My Brown Betty Teapots are made by The London Teapot Company.
They are Chatsford, a design that has a removeable mesh strainer
which makes the preparation of loose leaf tea simple and convenient.
It is great for clean-up, too.
I purchased the 2-cup and 4-cup teapots at a tearoom in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England
The shop is across the main street from the Tewkesbury Abbey.
I was going to purchase white teapots, but the lady working there suggested brown
because the tea stains would not be so noticeable.
Austin was either 3 or 4 years old, depending on which trip it was.
I will never forget because the English gentleman serving us our tea did not
reply when Austin said "thank you."
Austin informed him that he was supposed to say "you're welcome."
I thought I was going to fall through the floor! LOL
Those are wonderful for the kitchen and everyday where we spend most of our time. They are so nice and sturdy!!!
ReplyDeleteI had always wondered why the Brown Betty is brown, so I guess I was missing the obvious answer. And I love the Austin story. Ha!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great memory!
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