The world of tea -- A brief history of the discovery of tea -- Tea rituals and ceremonies -- How and when do we drink our tea? -- Loose tea vs. tea bags -- The invention of the tea bag -- Tea bag design and innovation -- The many colors of tea -- Tea variations : flowering tea, bubble tea -- Infusions and tisanes -- Buying tea -- Storing tea -- To caf or decaf -- Health benefits of tea and tisanes -- Preparing tea and tisanes -- Water and water temperature -- How much tea per cup? -- About the tea pot or cup -- Re-steeping -- Tea drinks -- Hot drinks -- Cold drinks -- Tea cocktails -- Tea socializing -- Celebrating with tea -- Making your own "perfect" tea party -- Children's tea parties -- Beyond eating and drinking -- Skin, hair, beauty and other lifestyle products -- Tea bag art -- Other uses for tea -- Resources.