshing and light-hearted, Le Hammeau may inspire you to adorn your livestock with blushing pink ribbons too. Caffeine-free, this tisane may be enjoyed all day. Delicious iced as well as hot, serve garnished with thin slices of orange and a sprig of just plucked mint, sage or lavender. 

Next time you reach for a cup to quench more than just thirst, try some of Bellocq's tasty new blends.

Available now for sale at The Paris Market!

Tea Time with Bellocq

Here at The Paris Market, we have nothing but Fall weather on the brain. Warm blankets, warm hats, and of course warm drinks. This season we bring you a must have selection of fine full leaf Teas by Bellocq. Both for sale and available for tasting at out Coffee Bar, Bellocq's signature handcrafted blends unite the finest traditional teas with a modern, adventurous spirit. We love everything from their diverse flavors to their bold packaging. 

Celebrate the beginning of Fall with a cup of Bellocq Tea!

Choose from a selection of flavors including Afghani Chai, White Wolf, Etoile De Linde, Earl Grey, Majorelle Mint, and even a Children's Blend named Little Dickens. 

Now available for purchase at The Paris Market!