04 August 2011

rocky and rosy

It was a week of succulents and roses: first at Wisley, then at Miller Harris, where Rachel and I popped in for birthday tea and cake.

Outside the shop, there were fabby rock plants on sale:

And inside the shop, there were roses in the perfumes and roses in the tea.

We ordered a pot of Miranda's favorite Thé Pétales, blended with rose absolute from Turkey. It had just the right hint of rose--not at all overpowering--and after two cups each, we concluded it really is the best tea on the menu.

While it was tempting to bring home a little something rocky or rosy, I was very good. After all, it wasn't my birthday--not quite yet! Happy Birthday, Rachel!

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7 comments:

  1. Ali7 August 2011 at 17:45

    I am in the midst of a clutter clear out - I think it would be safest if nothing new ever crossed my threshold again. Oh the stuff.....
    Far beter to admire, eat and drink and return home with photographs!

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  2. scrumptious days7 August 2011 at 19:18

    What a really super treat, rose tea is my favourite, I must try this blend.

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  3. Susan Wallman7 August 2011 at 20:53

    What a civilised way to celebrate a birthday!

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  4. Darlene7 August 2011 at 22:10

    While the rocky and rosy are delightful I would have liked a peek at the cake!

    Happy belated birthday wishes to your friend!

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  5. Lynn8 August 2011 at 01:46

    Rose tea! Sounds heavenly...

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  6. driftwood8 August 2011 at 08:05

    what Lynn wrote!

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  7. Miranda16 August 2011 at 08:52

    SO glad you enjoyed the tea!

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