The Convenience of Having Your Own Pasta Machine
Pasta is a mixture of flour, eggs and water. According to some historians, it was brought by Marco Polo to Venice after his trip to China; hence, it is believed that it originated from the latter country.
Pekingese Dog Breed
You will be introduced to the breed dog called Pekingese with subtle and bold characteristics of this canine. After reading this, you will be well informed of this treasured pet, dog breed.
Chinese Dwarf Hamsters
Originating from the deserts of Northern China and Mongolia, they belong to a family known as “rat-like hamsters”, meaning they are thinner, have somewhat longer tails, and more pointed noses.
Tea Party Ideas
Whether you are young or old, an afternoon tea is a great way to catch up with friends, relax for a few minutes in the middle of a hectic day, or simply warm and cheer yourself up. But don’t grab your tea on the run, that’s no fun! Invite people over specially for tea, bring out the delicate china, and dress it up with cakes and tarts. Here are some ideas for fun tea parties.
Traditional Victorian Afternoon Tea
Want to have friends over, but not a mess and a hangover the next day? Try an afternoon Tea Party to get conversation flowing and solidify old friendships. Here are the steps to preparing a traditional Afternoon Tea in the Victorian Style.
Peony: The Elegant Flower of Culture and Tradition
So common that that they are almost dismissed, the peony flower is a favorite of China and Japan and many westerners too.
A Comprehensive Guide to Tea
Not all teas were created equal… Take a detailed look at the world’s most popular beverage. Learn about history, different varieties, preparation tips, health facts, and more!
Bonsai: Miniature Tray-Planted Trees
The name “Bonsai” comes the Japanese “bon” literally meaning “tray”, so to mean a ‘bon-planted tree’. It is the art of any aesthetically miniaturized tree or tree-like plant grown in containers. To call them all “bonsai” is a western umbrella term but should only be correctly used to describe the shaping and re-potting techniques of Japanese tradition.
How to Master Five Basic Feng Shui Principles
Easy to do, easy to understand – I highly recommend everyone to get familiar with these five powerful and potentially life-changing principles, right from the heart of ancient, Chinese Feng Shui.
Four Baby Animals Too Cute to be True
Four pictures and thoughts about animals that are very very cute. Enjoy.
